Dec 18, 2011; Dec 18 2011; Denver, CO, USA; New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez (81) is tackled by Denver Broncos defensive end Jason Hunter (52) during the second quarter of the game at Sports Authority Field. The Patriots defeated the Broncos 41-23. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images; Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images