The Denver Broncos are one of the most iconic teams in professional American football. Established in 1960, they have been playing as a member club of the NFL’s AFC West division ever since. Based out of Dove Valley, Colorado these proud warriors have made it to eight Super Bowls and won three championships over their long history making them one of the most successful franchises around today. Boasting star players such as John Elway and Peyton Manning who created a legacy that continues on with current stars like Von Miller, this team is sure to keep fans coming back for more year after year.
1. Von Miller
Outside linebacker
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (50, LVI)
- Super Bowl MVP (50)
- NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (2011)
- 3× First-team All-Pro (2012, 2015, 2016)
- 4× Second-team All-Pro (2011, 2014, 2017, 2018)
- 8× Pro Bowl (2011, 2012, 2014–2019)
- Butkus Award (pro) (2012)
- NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2011)
- Butkus Award (college) (2010)
- Jack Lambert Trophy (2010)
- 2× First-team All-American (2009, 2010)
- 2× First-team All-Big 12 (2009, 2010)
Von Miller is a premier pass rusher in the NFL. He has recorded over 100 tackles, 25 sacks, and 5 forced fumbles in his career. Von Miller was drafted by the Denver Broncos in 2011 and he has played for them ever since.
He won two Super Bowls with them before moving to the Los Angeles Rams in 2021. In 2018, Von Miller signed a contract extension with the Buffalo Bills that will keep him with the team until at least 2023.
Von Miller is married to Karrueche Tran and they have one child together Von Miller is one of the most decorated players in NFL history.
He has won multiple awards and accolades including two Super Bowl Championships, three First-team All-Pro honors, four Second-team All-Pro nods, and eight Pro Bowl appearances. Von Miller was drafted first overall by the Denver Broncos in 2011 and has since been a key part of their defense.
In his nine seasons in the league he has racked up 561 total tackles, 55 sacks, 10 forced fumbles and five interceptions - making him one of the deadliest defenders in football.
Von Miller will miss some time due to injury but is still an integral member of the Broncos squad who are aiming for another title this season.
Also Played For: defensive end, madden nfl 20
2. John Albert Elway Jr.
Quarterback
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (XXXII, XXXIII)
- Super Bowl MVP (XXXIII)
- NFL Most Valuable Player (1987)
- NFL Man of the Year (1992)
- 3× Second-team All-Pro (1987, 1993, 1996)
- 9× Pro Bowl (1986, 1987, 1989, 1991, 1993, 1994, 1996–1998)
- NFL passing yards leader (1993)
- NFL 1990s All-Decade Team
- NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
- Denver Broncos Ring of Fame
- Denver Broncos No. 7 retired
- Unanimous All-American (1982)
- Sammy Baugh Trophy (1982)
- 2× Pac-10 Player of the Year (1980, 1982)
- Stanford Cardinal No. 7 retired
John Elway is a retired professional football player and consultant. He played for the Denver Broncos from 1983 to 1998, winning three Super Bowls with the team.
After retiring as a player, he became an executive with the Broncos organization, serving in various capacities including vice president of football operations and general manager.
In 2011, he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in recognition of his playing career and subsequent work in coaching and management.
John Albert Elway Jr. is a former professional American football quarterback who played his entire 17-year career with the Denver Broncos of the National Football League (NFL).
He was also a two-time Super Bowl champion and three-time Second Team All-Pro. Elway started out playing for the Colorado Crush in 2003, before being traded to the Indianapolis Colts in 1996 where he won his first championship ring as QB of that team.
After four years with Indy, he was traded back to Denver where he led them to their third Super Bowl win against Green Bay in 1998.
In 1999, he retired from active play but returned to lead Denver to another Super Bowl victory over Carolina in 2013 at age 48 – making him one of only two players (the other being Tom Brady) ever to achieve this feat twice (the others were Joe Montana and Terry Bradshaw).
Since retiring from playing professionally, Elway has served as executive vice president of football operations for the Broncos - overseeing all player personnel decisions on both sides of the ball - as well as a consultant for various NFL teams including Kansas City Chiefs and Oakland Raiders.
Also Played For: 1983 nfl draft, stanford cardinal football
3. Terrell Davis
Running back
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (XXXII, XXXIII)
- Super Bowl MVP (XXXII)
- NFL Most Valuable Player (1998)
- 2× NFL Offensive Player of the Year (1996, 1998)
- UPI AFC Offensive Player of the Year (1996)
- 3× First-team All-Pro (1996–1998)
- 3× Pro Bowl (1996–1998)
- NFL rushing yards leader (1998)
- 2× NFL rushing touchdowns leader (1997, 1998)
- NFL 1990s All-Decade Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1995)
- Denver Broncos Ring of Fame
Davis was a record-breaking running back in the NFL who played for Denver Broncos from 1995 to 2001. He is best known for his time with the Broncos, where he led the league in rushing yards four times and was a three-time Pro Bowler.
Davis has also had a successful career outside of football, appearing in several films and television shows over the years. In February 2005, Davis announced that he had been diagnosed with multiple myeloma – a type of cancerous blood disease – which led to his retirement from professional football later that year.
Today, Davis remains active as an ambassador for various charities and organizations related to cancer awareness and research efforts. Terrell Davis is one of the most successful running backs in NFL history. He was a two-time Super Bowl champion and MVP, and he led the league in rushing yards three times.
Davis also had an impressive career passing stats, with 2,509 completions for 25,153 yards and 208 touchdowns.
After retiring from playing football in 2000, Davis became a TV analyst for the Broncos.
4. Champ Bailey
Cornerback
Career
- 3× First-team All-Pro (2004–2006)
- 4× Second-team All-Pro (2000, 2003, 2007, 2012)
- 12× Pro Bowl (2000–2007, 2009–2012)
- NFL interceptions leader (2006)
- NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
- NFL All-Rookie Team (1999)
- Washington Commanders 90 Greatest
- Denver Broncos 50th Anniversary Team
- Denver Broncos Ring of Fame (2019)
- Bronko Nagurski Trophy (1998)
- Consensus All-American (1998)
Bailey was drafted seventh overall by the Washington Redskins in 1999. Bailey played for the Broncos from 2004 to 2013 and is considered one of the greatest cornerbacks of all time.
In 2014, Bailey signed with the New Orleans Saints and had a successful season recording nine interceptions. Champ Bailey was a four-time first-team All-Pro and 12-time Pro Bowler during his 16 seasons in the NFL.
Bailey led the league in interceptions twice, including in 2006 when he had 13 picks. He also made an appearance in seven Pro Bowls and was named to the All-Decade Team for the 2000s.
In 2018, Champ Bailey was inducted into the Broncos Ring of Fame alongside other great players from that era like Terrell Davis and John Elway.
Also Played For: georgia bulldogs football, washington redskins best defensive players
5. Steve Atwater
Strong safety
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (XXXII, XXXIII)
- 2× First-team All-Pro (1991, 1992)
- Second-team All-Pro (1996)
- 8× Pro Bowl (1990–1996, 1998)
- NFL 1990s All-Decade Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1989)
- Denver Broncos Ring of Fame
- Pro Football Hall of Fame
Atwater played safety for the Denver Broncos and New York Jets in the NFL. He was a key player on both teams, recording over 1,000 tackles during his career.
Atwater is a three-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro selection. He also won Super Bowl XXXIII with the Broncos in 2001. After retiring from football, Atwater started working as an analyst for Fox Sports and ESPN2's Monday Night Football broadcasts.
Steve Atwater was a two-time Super Bowl champion and an eight-time Pro Bowler. He was also named First-team All-Pro in 1991 and 1992, and Second-team All-Pro in 1996. In 1990, he was drafted by the Denver Broncos and spent 14 seasons with them before retiring in 1998.
After his retirement from football, Steve Atwater started working as a DB coach for the Baltimore Ravens until his death at age 43 from cardiac arrest on September 24th, 2018.
6. Randy Gradishar
Linebacker
Career
- NFL Defensive Player of the Year (1978)
- 2× First-team All-Pro (1977, 1978)
- 3× Second-team All-Pro (1979, 1981, 1983)
- 7× Pro Bowl (1975, 1977–1979, 1981–1983)
- Denver Broncos Ring of Fame
- 2× Consensus All-American (1972, 1973)
- Ohio State Varsity Hall of Fame
- Ohio State Football All-Century Team
Gradishar was a middle linebacker for the Denver Broncos from 1974-1983 and won several awards, including four Pro Bowl appearances. Gradishar played in 175 games over his career, scoring 71 touchdowns and amassing 1,542 total yards.
After retiring from football, Gradishar worked as an NFL analyst for Fox Sports before becoming a college football coach at Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado in 2007. Gradishar was a dominant defensive lineman at Ohio State and in the NFL.
