The Patriots added to their lead in the third quarter, driving 85 yards in eight plays, capped off by a 10-yard touchdown run by Danny Woodhead.
New England leads 34-16.
The highlights of the drive included a 21-yard pass from Tom Brady to BenJarvus Green-Ellis, a 13-yard connection from Brady to Wes Welker and an 8-yard pass to Aaron Hernandez that was made longer by a 15-yard facemask penalty on the Broncos.
The Broncos have a first-and-10 on their own 8-yard line after a short return with 36 seconds remaining in the third quarter.
Tags: Gameday Coverage, New England Patriots, Third Quarter, Week 15