Broncos Odds to win 2013 Super Bowl at 12-1 as Peyton Manning Still Has It

The Denver Broncos odds of winning the 2013 Super Bowl were coming in at 12-1 prior to Sunday’s game against the 49ers where Peyton showed he’s still one of the best in the league.

Manning completed 32 of 56 passes for 316 yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions in a 23-28 loss to San Francisco. 

Asked on Thursday whether the 49ers' generally excellent defense was a litmus test of sorts, Manning brushed that aside.

When asked on Thursday whether the Preseason game against San Francisco would provide a litmus test in regard to the 49ers strong defense, Peyton was quick to respond. 

"What does that mean exactly?" Manning asked. "It's hard to say. [Head] Coach [John] Fox has not addressed the playing time scenario. We played a good bit last week, which unfortunately means that some of the other guys did not get to play as much. So I don't know whether that will factor into the decision on how much we'll play.

"Like I said, we really are kind of going Broncos vs. Broncos, at least we did today. I'm sure we'll get into San Fran later in the week. You'd have to give [Coach Fox]— he'd have to give you a better answer to that. So however much we play, it'll be a great test. It's a different type of defense, which is always good, and they're an excellent team."

Regardless of how well Manning played, the San Francisco 49ers continue to be mentioned as one of the leading Super Bowl contenders, more so perhaps after overcoming Manning’s triumphs to win in Denver.  The 49ers were at 7-1 odds to win the 2013 Super Bowl. 

- Tyrone Black, Gambling911.com