He won 2× First-team All-Pro honors, 3× Second-team All-Pro accolades, and 7 Pro Bowl appearances during his career. Randy Gradishar is also one of only two players to be the consensus first team All American twice (1972, 1973).
After retiring from the NFL, he became an assistant coach for the Denver Broncos for several seasons before being appointed head coach for the Tampa Bay Storm of the Arena Football League in 2002.
In 2006, he was inducted into both the College Football Hall of Fame and Ohio State Varsity Hall of Fame respectively by unanimous vote on National Championship teams from 1972–1973 as well as 1976 after serving as an Assistant Coach.
With Urban Meyer's Florida Gators throughout their undefeated 1994 campaign that culminated with a Sugar Bowl victory over Penn State As of 2018, Randy Gradishar is currently working as Director Of Player Development With The Jacksonville Jaguars.
Also Played For: ohio state buckeyes football
7. Shannon Sharpe
Tight end
Career
- 3× Super Bowl champion (XXXII, XXXIII, XXXV)
- 4× First-team All-Pro (1993, 1996–1998)
- Second-team All-Pro (1995)
- 8× Pro Bowl (1992–1998, 2001)
- NFL 1990s All-Decade Team
- Denver Broncos Ring of Fame
- Denver Broncos 50th Anniversary Team
- Savannah State Tigers No. 2 retired
Shannon Sharpe was a two-time Super Bowl champion with the Broncos and Ravens, and he was also named to four Pro Bowl teams. Sharpe is considered one of the best tight ends in NFL history, and he ranks fifth all-time in receiving yards.
He announced his retirement from the NFL after playing for the Broncos in 2003. Shannon Sharpe was a dominant receiver in the NFL for many years. He was a key player on some of the Broncos' most successful teams, including their run to back-to-back Super Bowls in 1998 and 1999.
After leaving Denver, Shannon Sharpe had success with the Baltimore Ravens and Philadelphia Eagles before retiring in 2007. Shannon Sharpe is one of only two players in NFL history to record at least 1,000 receptions and 10 300-yard games (the other being Jerry Rice).
He has been named to both the Pro Football Hall of Fame and the National Football League 1990s All-Decade Team, having retired as one of just six tight ends ever to reach that illustrious level (alongside Tony Gonzalez, Jason Witten, Kellen Winslow Jr., Vernon Davis, and Jimmy Graham).
In 2016 Shannon Sharpe became an analyst for ESPN's coverage of professional football.
8. Peyton Manning
Quarterback
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (XLI, 50)
- Super Bowl MVP (XLI)
- 5× NFL Most Valuable Player (2003, 2004, 2008, 2009, 2013)
- 2× NFL Offensive Player of the Year (2004, 2013)
- NFL Comeback Player of the Year (2012)
- Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year (2005)
- 7× First-team All-Pro (2003–2005, 2008, 2009, 2012, 2013)
- 3× Second-team All-Pro (1999, 2000, 2006)
- 14× Pro Bowl (1999, 2000, 2002–2010, 2012–2014)
- 3× NFL passing yards leader (2000, 2003, 2013)
- 4× NFL passing touchdowns leader (2000, 2004, 2006, 2013)
- 3× NFL passer rating leader (2004–2006)
- 2× NFL completion percentage leader (2003, 2012)
- NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
- NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1998)
- Indianapolis Colts Ring of Honor
- Indianapolis Colts No. 18 retired
- Indiana Sports Hall of Fame (2020)
- Denver Broncos Ring of Fame
- Denver Broncos No. 18 honored
- Colorado Sports Hall of Fame (2018)
- Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame (2019)
- Bart Starr Award (2015)
- 3× Bert Bell Award (2003, 2004, 2013)
- Sports Illustrated Sportsman of the Year (2013)
- Maxwell Award (1997)
- Davey O'Brien Award (1997)
- Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award (1997)
- Campbell Trophy (1997)
- SEC Player of the Year (1997)
- Consensus All-American (1997)
- First-team All-SEC (1997)
- Second-team All-SEC (1996)
- Tennessee Volunteers No. 16 retired
Peyton Manning is a four-time Super Bowl champion who played for the Indianapolis Colts from 1998 to 2011. After leaving the Colts, he signed with the Denver Broncos and helped them win two more championships in 2012 and 2015.
Manning has been honored with numerous awards throughout his career, including three NFL MVPs, five Pro Bowl selections, and two Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year Awards. He will be inducted into the National Football League Hall of Fame in 2020.
Peyton Manning is one of the most decorated quarterbacks in NFL history, with 14 Pro Bowl appearances and three MVP awards.
He led Indianapolis to two Super Bowl titles (XLI and 50) before retiring in 2016. Outside of football, he's an active philanthropist who has donated millions to charity through his foundation.
In 2018, he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame as part of a class that also included former Colts teammates Bob Sanders and Marvin Harrison.
9. Justin Simmons
Free safety
Career
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2019, 2021)
- Pro Bowl (2020)
Justin Simmons was drafted by the Denver Broncos in 2016 and has been with them since. Justin is a safety who mainly plays on special teams but can also play in the defensive backfield.
Justin had an impressive college career at Boston College, earning All-ACC honors as a senior while helping the Eagles to a conference championship game appearance.
After going undrafted in 2016, Simmons signed with the Broncos and made his NFL debut that year against the Cleveland Browns.
He went on to make 47 appearances for Denver over three seasons before being traded to Carolina Panthers last offseason.
Justin is considered one of the brightest young safeties in football and looks set for big things during his time in the NFL Simmons was drafted in the 2nd round of the 2020 NFL Draft by the Philadelphia Eagles.
Simmons has been an All-Pro and Pro Bowler in his career thus far with the Eagles, playing a key role on their defense. Simmons is known for his athleticism and physicality on defense, which makes him a force to be reckoned with on that side of the ball.
With Justin Simmons now set to hit free agency next year, it will be interesting to see if he re-signs with Philadelphia or goes elsewhere in order to continue playing at a high level.
Also Played For: madden nfl 21
10. Floyd Little
Halfback
Career
- First-team All-Pro (1969)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (1970, 1971)
- 5× Pro Bowl (1968–1971, 1973)
- NFL rushing yards leader (1971)
- NFL rushing touchdowns co-leader (1973)
- Denver Broncos Ring of Fame
- Denver Broncos No. 44 retired
- 3× First-team All-American (1964–1966)
- Syracuse Orange No. 44 retired
Floyd Little was a halfback for the Denver Broncos from 1967-1975. He was selected in the first round of the 1967 NFL Draft by the Broncos, and he played his entire career with them.
Floyd Little is best known for rushing for over 2,000 yards in one season (1970). After playing his last game with the Broncos in 1975, Floyd Little retired from professional football and moved to Henderson, Nevada.
In 2002, he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame as a member of their class of 2002. Floyd Little died on January 1st 2021 at age 78 after complications from surgery Floyd Little was a prolific running back in the NFL and one of its greatest legends.
He led the league in rushing yards three times, scored 43 touchdowns, and caught 215 passes. At 6'1", 225 pounds, Little was an imposing figure on the field who could break tackles with ease. His speed and power made him a nightmare for opposing defenses.
After playing college ball at Syracuse University, Floyd entered the NFL as a rookie in 1968 with the Denver Broncos.
In just his second season he became one of the divisional rivals Pittsburgh Steelers' best nightmares by scoring 16 touchdowns on the ground – still an NFL record that has yet to be broken.
During his 13-year career with Denver (1968–1971), Cleveland Browns (1972), San Francisco 49ers (1973), and Baltimore Colts (1974–1976), Floyd totaled 9,564 rushing yards and 58 total touchdowns – making him one of professional football’s all-time greats.
Floyd retired from pro football after 1976 but continued to play semi-pro baseball until 1981 before finally hanging up his cleats for good aged 44 years old – cementing himself as one of the American sport’s legendary icons.
Also Played For: syracuse orange football
11. Bradley Chubb
Defensive end
Career
- Pro Bowl (2020)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2018)
- Bronko Nagurski Trophy (2017)[1]
- Ted Hendricks Award (2017)[2]
- ACC Defensive Player of the Year (2017)[3]
- Unanimous All-American (2017)
- First-team All-ACC (2017)[4]
- NC State Wolfpack Jersey No. 9 honored
Bradley Chubb was drafted fifth overall in the 2018 NFL Draft by the Miami Dolphins. Chubb played college football at NC State, where he was a three-time All-ACC selection and 2017 defensive player of the year.
He has been praised for his strength and quickness off the edge, which has made him an important part of both Denver's defense and Miami's offense over the past two seasons. Bradley is married to Ashley and they have one daughter together.
Bradley Chubb was a dominant player for NC State and is now looking to make an impact in the NFL. Chubb won numerous awards during his time at NC State, including ACC Defensive Player of the Year and Ted Hendricks Award.
