Four roadblocks that could keep the Denver Broncos from repeating

The Patriots

I know we all hate to admit it, but the Patriots are really good. Like, really good.

They’ve gone up against three quality opponents with a second- and third-string quarterback and handled them easily. And if they take down the Bills on Sunday, they’ll be 4-0 with Tom Brady, arguably the greatest quarterback in NFL history, returning to the field with revenge on his mind.

Oh … and they’ve done all of this without Rob Gronkowski, the best tight end in the NFL.

Impressive.

The Broncos may have the Patriots’ number — they may be their kryptonite — but it won’t be easy. When it gets down to it, as it has been the last four years, it’ll be the Patriots and Broncos fighting for the AFC Championship. There’s no doubt that Denver will have to be playing at their absolute best.