Oakland Raiders quarterback Carson Palmer (3) greets referee Pete Morelli (135) before the start of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Oakland Raiders quarterback Carson Palmer (3) warms up before the start of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Oakland Raiders tackle Willie Smith (79) signs autographs for before the start of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Denver Broncos tight end Joel Dreessen (81) catches a pass for a touchdown as Oakland Raiders free safety Matt Giordano (27) looks on during the 1st quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Denver Broncos tight end Joel Dreessen (81) celebrates with wide receiver Brandon Stokley (14) after scoring a touchdown against the Oakland Raders during the first quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) celebrates with tight end Joel Dreessen (81) after Dreessen caught a pass for a touchdown against the Oakland Raiders during the first quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Denver Broncos running back Willis McGahee (23) is hit by Oakland Raiders strong safety Tyvon Branch (33) as he drives toward the goal line during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Stokley (14) turns the ball up field against Oakland Raiders cornerback Pat Lee (26) during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Oakland Raiders strong safety Tyvon Branch (33) tackles Oakland Raiders wide receiver Juron Criner (84) during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Denver Broncos cornerback Champ Bailey (24) tries to avoid a tackle by Oakland Raiders strong safety Tyvon Branch (33)during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Denver Broncos running back Willis McGahee (23) is tackled by the Oakland Raiders in the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Oakland Raiders running back Mike Goodson (25) is tripped up by the Denver Broncos during the second quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Oakland Raiders quarterback Carson Palmer (3) is hit by Denver Broncos defensive end Elvis Dumervil (92) during the second quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Eric Decker (87) runs the ball into the end zone for a touchdown against the Oakland Raiders during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Denver Broncos running back Willis McGahee (23) crosses the goal line for a touchdown as Oakland Raiders cornerback Pat Lee (26) and strong safety Tyvon Branch (33) defend during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Eric Decker (87) celebrates with guard Zane Beadles (68) and wide receiver Brandon Stokley (14) after scoring a touchdown against the Oakland Raiders during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Denver Broncos free safety David Bruton (30) celebrates with outside linebacker Wesley Woodyard (52) after Bruton deflected a punt by the Oakland Raiders resulting in a 2-yard punt to the Raider 18-yard line during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Eric Decker (87) celebrates with guard Zane Beadles (68) after scoring a touchdown against the Oakland Raiders during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Denver Broncos running back Willis McGahee (23) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Oakland Raiders during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Denver Broncos running back Lance Ball (35) crosses the goal line in front of Oakland Raiders outside linebacker Philip Wheeler (52) for a touchdown during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Football fans show their support for the return of the regular referees during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Oakland Raiders running back Darren McFadden (20) is stopped by Denver Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller (58), defensive end Mitch Unrein (96) and outside linebacker Wesley Woodyard (52) during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Denver Broncos cornerback Omar Bolden (31) is tackled by Oakland Raiders defensive back Coye Francies (31) during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Oakland Raiders running back Mike Goodson (25) runs the ball against Denver Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller (58) and defensive end Mitch Unrein (96) during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Denver Broncos cornerback Omar Bolden (31) watches from the bench during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Oakland Raiders quarterback Carson Palmer (3) is helped up off the turf after taking a hit by the Denver Broncos during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. The Broncos won 37-6. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Oakland Raiders quarterback Carson Palmer (3) throws against the Denver Broncos during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Oakland Raiders defensive end Jack Crawford (91) watches from the bench during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) runs the ball against Oakland Raiders free safety Matt Giordano (27), Oakland Raiders cornerback Pat Lee (26) and Oakland Raiders defensive tackle Richard Seymour (92) during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Denver Broncos running back Lance Ball (35) celebrates with Denver Broncos tackle Orlando Franklin (74) after scoring a touchdown against the Oakland Raiders during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Oakland Raiders coach Dennis Allen congratulates Denver Broncos coach John Fox after their NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. The Broncos won 37-6. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Referee Pete Morelli (135) confers with line judge John Hussey (35) and umpire Darrell Jenkins (76) during the second quarter of an NFL football game between the Oakland Raiders and Denver Broncos, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

referee Pete Morelli (135) confers with Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) and the Denver Broncos during the second quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) talks with Oakland Raiders quarterback Carson Palmer (3) after playing in an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. The Broncos won 37-6. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Executive vice president of football operations John Elway, right, talks with Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the Oakland Raiders, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Denver Broncos cornerback Tracy Porter (22) reacts after a defensive play against the Oakland Raiders during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Denver Broncos running back Willis McGahee (23) runs the ball against Oakland Raiders defensive back Joselio Hanson (23) and outside linebacker Philip Wheeler (52)during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Denver Broncos coach John Fox comments to referee Pete Morelli (135) during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the Oakland Raiders, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Oakland Raiders wide receiver Denarius Moore (17) reacts after coming up short on a pass in the end zone against the Denver Broncos during the second quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Oakland Raiders kicker Sebastian Janikowski (11) kicks a field goal as Oakland Raiders punter Shane Lechler (9) holds against the Denver Broncos during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

FILE - In this Sept. 30, 2012, file photo, Denver Broncos center J.D. Walton (50) is attended to by a trainer after being injured when Oakland Raiders defensive end Jack Crawford inadvertently crashed into his legs as he was making the tackle on running back Lance Ball during the second quarter of their NFL football game in Denver. The Broncos placed Walton on injured reserve with a broken and dislocated left ankle on Monday, Oct. 1. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)

FILE - In this Sept. 30, 2012, file photo, Oakland Raiders quarterback Carson Palmer looks to hand off the ball against the Denver Broncos during the first quarter of an NFL football game in Denver. Palmer is on track to join 2002 NFL MVP Rich Gannon as the only quarterbacks in franchise history to eclipse the 4,600-yard mark in a single-season. Ideally, he says the Raiders would be better off being more balanced offensively. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)

FILE - In this Sept. 30, 2012, file photo, Denver Broncos linebacker Wesley Woodyard reacts while facing the Oakland Raiders during the first quarter of an NFL football game in Denver. Woodyard, who is the first Denver defender to record 50 tackles with multiple sacks (three) and interceptions (two) before the midway point of the season, has no intention of slipping back into a substitute role when D.J. Williams returns from his nine-game, NFL-mandated banishment next month. The Broncos have no plans of letting him off the field, either. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)

FILE - In this Sept. 30, 2012 file photo, Oakland Raiders defensive tackle Tommy Kelly (93) watches from the sidelines during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos in Denver. The New England Patriots have signed former Raiders defensive lineman Tom Kelly. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney, File)