Bradley Chubb has been very productive in the NFL so far, totaling 182 tackles and 28.5 sacks over the course of 15 seasons.
In 2020, he made his first Pro Bowl appearance as one of the most dominant defenders in the league. He will be looking to build on this success when he continues playing in the NFL next season.
Also Played For: nc state wolfpack football
12. Roderick Smith
Wide receiver
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (XXXII, XXXIII)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2000, 2001)
- 3× Pro Bowl (2000, 2001, 2005)
- NFL receptions leader (2001)
- Denver Broncos Ring of Fame
Rod Smith was a wide receiver for the Denver Broncos from 1994 to 2007. He had an illustrious career with the Broncos, amassing over 1,000 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns in his 14 seasons playing for the team.
After leaving Denver, Rod Smith signed with the New Orleans Saints in 2008 but did not play much due to injuries. In 2013, he joined Fox Sports as a color commentator for NFL games on Fox and later became their lead analyst for college football broadcasts on FOX Sports Net.
Roderick Smith is married with three children and currently resides in Las Vegas where he works as an ESPN broadcaster.
Smith is a six-time Pro Bowler and two-time Super Bowl champion, who ranks fifth all-time in NFL receptions. He was drafted by the Broncos out of Southern Mississippi in the first round of the 1995 draft.
Smith played for Denver from 1995 to 2002, then signed with San Francisco as a free agent in 2003 and spent four seasons there before retiring after the 2007 season.
In addition to his playing career, Smith has also worked as an analyst on Fox Sports’ coverage of pro football since 2008 and served as receivers coach for the Arizona Cardinals from 2009 to 2011 under head coach Ken Whisenhunt.
13. Jason Elam
Placekicker
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (XXXII, XXXIII)
- 3× Second-team All-Pro (1995, 1998, 2001)
- 3× Pro Bowl (1995, 1998, 2001)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1993)
- Denver Broncos Ring of Fame
- Denver Broncos 50th Anniversary Team
- WAC Special Teams Player of the Year (1992)
- 3× First-team All-WAC (1989, 1991-1992)
Jason Elam is a former NFL kicker who played for the Denver Broncos and Atlanta Falcons. Jason Elam was born in 1970 in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.
Jason Elam attended Snellville (GA) Brookwood High School and then Hawaii Pacific University before being drafted by the Denver Broncos in the third round of the 1993 NFL Draft.
After playing for the Denver Broncos for six seasons, he was signed by the Atlanta Falcons as a free agent in 2008 and spent two seasons with them before retiring at the end of 2009.
Jason Elam has been inducted into both the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame and Pro Football Hall of Fame and is currently an analyst on ESPN's "Monday Night Football".
Jason Elam is a two-time Super Bowl champion and three-time Pro Bowler. He also was named Second Team All-Pro in 1995, 1998, and 2001. In 1993, he was drafted by the Denver Broncos and went on to play for them until 2003.
Jason Elam holds several team records including most field goals made (436), attempted (550), percentage (.80) of field goals made from 50 yards or more, longest field goal (63) and points scored (1,983).
14. Russell Wilson
Quarterback
Career
- Super Bowl champion (XLVIII)
- Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year (2020)
- Second-team All-Pro (2019)
- 9× Pro Bowl (2012–2015, 2017–2021)
- NFL passer rating leader (2015)
- NFL passing touchdowns leader (2017)
- Bart Starr Award (2022)
- Griese–Brees Quarterback of the Year (2011)
- First-team All-Big Ten (2011)
- ACC Rookie of the Year (2008)
- ACC Offensive Rookie of the Year (2008)
- First-team All-ACC (2008)
- Second-team All-ACC (2010)
- NC State Wolfpack jersey No. 16 retired
Russell Wilson was born on November 29, 1988, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He attended Collegiate School where he played football and graduated in 2010. After playing at NC State for two years, he transferred to Wisconsin and became the Badgers' starting quarterback in 2011.
In 2012, Wilson was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks with their 3rd round pick (75th overall). Over the next six seasons, he led Seattle to back-to-back Super Bowl appearances (2014 & 2015), becoming just the 2nd player ever to do so after Tom Brady of the New England Patriots (2007–2012).
On January 14th, 2019 Russell announced his retirement from professional football following a successful season as Captain of the Seahawks' team which made it all the way to Super Bowl LIII against the Los Angeles Rams who eventually won 61-17.
He was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in 2012 and became their starting quarterback that season.
Wilson led the Seahawks to a Super Bowl victory over the Broncos in 2018, becoming just the second player in NFL history to win multiple championships with two different teams.
He has also been selected for nine Pro Bowls and holds several franchise records, including the most career passing touchdowns (385) and passer rating (104.1).
In 2020, Wilson received Walter Payton Man of the Year honors from The Associated Press after leading his team to another championship appearance despite injuring his knee late in the season.
Also Played For: wisconsin badgers football, national football conference
15. Patrick Surtain II
Cornerback
Career
- Pro Bowl (2022)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2021)
- CFP national champion (2020)
- SEC Defensive Player of the Year (2020)
- Unanimous All-American (2020)
- First-team All-SEC (2020)
Patrick Surtain II was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the 2021 NFL Draft. He played cornerback for Alabama from 2018 to 2020 and is currently with the team as an active player.
Patrick Surtain II has made several big plays during his career, including a pick-six against Carolina Panthers in 2019 which helped seal Denver's victory that day.
Patrick Surtain II is known for his aggressive playstyle on defense and will continue to make contributions for the Broncos moving forward Patrick Surtain II is a young, talented defensive back who has already made an impact in the NFL.
He was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in the second round of the 2020 NFL draft and quickly became one of their key players on defense.
In his first season with New Orleans, he helped lead them to their first-ever Super Bowl victory and was named MVP of the game.
Patrick Surtain II has continued to be a major contributor for the Saints over the past two seasons, playing all 16 games each year and making multiple crucial interceptions and tackles.
He is now considered one of the best defenders in all of football and is definitely someone you don’t want opposing offenses targeting come playoff time.
16. Garett Bolles
Tackle
Career
- Second-team All-Pro (2020)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2017)
- First Team All-Pac-12 (2016)
Bolles was drafted 20th overall by the Denver Broncos in 2017. Bolles attended Snow College before transferring to Utah, where he started 25 of 36 games over two seasons.
Bolles made his NFL debut with the Broncos in 2018, starting all 16 games at left tackle. He is expected to be a cornerstone of the team's offensive line for years to come.
Garett Bolles was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft. He has started all 80 games he has played in for the Broncos and is a two-time Second Team All-Pro.
In 2020, he was named to PFWA's All-Rookie Team. Bolles is known as an excellent run blocker who can also throw effectively out of shotgun formations.
Also Played For: utah utes football
17. Jerry Jeudy
Wide receiver
Career
- CFP national champion (2017)
- Biletnikoff Award (2018)
- Consensus All-American (2018)
- 2× First-team All-SEC (2018, 2019)
Jerry Jeudy was drafted in the first round by the Denver Broncos in 2020. Jeudy played college football for Alabama and caught 54 passes for 1,057 yards and 10 touchdowns during his three-year career with the Crimson Tide.
In his rookie season with the Broncos, Jeudy had a breakout year catching 64 passes for 1,087 yards and six touchdowns.
Jeudy has continued to be one of quarterback Case Keenum's favorite targets over the past two seasons, totaling 116 receptions for 2,598 yards and 15 touchdowns during that time period.
Jerry Jeudy is a talented wide receiver for the Alabama Crimson Tide. He was a consensus All-American in 2018 and won the Biletnikoff Award that season.
Jeudy has been very productive during his time at Alabama, recording 152 receptions for 2,141 yards and nine touchdowns since he entered college in 2017.
The 23-year-old should have no trouble making an impact in the NFL if he decides to go pro after this season with his immense skill set. Look for Jerry Jeudy to be one of the top receivers in the league within a few years - don't miss out on your chance to see him play.
18. Karl Mecklenburg
Career
- 4× First-team All-Pro (1985–1987, 1989)
- Second-team All-Pro (1987)
- 6× Pro Bowl (1985–1987, 1989, 1991, 1993)
- Denver Broncos Ring of Fame
Karl Mecklenburg is a linebacker who played in the NFL for eleven seasons. He was drafted by the Denver Broncos in 1983 and spent four years with them before moving on to play for the Seattle Seahawks (1995-1998).
He was a part of two Super Bowl teams, one with Denver and one with Seattle. In both appearances, he had ten tackles and an interception.
After retiring from football Karl became involved in coaching, first as head coach of his alma mater Minnesota (1999-2002), and then at Utah State University (2003-2006).
