Rivera foolishly wastes final challenge to save 7 yards

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Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera won a challenge early in the second quarter, but it could prove costly later in the game.

Rivera challenged that Peyton Manning was down by contact before he threw an incomplete pass. Granted, the Panthers won the challenge, but only gained a measly 7 yards.

The problem? Carolina lost a challenge earlier, meaning they still have almost three quarters to play where they can't ask the officials to review anything. If there is a blown call in the fourth quarter, Rivera and company are just going to have to live with it.

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Super Bowl 50: Everything you need to know

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The confetti is on the ground and the Denver Broncos are Super Bowl champions after a 24-10 win over the Carolina Panthers.

Relive all the memorable moments from the game below.

Recap

Manning not ready to hang 'em up

Quarterback Peyton Manning was noncommittal on his playing future after winning his second Super Bowl title:

Miller time

Linebacker Von Miller took home MVP honors after making 2.5 sacks and leading a dominant performance by the Broncos' defense:

Big plays

Super Bowl 50 was an uneven and sloppy affair, but there were moments of electrifying action dotted throughout the evening:

Postgame fallout

Memorable moments

Halftime fireworks

Coldplay was the headlining act, but it was the guest stars who wowed:

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