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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Broncos will honor Demaryius Thomas and Super Bowl 50 team vs. Giants
After the late, great Demaryius Thomas was elected to the Denver Broncos' Ring of Fame on Tuesday, the team plans to honor DT -- and the entire Super Bowl 50 team -- this fall. This season marks the 10th anniversary of the club's 2015 campaign that ended with a 24-10 victory over the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50. Members of that squad will return to Empower Field at Mile High to be honored in Week 7 when the Broncos host the New York Giants on Sunday, Oct. 19. Advertisement Denver will hold its annual Alumni Weekend around that Giants game, and Thomas will be officially inducted into the Ring of Fame at halftime of the AFC vs. NFC showdown. Thomas ranks No. 2 on the team's all-time receiving list for yards (9,055) and touchdowns (60), only trailing Rod Smith (11,389; 68). Thomas, who died of a seizure at age 33 in 2021, was a five-time Pro Bowler, two-time All-Pro and Super Bowl champion. DT was one of the best players in franchise history, and he will now be immortalized among the team's all-time greats. Related: These 25 celebrities are Broncos fans. This article originally appeared on Broncos Wire: Denver Broncos: DT and Super Bowl 50 team will be honored in Week 7
Washington Post
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Washington Post
Von Miller hopes to continue his NFL career but doubts that'll be with his beloved Broncos in 2025
COMMERCE CITY, Colo. — Von Miller has conflicted feelings about the Denver Broncos honoring their Super Bowl 50 team during alumni weekend in October. That Week 7 game with the New York Giants is when the late Demaryius Thomas will be inducted into the team's ring of fame during halftime ceremonies.
USA Today
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Greg and Carrie Penner comment on Demaryius Thomas' Ring of Fame nod
Greg and Carrie Penner comment on Demaryius Thomas' Ring of Fame nod Former Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas was elected to the team's Ring of Fame on Tuesday. The late, great receiver will be officially inducted into the Ring of Fame at halftime of Denver's game against the New York Giants in Week 7 this fall. Broncos owners Greg Penner and Carrie Walton-Penner released the following statement after the news of DT's election: 'Demaryius Thomas' election to the Denver Broncos Ring of Fame — in his first year of eligibility — is a testament to the indelible mark he left on our organization and community. "One of the most beloved players and greatest wide receivers in franchise history, Demaryius inspired our fans with breathtaking athleticism, record-setting performances and a joyful, infectious spirit. While we wish 'D.T.' was with us to celebrate this special moment, we look forward to honoring Demaryius alongside his Super Bowl 50 teammates during an unforgettable Alumni Weekend.' A two-time All-Pro, five-time Pro Bowler and a Super Bowl 50 champion, Thomas was one of the greatest players in franchise history, and he will be added to the team's plaza of all-time greats on Oct. 19. Related: These 25 celebrities are Broncos fans.
USA Today
28-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Broncos will honor Demaryius Thomas and Super Bowl 50 team vs. Giants
Broncos will honor Demaryius Thomas and Super Bowl 50 team vs. Giants After the late, great Demaryius Thomas was elected to the Denver Broncos' Ring of Fame on Tuesday, the team plans to honor DT -- and the entire Super Bowl 50 team -- this fall. This season marks the 10th anniversary of the club's 2015 campaign that ended with a 24-10 victory over the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50. Members of that squad will return to Empower Field at Mile High to be honored in Week 7 when the Broncos host the New York Giants on Sunday, Oct. 19. Denver will hold its annual Alumni Weekend around that Giants game, and Thomas will be officially inducted into the Ring of Fame at halftime of the AFC vs. NFC showdown. Thomas ranks No. 2 on the team's all-time receiving list for yards (9,055) and touchdowns (60), only trailing Rod Smith (11,389; 68). Thomas, who died of a seizure at age 33 in 2021, was a five-time Pro Bowler, two-time All-Pro and Super Bowl champion. DT was one of the best players in franchise history, and he will now be immortalized among the team's all-time greats. Related: These 25 celebrities are Broncos fans.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
GA native Demaryius Thomas will be posthumously inducted in Broncos Ring of Fame
The Denver Broncos announced Tuesday that the late Demaryius Thomas will be inducted posthumously in their Ring of Fame this season. Thomas, who grew up in Georgia and was drafted out of Georgia Tech, died at his Roswell home in December 2021. Advertisement [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] The Broncos will honor Thomas during halftime of their Week 7 game against the New York Giants on Oct. 19. 'One of the most beloved players and greatest wide receivers in franchise history, Demaryius inspired our fans with breathtaking athleticism, record-setting performances and a joyful, infectious spirit. While we wish 'D.T.' was with us to celebrate this special moment, we look forward to honoring Demaryius alongside his Super Bowl 50 teammates during an unforgettable Alumni Weekend,' owners Greg Penner and Carrie Walton Penner said in a statement. TRENDING STORIES: Advertisement Thomas grew up in Laurens County, where he played high school football at West Laurens High School. He later signed to play college football at Georgia Tech, where he is remembered as one of the best players in program history. The Broncos drafted the wide receiver with the No. 22 overall pick in the 2010 NFL Draft. He spent eight seasons in Denver, including Super Bowl L championship team. Thomas finished his career with the Houston Texas, New England Patriots and New York Jets before he announced his retirement in the summer of 2021. He died less than six months later from a seizure disorder complication, according to the Fulton County medical examiner. Advertisement Thomas' parents later confirmed that he also suffered from Stage 2 CTE at time of his death. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