Following that he served as linebackers coach for the San Francisco 49ers (2007-2008), Oakland Raiders (2009), Carolina Panthers (2010), and Arizona Cardinals(2011-2013). In 2014 Karl returned to full-time coaching.
when he took over as defensive coordinator at Oregon State University, where he held that position until 2016 when he left to take over as head coach of North Dakota State University Karl Mecklenburg was a three-time first-team All-Pro and six-time pro bowler with the Denver Broncos.
He played both defensive end and linebacker in his career, earning seven pro bowls at each spot. Karl passed away on May 11th of this year after a long battle with Motor neuron disease, but will always be remembered for his incredible impact on the NFL and its players.
19. Courtland Sutton
Wide receiver
Career
- Pro Bowl (2019)
- 2× First-team All-AAC (2016, 2017)
Courtland Sutton was drafted by the Denver Broncos in 2018, and he has since become a mainstay on their offense.
At 6'4", and 216 pounds, Courtland is one of the bigger receivers in the NFL, and his size allows him to be very physical against defenders.
Courtland is a strong receiver who can haul in deep passes with ease, which has led to him becoming one of Denver's most dangerous players. With four seasons under his belt, Courtland is coming into his prime as an NFL player and should continue to improve over the next few years.
Courtland Sutton is a talented young receiver with plenty of upsides. He has consistently produced in college and the NFL, which bodes well for his future as a player.
Sutton should continue to improve over the next few years and could potentially become one of the best receivers in the league.
20. Emmanuel Sanders
Wide receiver
Career
- Pittsburgh Steelers (2010–2013)
- Denver Broncos (2014–2019)
- San Francisco 49ers (2019)
- New Orleans Saints (2020)
- Buffalo Bills (2021)
Sanders was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2010 NFL Draft. Sanders spent four seasons with the Steelers before joining the Denver Broncos in 2014.
Sanders played for three different teams over six years, including two stints with the San Francisco 49ers (2019-2021). Emmanuel Sanders is a former NFL wide receiver who played for the Denver Broncos and New Orleans Saints.
Sanders has spent his entire professional career playing in the National Football League (NFL). He was signed by the Denver Broncos as an undrafted free agent in 2007 and made an immediate impact, recording 85 receptions for 1,313 yards and 11 touchdowns during his rookie season.
In 2010, Sanders helped lead the Broncos to their first Super Bowl victory after catching seven passes for 144 yards and two touchdowns in Super Bowl XLVIII against the Seattle Seahawks.
The following year, Sanders caught 89 passes for 1,359 yards with 12 touchdowns while helping guide Denver back to another Super Bowl appearance where they were defeated by Cam Newton & Company of Carolina Panthers 21-10.
Also Played For: nfc south
21. Demaryius Thomas
Wide receiver
Career
- Denver Broncos (2010–2018)
- Houston Texans (2018)
- New England Patriots (2019)
- New York Jets (2019)
Demaryius Thomas was drafted by the Denver Broncos in 2010 and spent five seasons with the team. In 2018, he joined the Indianapolis Colts and had an excellent season, helping them reach the Super Bowl.
Thomas has been a prolific receiver throughout his career and is one of the most well-known players in NFL history.
He will be 34 years old at the end of 2021 and may not have many more productive years ahead of him, but he remains one of the best wide receivers in league history.
Demaryius Thomas is a five-time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl champion with the Houston Texans. He started his career with the Denver Broncos before being traded to the Houston Texans in 2012.
Demaryius has been one of the best receivers in NFL history, ranking first all-time in receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns.
In 2018 he was released by the Patriots after 11 seasons with them, but re-signed with the Jets shortly thereafter. As of 2019, Demaryius is still playing at an elite level for New York, amassing over 2200 receiving yards during that season alone.
22. Ed McCaffrey
Wide receiver
Career
- 3× Super Bowl champion (XXIX, XXXII, XXXIII)
- Second-team All-Pro (1998)
- Pro Bowl (1998)
- Denver Broncos 50th Anniversary Team
- First-team All-American (1990)
- First-team All-Pacific-10 (1990)
McCaffrey was a highly productive receiver in the NFL. He had over 1,000 yards receiving in each of his first four seasons and finished with over 10,000 career yards.
McCaffrey played for five different teams during his 12-year career and is best known for playing for the New York Giants from 1991 to 1993. After retiring as a player, McCaffrey became an analyst on NFL Network and ESPN's Sunday Night Football telecasts.
Ed McCaffrey is a three-time Super Bowl champion and one of the most decorated players in NFL history. He was an All-Pro selection in 1998 and 1999 and helped the Denver Broncos reach the Super Bowl twice during his career.
After retiring from football, he became a successful coach at several schools before joining Northern Colorado as it's the head coach in 2020.
23. Tom Nalen
Center
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (XXXII, XXXIII)
- 2× First-team All-Pro (2000, 2003)
- Second-team All-Pro (1999)
- 5× Pro Bowl (1997–2000, 2003)
- NFL Alumni Offensive Lineman of the Year (2003)
- Denver Broncos 50th Anniversary Team
- Denver Broncos Ring of Fame
Tom Nalen was a dominant center for the Denver Broncos from 1994-2008. He helped lead the team to three Super Bowl appearances during that time and was named 1st Team All-Pro in 2000 and 2002.
After leaving Denver, Tom Nalen had brief stints with the Baltimore Ravens (2009) and Seattle Seahawks (2010). However, he retired after playing just one season with the Seahawks due to injuries.
In 2013, Tom Nalen came out of retirement to play for his old team - the Broncos - on injured reserve.
Now 51 years old, Tom still plays hockey regularly and spends his free time traveling around America's great parks system Tom Nalen is a former NFL offensive lineman who was a two-time Super Bowl champion and five-time Pro Bowler.
Nalen played for the Denver Broncos from 1997 to 2000, then rejoined them in 2003. He retired after the 2005 season. Tom Nalen attended Wabash College and later Purdue University before being drafted by the Detroit Lions in 1987.
After spending time with their practice squad, he was signed by the Denver Broncos in September of that year and made his debut three months later against San Diego Chargers on November 12th.
His finest hour came during Super Bowl XXXII when he helped lead his team to an 18–17 victory over St Louis Rams. This success led him to be named First Team All-Pro for 2000 alongside teammate Shannon Sharpe.
In 2001, Tom Nalen moved back inside to guard where he continued playing until retiring at the end of 2005 following another successful season with Denver winning their sixth straight AFC West title under head coach Mike Shanahan.
Now residing in Fort Worth Texas, Tom has been working as an analyst for CBS Sports since leaving football behind and enjoys spending time with his wife Stephanie and four children; Sawyer (16), Kennedy (14), Harper (10) & Hayes.
24. John Lynch
Strong safety
Career
- Super Bowl champion (XXXVII)
- 2× First-team All-Pro (1999, 2000)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2001, 2002)
- 9× Pro Bowl (1997, 1999–2002, 2004–2007)
- Bart Starr Award (2007)
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers Ring of Honor
- Denver Broncos Ring of Fame
Lynch was the GM of the San Francisco 49ers from 2012 to 2019. He previously worked in various roles with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Denver Broncos, and New England Patriots.
Lynch is considered a mastermind behind one of the most successful eras in NFL history, as his teams won five Super Bowls between 2009 and 2013. In 2019, he stepped down from his role as GM after leading San Francisco to their first-ever championship victory since 1994.
John Lynch played football for the University of Utah and was drafted in the first round by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
He is most well-known for his 11 years with the San Francisco 49ers, where he became a two-time First-team All-Pro and five-time Pro Bowl player. In 2019, John Lynch was elected PFWA Executive of the Year.
25. Aqib Talib
Cornerback
Career
- Super Bowl champion (50)
- First-team All-Pro (2016)
- Second-team All-Pro (2013)
- 5× Pro Bowl (2013–2017)
- Jack Tatum Trophy (2007)
- Consensus First-team All-American (2007)
- 2× First-team All-Big 12 (2006, 2007)
Aqib Talib is a former cornerback who played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, New England Patriots, and Denver Broncos. Aqib Talib was drafted by the Buccaneers in 2008 and spent four seasons with them before being traded to the Patriots in 2012.
He appeared in 43 games for the Patriots over two seasons before signing with the Broncos ahead of their 2014 season opener.
After spending three seasons with Denver, he signed on with Los Angeles Rams this offseason as a free agent. Aqib Talib is a five-time Pro Bowler and two-time first-team All-American.
He was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the second round of the 2007 NFL Draft and played for them until he was traded to Denver in 2016.
In his time with Denver, he won a Super Bowl title (2016) and was named an All-Pro four times. After leaving Denver, Talib signed with the Miami Dolphins where he has continued to play at a high level, winning another Super Bowl championship this year as part of their team.
