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Hillman Named AFC Offensive Player Of The Week

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DENVER (CBS4) - For the second time this season, a Denver Broncos running back was named AFC Offensive Player of the Week.

Ronnie Hillman got the honors, the team announced on Wednesday morning.

Hillman ran for 117 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 27-20 win over the San Diego Chargers.

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Running back Ronnie Hillman #23 of the Denver Broncos celebrates by leaping into arms of fans in the stands in the fourth quarter of a game against the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on January 3, 2016 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

It's the first time Hillman has gotten the honors. C.J. Anderson also received the honors for his rushing performance in Week 12.

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Quarterback Brock Osweiler #17 of the Denver Broncos hands off to running back Ronnie Hillman #23 during a game against the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on January 3, 2016 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

Hillman's 117 yards on 15 carries was a career high.

First published on January 6, 2016 / 8:18 AM MST

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