But even before this Thursday's huge matchup against Philip Rivers and the San Diego Chargers looming, has Denver already established itself as the class of the NFL likely to make it back to the Super Bowl? Some answers can be found in this week's top twenty tweets, illustrated by images from the victory. Check them out below.
See also: Top 20 Tweets About Whether Broncos' Close Win Over Jets Shows They're Overrated
Number 20:I think this is the year Peyton wins his 2nd Super Bowl, honestly. They're dominant
— Ryan (@TheRealCCH) October 20, 2014
Number 19:
✔️Peyton throwing TDs
✔️Run game chewing clock
✔️OrangeCrush2K14
✔️BEST TEAM IN THE NFL
— #UnitedInOrange (@broncosfanatic7) October 20, 2014
Number 18:
The Denver Broncos are clearly the NFL's best team right now: DENVER - Peyton Manning gets the big, ... http://t.co/lFvpT0uscF #NFL #USA
— Scout Kings (@ScoutKings) October 20, 2014
Number 17:
No doubt who the best quarterback in history is. Also no doubt who's the best team in the league #Peyton #Manning @Broncos
— Marley (@bob_marleyjo) October 20, 2014
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Number 16:
I wasn't very happy with Peyton Manning after the Super Bowl last year, but I watched the game last night and I've regained hope in him.
— lisha (@lisha_bauer) October 20, 2014
Number 15:
Denver isn't fooling nobody man Peyton Manning has the best team every year and only won one time makes no sense
— terrance Kennedy (@T_is_Superman) October 20, 2014
Number 14:
Poor Philip Rivers didn't get to smell #1 for long. #broncos #best
— Lauren Anders (@LAbaaaaaby) October 20, 2014
Number 13:
Broncos r the best team n the league and peyton is clearly the best ever
— Qua. ™ (@swaggyjonesxx) October 20, 2014
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Number 12:
My @49ers didn't do well at all last night but DAMN the @Broncos were on fire! That guy Thomas was fast!
— Amanda Gonzales (@aman_duhh88) October 20, 2014
Number 11:
Congratulations Peyton Manning on breaking the record! Now go and win another SUPER BOWL!!!
— Tami Stamps (@TamiStamps1) October 20, 2014
Number 10:
"@LiveAndUncut: Broncos treated the 49ers like trash" this was me right after that game pic.twitter.com/lW1M9LrO8P
— 49ers 12-4 (@Sole__O) October 20, 2014
Number 9:
Bring us Phyllis "Cry Me a" Rivers. #Broncos #denverbroncos #NFLSunday #BroncosCountry #broncosvs49ers
— Stephen Melton (@stephenmelton) October 19, 2014
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Number 8:
I'm so happy for Peyton Manning. I'm just praying he gets another Super Bowl ring
— David Castillo (@KiingDaviid__) October 20, 2014
Number 7:
Peyton manning is probably the best player to ever play. Thank god he's on my fantasy team
— Taylor Summe (@TaylorSumme23) October 20, 2014
Number 6:
Peyton & the #Broncos far & away the best team in football
— Josh Jelden (@joshjelden) October 20, 2014
Number 5:
The Denver Broncos are clearly the NFL's best team right now http://t.co/RYN8nVak6h
— S. F. 49ers News (@49ers_f) October 20, 2014
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Number 4:
Kinda hope peyton goes out with a superbowl but he plays for the dreaded broncos!! I can't have that happen
— KiD Squints (@DanteRoberts) October 20, 2014
Number 3:
And the #Broncos are back in their rightful spot atop the #AFCWest. Bring on the crybaby Rivers for a beat down on #thursdaynightfootball
— Brent Ogden (@DenverDawg86) October 20, 2014
Number 2:
More TD passes than ANYONE in NFL History.
Here is Peyton's 509th. #Peyton509 #SFvsDEN http://t.co/k1K9akhhTV
— NFL (@nfl) October 20, 2014
Number 1:
Congrats to Peyton, the greatest reg season QB ever...now go win a Super Bowl with your loaded roster and ride off into retirement please
— Derrick Barker (@realdbarker) October 20, 2014
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