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26. Mark Schlereth
Guard
Career
- 3× Super Bowl champion (XXVI, XXXII, XXXIII)
- 2× Pro Bowl (1991, 1998)
- George Halas Award (1998)
- Denver Broncos 50th Anniversary Team
Schlereth was born in Anchorage, Alaska on January 25, 1966. He attended high school in Anchorage and played football at Robert Service. Schlereth then played college football at Idaho before being drafted by the Washington Redskins in 1989.
Over the course of his career with the Redskins, Schlereth appeared in 114 games and made 192 starts.
In 1994, he was traded to the St Louis Rams where he spent two seasons before retiring from professional football later that year Mark Schlereth is a former NFL player who played for the Denver Broncos from 1995-2000.
He was a three-time Super Bowl champion and two-time Pro Bowler. Mark Schlereth is best known for his play as an offensive lineman, but he also had some success on special teams during his career.
After retiring from football, Mark Schlereth has worked as an analyst on NFL Network and ESPN Radio and has appeared in several movies and TV shows over the years.
The native of Portland, Oregon, currently lives in Southern California with his wife and children.
27. Gary Zimmerman
Career
- Super Bowl champion (XXXII)
- 5× First-team All-Pro (1987–1989, 1992, 1996)
- 3× Second-team All-Pro (1986, 1993, 1995)
- 7× Pro Bowl (1987–1989, 1992, 1994–1996)
- NFL 1980s All-Decade Team
- NFL 1990s All-Decade Team
- 50 Greatest Vikings
- Denver Broncos Ring of Fame
- Morris Trophy (1983)
Zimmerman was a five-time first-team All-Pro offensive tackle and Super Bowl champion with the Los Angeles Express in 1984. He played for the Minnesota Vikings from 1986 to 1992, then joined Denver Broncos in 1993.
Zimmerman helped lead Denver to two AFC Championship games (1997 and 1998) and one Super Bowl victory (1998). After nine seasons with the Broncos, he retired at age 36 in 2002. Gary Zimmerman was a three-time second-team All-Pro and seven-time Pro Bowl selection in the NFL.
He played for the Vikings from 1987 to 1996, compiling a record of 184 games played and 169 starts. Zimmerman was also named an All-USFL first-team player twice (1984, 1985) and finished his career with 44 fumble recoveries.
After retiring as a player he became Minnesota's defensive coordinator from 1997 to 2004 before joining the Denver Broncos' staff as their linebackers coach in the 2005 season finale, where they won Super Bowl XXXII against New England Patriots 34–28.
28. DeMarcus Ware
Outside linebacker
Career
- Super Bowl champion (50)
- 4× First-team All-Pro (2007–2009, 2011)
- 3× Second-team All-Pro (2006, 2010, 2012)
- 9× Pro Bowl (2006–2012, 2014, 2015)
- 2× NFL sacks leader (2008, 2010)
- 2× Butkus Award (pro) (2008, 2011)
- NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
- 2× All-Sun Belt (2003, 2004)
- Sun Belt Defensive Player of the Year (2003)
Ware is a veteran player who has played in the NFL for 10 years. Ware was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in 2005 and spent four seasons with them before moving to Denver in 2014.
In his ten-year career, Ware has accumulated over 1,000 tackles and 50 sacks. He is known for being an aggressive linebacker who can generate a lot of pressure on opposing quarterbacks.
DeMarcus Ware is a three-time Second Team All-Pro and Super Bowl champion. He was the NFL sacks leader for two seasons and led the league in that category for four consecutive years. DeMarcus Ware is also a Butkus Award winner, as well as an all-decade player of the 2000s.
In 2017, he signed with the Denver Broncos on a one-year contract worth $17 million dollars before retiring at the season's end due to an injury.
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29. Elvis Dumervil
Defensive end
Career
- 2× First-team All-Pro (2009, 2014)
- 5× Pro Bowl (2009, 2011, 2012, 2014, 2015)
- NFL sacks leader (2009)
- Bronko Nagurski Trophy (2005)
- Ted Hendricks Award (2005)
- Bill Willis Trophy (2005)
- Big East Defensive Player of the Year (2005)
- Unanimous All-American (2005)
Dumervil was drafted in the fourth round of the 2006 NFL draft by the Denver Broncos. Dumervil spent four seasons with the Broncos, before joining the Baltimore Ravens in 2013.
Dumervil enjoyed a successful three-year stint with the Ravens, registering 44 sacks and five interceptions during that time. Dumervil signed with the San Francisco 49ers in 2017 but only played one season for them before retiring at the end of that year.
Dumervil is a talented pass rusher who has twice been selected for the Pro Bowl. Dumervil was an All-American and won many awards, including the Bronko Nagurski Trophy and the Ted Hendricks Award.
Dumervil's NFL career highlights include being the NFL sacks leader in 2009, as well as winning several other awards and accolades.
30. Clinton Portis
Running back
Career
- NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (2002)
- Second-team All-Pro (2008)
- 2× Pro Bowl (2003, 2008)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2002)
- Washington Commanders 90 Greatest
- BCS national champion (2001)
- First-team All-Big East (2001)
Clinton Portis was a running back for the Denver Broncos and Washington Redskins in the NFL. Clinton Portis is best known for his time with the Broncos, where he played from 2002 to 2003.
After leaving Denver, Portis signed with the Washington Redskins and spent four seasons there before being traded to the Baltimore Ravens in 2009. In 2010, Portis signed with the Indianapolis Colts but only lasted one season before being released by Indianapolis in 2011.
After spending some time out of football, Clinton re-signed with Baltimore and helped them win Super Bowl XLVII over the San Francisco 49ers that year.
Portis has also had stints playing for the Houston Texans (2012), Atlanta Falcons (2013), and Tennessee Titans (2015). Clinton retired from professional football after appearing in just three games in 2017 due to injury.
He began coaching high school football as an assistant coach at Gainesville High School in Florida in 2018 Clinton Portis was a standout running back for the Washington Redskins from 2002-2008.
He was named NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2002 and twice made it to the Pro Bowl, including his final season with the team in 2008. Clinton Portis played college football at Ohio State University before being drafted by the Redskins in 2002.
He led all rookie running backs in rushing yards and touchdowns that year, helping Washington make it to their first-ever Super Bowl appearance.
After spending four seasons with Washington, Portis signed with Denver Broncos as a free agent in 2006 but struggled there before being traded to Cleveland Browns two years later.
In 2010 he joined Baltimore Ravens where he finished out his career after one more season with them in 2011. Clinton Portis is now an analyst for ESPN's Monday Night Football coverage and has released multiple music albums since retiring from footballing activities several years ago.
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31. Kareem Jackson
Cornerback
Career
- Houston Texans (2010–2018)
- Denver Broncos (2019–present)
Kareem Jackson was drafted by the Houston Texans in the 2010 NFL Draft. Kareem Jackson started playing safety for the Houston Texans in 2010 and has since remained with them through 2018.
In his nine-year career, Jackson has accumulated over 1,000 tackles, 11 interceptions, and five touchdowns.
He was named to two Pro Bowls (2013, 2015) and won a Super Bowl with the Houston Texans in 2017 as part of their defense that led to an unprecedented 51 consecutive wins overall during that season's playoffs run.
Kareem Jackson is married and has three children - Kiariya, Kobe, and KJ Jr - who all attend a private school in Macon, GA where he also resides when not on NFL duty or traveling for games/events related to his professional career outside of football).
Kareem Jackson is a former All-Pro cornerback for the Denver Broncos. He has made an impact both on and off the field in his time with the Broncos, serving as captain of their defense during their run to victory in Super Bowl 50.
Injuries have limited him over recent years, but he remains one of the most experienced and respected players in his position in the NFL today.
With another strong season behind him, it's safe to say that Kareem Jackson will be remembered as one of the all-time greats at cornerback for Denver.
32. Brandon Marshall
Wide receiver
Career
- Denver Broncos (2006–2009)
- Miami Dolphins (2010–2011)
- Chicago Bears (2012–2014)
- New York Jets (2015–2016)
- New York Giants (2017)
- Seattle Seahawks (2018)
- New Orleans Saints (2018)
Marshall is a three-time Pro Bowler and was named to the All-Rookie Team in 2006. He played for the Denver Broncos (2006–2009), Miami Dolphins (2010–2011), Chicago Bears (2012–2014), and the New York Jets (2015).
In 2017, he signed with the Giants and helped them make it to Super Bowl XLIV. Marshall joined the Seattle Seahawks in 2018 and has already recorded two touchdowns this season. Brandon Marshall is a 6-foot-5, 253-pound Pro Bowl receiver with 83 career touchdowns and 970 receptions.
Marshall started his NFL career as a wide receiver for the Chicago Bears in 2008 and has been one of the most consistent receivers in the league ever since.
