Broncos vs Colts 2014: Live Score, Video Highlights, TV Channel for Denver-Indianapolis; Julius Thomas Scores

Broncos vs Colts 2014: Live Score, Video Highlights, TV Channel for Denver-Indianapolis; Julius Thomas Scores
Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) looks to run as Indianapolis Colts cornerback Greg Toler (28) defends during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 7, 2014, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Zachary Stieber
9/7/2014
Updated:
9/7/2014

The Denver Broncos beat the Indianapolis Colts in the Sunday night NFL game.

The game at Sports Authority Field in Denver started off strongly in the Broncos favor but the Colts nearly came back. The game was over with about 2 minutes left after the Colts failed to convert on a fourth down.

The final score was 31-24.

See live score updates and video highlights below.

Fourth Quarter

--The Colts appeared to score on a huge 92-yard punt return, but it was called back after a replay determined the returner was down.

--The Broncos fumbled but recovered, and finished a drive in the endzone from a run by Montee Ball. 31-10 Broncos.

--The Colts get a touchdown. Andrew Luck finds Dwayne Allen. 31-17.

--Rahim Moore grabs an interception, preventing the Colts from getting within a touchdown. Less then five minutes left.

--The Colts get a stop and then a touchdown to draw with 7. 3:26 left on the clock.

--The Colts get another stop. 2:58 left on the clock with the Colts taking possession and down one touchdown.

--The Colts are stopped and can’t convert on a fourth down. The time is run out by the Broncos for the win.

Third Quarter

--The Colts looked like they were going to score again but the Broncos made a huge stop at the 1-yard-line on fourth down. The score is still 24-7 Broncos.

--The Broncos Nate Irving is questionable to return due to a lower leg injury.

--The Colts get another drive but are stopped short of a touchdown. A field goal cuts the lead to 24-10.

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) throws under pressure from Indianapolis Colts inside linebacker Jerrell Freeman (50) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 7, 2014, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) throws under pressure from Indianapolis Colts inside linebacker Jerrell Freeman (50) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 7, 2014, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)

 

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Reggie Wayne (87) is stopped by Denver Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib (21) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 7, 2014, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Reggie Wayne (87) is stopped by Denver Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib (21) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 7, 2014, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

 

Denver Broncos tight end Julius Thomas (80) scores a touchdown as Indianapolis Colts inside linebacker Jerrell Freeman (50) defends during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 7, 2014, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Denver Broncos tight end Julius Thomas (80) scores a touchdown as Indianapolis Colts inside linebacker Jerrell Freeman (50) defends during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 7, 2014, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)

 

Denver Broncos fans cheer during the first half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Sept. 7, 2014, in Denver. (AP Photo/Brennan Linsley)
Denver Broncos fans cheer during the first half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Sept. 7, 2014, in Denver. (AP Photo/Brennan Linsley)