In 2012, Marshall was a first-team All-Pro and led the NFL in receiving yards with 1,485 yards on 120 catches; he also scored 13 touchdowns that season.
In 2013, Marshall was named second-team All-Pro after recording 112 receptions for 1,508 yards and 12 touchdowns; he also added 68 rushing yards on six carries during that year's playoffs to help lead Chicago to their third Super Bowl victory in eight years.
Marshall signed with New York Jets as a free agent in 2015 but only recorded four catches for 50 yards before being released at the end of preseason 2017; however, he later rejoined the Bears ahead of theirs.
Week 3 game against Green Bay Packers this past season where he caught three passes for 36 yards including an 18-yard touchdown reception which helped seal Chicago's 34–28 victory over Green Bay thereby extending their unbeaten streak to nine games (7 regular seasons + 2 postseasons).
33. Bill Romanowski
Linebacker
Career
- San Francisco 49ers (1988–1993)
- Philadelphia Eagles (1994–1995)
- Denver Broncos (1996–2001)
- Oakland Raiders (2002–2003)
Romanowski was a linebacker for the San Francisco 49ers and Philadelphia Eagles during his NFL career. He played in 198 games over the course of six seasons, registering 571 tackles, 10 sacks, two interceptions, and one touchdown.
Romanowski was born in Rockville Connecticut but raised in Vernon, CT where he starred at Vernon High School before playing college football at Boston College.
After going undrafted out of Boston College, Romanowski signed with the San Francisco 49ers as an unrestricted free agent in 1988 and went on to play 6 seasons for them before joining the Philadelphia Eagles later on during his career.
Known for being a physical defender who could make big plays on defense, Romanowski is considered one of the key contributors to both teams' success throughout his time in the NFL.
In 1993 Romanowski announced that he would be retiring from professional football after failing to recover from a neck injury he sustained earlier that year – this ended up being his final season played in the league overall.
Upon retirement from professional football following 1993's conclusion, BillRomanowsk returned to his home state of Connecticut where he has since embarked upon a successful coaching career with various high school teams.
Across New England, Bill Romanowski was a dominant defensive player in his NFL career. He won four Super Bowls with the Denver Broncos and two Pro Bowls while playing for Oakland Raiders.
Bill Romanowski is also known for his ferocious hits, including one that broke Brett Favre's leg in the 1997 playoffs. After retiring from the NFL, Bill Romanowsky became an analyst on Fox Sports 1 and ESPN2 football broadcasts.
34. Brian Dawkins
Safety
Career
- 4× First-team All-Pro (2001, 2002, 2004, 2006)
- Second-team All-Pro (2009)
- 9× Pro Bowl (1999, 2001, 2002, 2004–2006, 2008, 2009, 2011)
- NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1996)
- Philadelphia Eagles Hall of Fame
- Philadelphia Eagles 75th Anniversary Team
- Philadelphia Eagles No. 20 retired
- Second-team All-American (1995)
- First-team All-ACC (1995)
Brian Dawkins was a two-time All-Pro safety who played for the Philadelphia Eagles and Denver Broncos throughout his NFL career. He was born in Jacksonville, Florida, on October 13th, 1973, and attended William M.
Raines High School before playing college football at Clemson. After being drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in 1996, he spent six years with the team before moving to Denver in 2009 where he won a Super Bowl title that year.
In 2018, after 11 seasons out of the game due to injuries, Brian retired from professional football following stints with both Baltimore Ravens (2012) and Washington Redskins (2016). Dawkins was an All-Pro linebacker in the NFL for nine seasons and played in four Pro Bowls.
After playing college football at Temple, Dawkins entered the league as a first-round draft pick of the Philadelphia Eagles in 1999. He quickly became one of the best linebackers in the league, earning four consecutive First-team All-Pro honors from 2001 to 2004.
In 2006, Dawkins suffered a career-threatening knee injury that forced him to miss most of the season.
However, he bounced back strong and led Philadelphia to their first Super Bowl appearance since 1978 later that year. The Eagles lost 44–7 to New England Patriots but Dawkins was named MVP of the game after recording 11 tackles and 2 sacks on defense and catching 1 pass for 17 yards on offense (including an 18-yard touchdown reception).
Following his retirement following the 2007 season, Dawkins served as executive director of player development with Philadelphia before joining Chip Kelly's staff with Oregon as assistant head coach/defensive coordinator in 2013 where he helped lead the team to two Pac-12 championships – including a Rose Bowl victory over.
Wisconsin – before retiring again following the 2017 season due to health concerns related to multiple concussions sustained throughout his career.
Also Played For: clemson university, clemson tigers football
35. Bryce Callahan
Cornerback
Career
- Chicago Bears (2015–2018)
- Denver Broncos (2019–2021)
- Los Angeles Chargers (2022–present)
Bryce Callahan was born on October 23, 1991, in Moscow, Idaho. He attended Cypress Woods High School in Texas and played for the Rice Owls football team.
Bryce did not receive any draft offers after graduating from college in 2015 and decided to pursue a career as a cornerback with the Los Angeles Chargers instead.
Bryce made his NFL debut with the Chargers in 2017 and has since become one of their starting cornerbacks. Bryce is married with two children and enjoys playing golf and spending time outdoors Bryce Callahan was drafted by the Chicago Bears in the third round of the 2015 NFL Draft.
He made his NFL debut in Week 4 of that season and has since played for both the Bears and Denver Broncos. In 2018, Bryce recorded 208 tackles, 5 sacks, 1 forced fumble, 1 fumble recovery, and 8 interceptions.
At just 24 years old, Bryce is already one of the most experienced players in the league and looks to continue ascending on an impressive career path in 2022 with Los Angeles Chargers.
36. Neil Smith
Defensive lineman
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (XXXII, XXXIII)
- First-team All-Pro (1993)
- 3× Second-team All-Pro (1992, 1995, 1997)
- 6× Pro Bowl (1991–1995, 1997)
- NFL forced fumbles co-leader (1994)
- NFL sacks leader (1993)
- NFL 1990s All-Decade Team
- Kansas City Chiefs Hall of Fame
- All-American (1987)
Neil Smith was a dominant defensive end in his career. He played for the Kansas City Chiefs, Denver Broncos and San Diego Chargers during his time in the NFL.
Neil Smith is remembered for his aggressive playstyle on defense and was a force to be reckoned with at the professional level. Neil Smith retired from football after playing for the San Diego Chargers in 2000.
He now works as an analyst for NFL Network and ESPN Deportes Neil Smith was born on December 11, 1967 in Wichita Falls, Texas.
He played college football at the University of Kansas and was drafted by the Washington Redskins in the first round of the 1989 NFL Draft.
Smith played for the Redskins for 12 seasons before joining the Kansas City Chiefs in 2003. He won two Super Bowls with Washington (XXXII, XXXIII) and three Pro Bowls overall (1991-1995, 1997).
Neil Smith is a member of both the Washington Redskins and Kansas City Chiefs Hall of Fame induction committees and has also been named to several All-Pro teams throughout his career.
In 2018 he received election into both professional football's Hall of Fame as well as that of The American Football Coaches Association (AFCA).
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37. Louis Vasquez
Guard
Career
- Super Bowl champion (50)
- First-team All-Pro (2013)
- Pro Bowl (2013)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2009)
- College awards and honors
Louis Vasquez started his NFL career with the San Diego Chargers in 2009. After two seasons with the Chargers, Vasquez was traded to the Denver Broncos in 2012.
In 2013, Vasquez signed a one-year deal with the Oakland Raiders and played for them until 2016.
In 2017, Louis Vasquez signed a three-year contract with the Arizona Cardinals and currently plays for them as their starting guard Vasquez was drafted by the Denver Broncos in 2009 and started 101 games for them over the course of six seasons.
Vasquez became a Super Bowl champion with the Broncos in 2015, after they defeated the Carolina Panthers 43-8. Vasquez has also been named to first-team All-Pro twice (2013, 2017) and is currently an unrestricted free agent.
Louis Vasquez attended Rancho Cucamonga High School before going on to play college football at UTEP. After his NFL career ended, Louis Vasquez began working as an analyst for Fox Sports 1 covering major events such as Wimbledon and UGA Football Games.
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38. Drew Lock
Quarterback
Career
- First-team All-SEC (2017)
- Second-team All-SEC (2018)
- FBS passing touchdowns leader (2017)
Lock was a two-year starter at Missouri, where he completed 62.5% of his passes for 3,971 yards and 28 touchdowns against just six interceptions.
He was drafted by the Denver Broncos in 2019 but only saw action in one game as a backup to Joe Flacco before being traded to the Seattle Seahawks.
In his lone season with the Seahawks, Lock led them to an 11-5 record and their first NFC West title since 2013.
At 26 years old, Lock is already considered one of the top young quarterbacks in the league and has demonstrated that he can be successful both on offense and defense Drew Lock is a talented quarterback who has had success in the SEC.
He was named first-team All-SEC in both 2017 and 2018, and he led the SEC with 25 touchdown passes and 20 interceptions in 2017.
The lock also has rushing stats that are respectable, averaging 285 yards per season over four years of play at Missouri State. The 24-year-old will likely be drafted soon and could have a bright future in the NFL as one of the league’s top quarterbacks.
Also Played For: missouri tigers football
39. Chris Harris Jr.
Cornerback
Career
- Super Bowl champion (50)
- First-team All-Pro (2016)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2014, 2015)
- 4× Pro Bowl (2014–2016, 2018)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2011)
- NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
Harris was signed by the Denver Broncos as an undrafted free agent in 2011. Harris made his NFL debut with the Broncos in Week 3 of the 2011 season and quickly established himself as a top cornerback in the league, helping lead Denver to back-to-back Super Bowl appearances (2015 and 2016).
After injuries limited him to just nine games in 2018, Harris was traded to the Los Angeles Chargers during the offseason and has since emerged as one of their best defenders once again.
The Saints acquired Harris in early September 2020 and have been very pleased with his play so far this season, leading New Orleans to a 6–1 record thus far.
Harris has had a successful NFL career, playing for the Denver Broncos and now the Baltimore Ravens. He’s won two Super Bowls with Denver as well as four Pro Bowl appearances.
Harris is known for his aggressive play on defense, often going after opposing quarterbacks aggressively. This style of play has led to him accumulating numerous statistics and awards over his long career in the NFL.
Harris will be 38 years old at the end of this season, so it may be time for him to retire from professional football.
However, he remains one of the top defenders in the league and could continue to contribute significantly if given another chance by an NFL team next year or later on in his career.
40. Ryan Clady
Tackle
Career
- Super Bowl champion (50)
- 2× First-team All-Pro (2009, 2012)
- Second-team All-Pro (2008)
- 4× Pro Bowl (2009, 2011, 2012, 2014)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2008)
- Consensus All-American (2007)
- Second-team All-American (2006)
- 2× First-team All-WAC (2006, 2007)
Ryan Clady was drafted by the Denver Broncos in 2008 and played for them until 2015. He is best known for his time with the New York Jets, where he spent two seasons before retiring in 2016.
Ryan Clady has also played for the Indianapolis Colts, Washington Redskins and Atlanta Falcons during his career. In 2017, he came out of retirement to sign with the San Francisco 49ers but was released later that year after just one season.
Now 36 years old, Ryan Clady is currently a free agent and hoping to land another NFL contract soon Ryan Clady is a two-time Pro Bowl selection and Super Bowl champion who has played 107 games over the course of his NFL career.
He was drafted by the Denver Broncos in 2008 and spent five seasons with them before signing with the New England Patriots in 2013.
Ryan Clady was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2012, but he continues to play despite the condition. In 2017, he signed a three-year contract extension with the New Orleans Saints.
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41. Teddy Bridgewater
Quarterback
Career
- Pro Bowl (2015)
- Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Year (2014)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2014)
- Art Rooney Award (2020)
- Second-team All-AAC (2013)
- Big East Offensive Player of The Year (2012)
- First-team All-Big East (2012)
- Big East Rookie of the Year (2011)
Bridgewater was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in 2014 and started for them from day one. He led the team to a 13-3 record his rookie year, but struggled with injuries in subsequent seasons and was traded to the New York Jets in 2018.
In 2019, Bridgewater signed with the Miami Dolphins as their new starting quarterback. He has had some success thus far and looks set to lead the team toward playoff contention this season. Teddy Bridgewater was selected by the Carolina Panthers in the first round of the NFL Draft in 2014.
He started all 16 games for the Vikings that season and led them to a 12-4 record, earning him Rookie of The Year honors. In 2015, he started 13 games but lost his starting job late in the year to Case Keenum.
However, he regained it midway through 2016 and finished with 3,231 yards on 253 completions with 20 touchdowns and nine interceptions en route to being named NFL MVP runner-up behind Tom Brady of the New England Patriots (Brady would go on win Super Bowl LI).
Bridgewater signed a contract extension with Minnesota prior to 2018 which will keep him there through 2024; however, as of July 2020 Teddy has been traded from Minnesota along with a third-round pick (#102 overall) to Denver Broncos in exchange for QB Case Keenum.
42. Jake Plummer
Quarterback
Career
- Pro Bowl (2005)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1997)
- Pac-10 Offensive Player of the Year (1996)
- First-team All-American (1996)
- 2× First-team All-Pac-10 (1995, 1996)
Jake Plummer is a retired NFL quarterback who played for the Arizona Cardinals, Denver Broncos, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He was selected by the Cardinals in the second round of the 1997 NFL draft.
Plummer led his teams to three division titles (1998 with Arizona, 2001 with Denver, and 2003 with Tampa Bay) and one Super Bowl appearance (XLVIII). In total, he completed 511 passes for 6,626 yards and 49 touchdowns while also rushing for 1,202 yards on 291 carries.
After retiring from football in 2006, Plummer began working as an analyst on Fox Sports' college football coverage team before leaving that role in 2013 to become an ambassador for helmet manufacturer Riddell.
Jake Plummer was a three-time First-team All-American at the University of Utah and played in two Pro Bowls.
He led the Arizona Cardinals to their first NFC Championship Game appearance in over 20 years in 2000 and then helped them win Super Bowl XXXIII against the Tennessee Titans.
After retiring from football, Jake became an analyst for Fox Sports Net and ESPN radio as well as appearing on various shows such as The Dan Patrick Show, Around The League Live, Pardon My Take, and more.
In 2017, he published his autobiography entitled "Undefeated" which chronicled his career both on and off the field.
43. Phillip Lindsay
Running back
Career
- Denver Broncos (2018–2020)
- Houston Texans (2021)
- Miami Dolphins (2021)
- Indianapolis Colts (2022)
Phillip Lindsay was drafted in the fifth round of the 2018 NFL Draft by the Denver Broncos. He played college ball at Colorado where he rushed for 4,247 yards and 36 touchdowns on 622 carries during his four-year career.
Lindsay has also been a major contributor as a receiver with 194 catches for 1,628 yards and 10 scores in 32 games (30 starts). In 2020, Lindsay signed a two-year contract extension with the Broncos that will keep him with the team through 2024.
Phillip Lindsay is a versatile running back who has had success in both the college and NFL levels. The Indianapolis Colts drafted him with the hope that he can provide depth behind starter Marlon Mack and help take pressure off of quarterback Andrew Luck.
Lindsay has been productive so far this season, rushing for over 1,000 yards and 10 touchdowns while also catching 38 passes for 459 yards and two more scores.
He is an exciting player to watch due to his ability to make big plays on offense as well as contribute significantly to special teams.
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44. Julius Thomas
Tight end
Career
- Denver Broncos (2011–2014)
- Jacksonville Jaguars (2015–2016)
- Miami Dolphins (2017)
Julius Thomas is a tight end for the Denver Broncos. He was drafted in 2011 by the Broncos and has had some success since then. Julius Thomas is known for his speed and athleticism, which he uses to dominate opponents on the field.
Julius Thomas is an important part of the offense for the Broncos, as he can create space for other players and help them succeed. Julius Thomas will continue to be one of the most explosive players in today's NFL, so don't be surprised if you see him achieving more success in the near future.
Julius Thomas is a former Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro tight end for the Denver Broncos. In 2015, he was traded to Jacksonville Jaguars where he played until 2017. After leaving the NFL, Julius worked as an analyst on ESPN's "Sunday NFL Countdown" and Fox Sports' "League Pass Live.
He has started several businesses including Kickstart Clothing Company with his brother Marcus Thomas and THOMAS footwear line with his father Ron Thomas.
45. Javonte Williams
Running back
Career
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2021)
- Second-team All-American (2020)
- Second-team All-ACC (2020)
Javonte Williams was a running back for the Denver Broncos in 2021. He averaged 5 yards per carry that season and scored four touchdowns on the ground.
In 2020, he had 1,744 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns on 389 carry for North Carolina. Williams is from Wallace, North Carolina, and played high school football at Wallace-Rose Hill with teammate Christian McCaffrey.
Javonte Williams was a highly touted recruit coming out of high school and quickly made an impact for the Clemson Tigers. He started all 14 games that he played in during his freshman season, totaling 158 rushing yards on 29 carries (4.1 avg) with one touchdown.
As a sophomore, Williams flourished under new head coach Dabo Swinney and was named second-team All-ACC after totaling 1,097 yards on 155 carries (5.8 avg) with 10 touchdowns despite missing two games due to injury.
In his junior year, Williams once again showed off his skills as one of the top running backs in college football by amassing 1,542 rushing yards on 266 carries (6.9 avg) with 16 touchdowns while also catching 43 passes for 367 yards and three more scores through the air.
46. T. J. Ward
Safety
Career
- Cleveland Browns (2010–2013)
- Denver Broncos (2014–2016)
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2017)
- Arizona Cardinals (2020)*
Ward began his NFL career with the Cleveland Browns in 2010. Ward was traded to the Denver Broncos in 2014 and played there until 2016.
Ward signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2017 but only played one season before retiring at the end of that year.
Ward is a veteran cornerback who has played for the Arizona Cardinals since 2012. Ward was named to the Pro Bowl in 2013 and 2014, and he also won a Super Bowl title with the Cardinals in 2017.
Ward is known for his toughness on defense, as he has led or been among the league leaders in total tackles (607), sacks (8.5), forced fumbles (10), fumble recoveries, and interceptions.
Ward will be an important part of any team's defensive scheme moving forward, as he possesses solid ball skills and excellent tackling ability.
47. Lyle Alzado
Defensive tackle
Career
- Super Bowl champion (XVIII)
- NFL Comeback Player of the Year (1982)
- 2× First-team All-Pro (1977, 1980)
- Second-team All-Pro (1978)
- 2× Pro Bowl (1977, 1978)
Lyle Alzado was a defensive end who played for the Denver Broncos, Cleveland Browns and Los Angeles Raiders during his career. Alzado was born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1949.
He died of a heart attack in May 1992 at the age of 43. Lyle Alzado had an impressive NFL career which saw him play for the Broncos (1971-1978), Browns (1979-1981) and Raiders (1982-1985).
After retiring from playing football, Lyle Alzado worked as a television commentator for several years before passing away from a heart attack in 1992 Alzado was a dominant defensive player in the NFL for many years, playing for the Raiders and Rams.
Alzado won two Super Bowls with the Raiders in 1988 and 1990. He also earned First-team All-Pro honors in 1977 and 1980. Alzado had 112 sacks over his career, which is fifth all time among players with at least 10 seasons played of professional football.
Alzado retired after the 2000 season having registered 20 fumble recoveries as well as three safeties during his illustrious career on defense.
Also Played For: oakland raiders
48. Mike Anderson
Running back
Career
- NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (2000)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2000)
- First-team All-Mountain West (1999)
Anderson was drafted in the 6th round of the 2000 NFL Draft by the Denver Broncos. Anderson played for the Broncos (2000–2005) and Baltimore Ravens (2006-2007).
He is best known for his time with the Ravens where he became a star running back, amassing over 2,000 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns in two seasons with Baltimore.
Anderson has also been involved in some memorable plays during his career; one being a 98-yard touchdown run against the Indianapolis Colts that helped secure a victory on Thanksgiving Day 2004.
After spending five years out of football, Anderson signed with the Carolina Panthers in 2013 and enjoyed another successful season there before retiring at age 38 after 12 years of playing professional football Anderson was drafted in the second round of the 2000 NFL Draft by the Atlanta Falcons.
He played college football at Utah State and was a two-time All-MWC selection. Anderson had an outstanding rookie season with the Falcons, rushing for 4,067 yards and 37 touchdowns on 242 carries.
After his rookie year, he signed with the Carolina Panthers but only played one game before being waived in 2001 due to injury.
Anderson then signed with Philadelphia Eagles but again sustained a season-ending injury before playing any games for them either too In 2002, he returned to play for Tampa Bay Buccaneers but retired from pro football after that season because of injuries.
Mike currently resides in Sandy Springs GA where he is working as a sports agent.
Also Played For: 2000 nfl season
49. DeShawn Williams
Defensive tackle
Career
- Cincinnati Bengals (2015–2017)
- Denver Broncos (2018)*
- Miami Dolphins (2018)*
- Indianapolis Colts (2018)*
- Denver Broncos (2019)*
- Calgary Stampeders (2020)*
- Denver Broncos (2020–present)
DeShawn Williams was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals in 2015 but did not play for them. He signed with the Denver Broncos in 2017 and has been a key player on their defensive line since then.
DeShawn Williams is well-known for his ferocious tackles, which have helped him rack up plenty of stats over the course of his career. DeShawn Williams will be entering his sixth year with the Denver Broncos in 2021, and there's no doubt he'll continue to produce at a high level.
Williams is a versatile defensive back who has the ability to play both in the nickel and dime packages. He was acquired by the Broncos as part of a trade with Miami this offseason and will likely compete for a spot on the roster next year.
Williams excelled at Georgia Tech, where he totaled 186 tackles, five interceptions, and two sacks during his four-year career.
With experience playing in an attacking 3-4 defense under former head coach Paul Johnson, Williams should be able to adapt quickly to Wade Phillips' system in Denver.
If he can make it onto the field regularly behind Casey Hayward and Aqib Talib, Williams could prove to be a valuable Depth Chart filler for years to come with potential upside if he develops into more than that.
50. Tim Tebow
Quarterback
Career
- 2× BCS national champion (2006, 2008)
- BCS National Championship Game MVP (2008)
- Heisman Trophy (2007)
- Manning Award (2008)
- 2× Maxwell Award (2007, 2008)
- Davey O'Brien Award (2007)[1]
- AP College Football Player of the Year (2007)[2]
- Sporting News Player of the Year (2007)
- Wuerffel Trophy (2008)
- 2× First-team All-American (2007, 2008)
- Second-team All-American (2009)
- 2× SEC Offensive Player of the Year (2008, 2009)
- 3× First-team All-SEC (2007–2009)
- William V. Campbell Trophy (2009)
- Florida Football Ring of Honor (2018)
Tim Tebow is a professional football player who has played for the Denver Broncos, New York Jets, and New England Patriots. Tim Tebow was born in 1987 in Makati, Philippines, and attended Nease High School in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida before enrolling in Florida to play college football.
After two seasons with the Broncos (2010-2011), he joined the Jets as an undrafted free agent in 2012 but only managed one game before being released by New York later that year.
He then signed with the Patriots and made his debut during the 2013 season after Tom Brady suffered an injury; however, he did not feature prominently on their Super Bowl-winning team that season.
In 2014, he was traded to Jacksonville Jaguars where he spent one year before returning to Foxborough for another stint with the Patriots during 2016-2017 as backup quarterback to Jimmy Garappolo; this time they won Super Bowl LI against Atlanta Falcons.
Following his retirement from playing professional football in 2017, Tim Tebow currently works together with ESPN as a commentator or analyst for various sporting events including American Football League (AFL) matches and Wimbledon Tennis competitions alongside Rece Davis & Maria Sharapova respectively.
Tim Tebow is a former quarterback for the Florida Gators who was drafted by the Denver Broncos in 2010. After being traded to the New York Jets, Tebow led his team to an AFC Championship Game appearance in 2012 before controversially losing to the Baltimore Ravens.
In 2013, he signed with the Philadelphia Eagles and helped lead them to their first Super Bowl victory in franchise history, making him one of only two players (the other being Joe Montana) ever to win a championship as both a starting quarterback and backup player.
Also Played For: college football, heisman trophy nfl
51. Noah Fant
Tight end
Career
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2019)
- First-team All-Big Ten (2018)
- Third-team All-Big Ten (2017)
Fant is a tight end for the Seattle Seahawks. He was drafted by them in 2019 and played with them during their Super Bowl run that year.
Fant has good size at 6'4" and weighs 249 pounds, which is quite impressive for a tight end. His skills as a receiver are also well-known, as he caught 54 passes in his rookie season with Denver Broncos.
Fant had an injury-plagued sophomore campaign with the Iowa Hawkeyes but bounced back to have another productive year in 2018, catching 47 balls for 511 yards and four touchdowns on offense while adding eight receptions for 131 yards and two scores on special teams play during his college career at Iowa.
Fant, a first-round pick of the Seahawks in 2020, had an impressive rookie season with 214 receptions for 2,331 yards and 14 touchdowns. Fant was named to the NFL All-Rookie Team after his breakout campaign.
The 21-year-old has already shown signs of being one of the best receivers in the league and looks set to continue making big plays at Seattle for years to come.
Also Played For: the university of iowa, iowa hawkeyes football
Final Words
The Denver Broncos are one of the most iconic teams in professional American football and their best players have played a major role in their success.
Some of the greatest Broncos players include quarterback John Elway, running back Terrell Davis, wide receiver Rod Smith, defensive end Robert Mathis and safety Brian Dawkins.
These superstars have collectively won multiple championships and awards throughout their careers and they will be remembered as legends of the game for many years to come.
