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USA Today
6 days ago
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- USA Today
Mother of Demaryius Thomas reacts to DT's Ring of Fame honor
Mother of Demaryius Thomas reacts to DT's Ring of Fame honor After her son was elected to the Denver Broncos Ring of Fame on Tuesday, Katina Smith released the following statement on Demaryius Thomas through the team's official website: For Demaryius and our family, this is a dream come true. Like I told Mr. Greg Penner, one of the things D.T. always said was he didn't want to be forgotten when he was finished with the game. It wasn't just about football for him but how he wanted to be remembered as a person. This will make Demaryius' dream come true to be part of the prestigious Denver Broncos Ring of Fame. It's definitely going to be emotional and I am honored to represent him. I know D.T. is smiling in heaven with this exciting news that came out today. Thomas will be officially inducted into the team's Ring of Fame at halftime of a Week 7 game against the New York Giants this fall. The late, great wide receiver totaled 9,763 receiving yards and scored 63 touchdowns during a 10-year career in the NFL that was highlighted by a Super Bowl 50 victory with the Broncos in 2015. Related: These 25 celebrities are Broncos fans.
USA Today
6 days ago
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- 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
6 days ago
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- 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
Twitter reacts to Demaryius Thomas reaching Broncos Ring of Fame
The late, great Demaryius Thomas has been elected to the Denver Broncos' Ring of Fame in his first year of eligibility. Here's a sampling of how fans and pundits reacted to the news on Twitter/X. The Broncos will honor "DT" and the Super Bowl 50 team when they host the New York Giants in Week 7. That game at Empower Field at Mile High is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 19. Advertisement Related: These 25 celebrities are Broncos fans. This article originally appeared on Broncos Wire: Broncos: Twitter reacts to Demaryius Thomas reaching Ring of Fame
Hindustan Times
27-05-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Who was Demaryius Thomas, the late WR, being inducted into the Denver Broncos' Ring of Fame?
Demaryius Thomas will be inducted into the Denver Broncos' Ring of Fame during the 2025 season, the NFL outfit announced on Tuesday. Thomas was known for his signature smile, which is considered a big part of his legacy with the Broncos, along with his long list of big plays for the team. Demaryius Thomas was the only former player or coach selected for the Ring of Fame induction on Tuesday. The team's Ring of Fame committee, headed by owners Rob Walton and Greg and Carrie Penner, made the decision. The late wide receiver will be formally inducted during the team's alumni weekend in October. A ceremony will be held at halftime of the October 19 game against the New York Giants. Considered one of the most explosive wide receivers in the NFL, Demaryius Thomas was born in Georgia's Montrose on December 25, 1987. His mother and grandmother were arrested during a raid at their house when he was a child. Both were later given jail sentences of 20 years and life, respectively, for crack cocaine distribution. Demaryius Thomas grew up a shy and introverted kid with his aunt and uncle after his mother was sent to prison. He attended West Laurens High School in Dexter, Georgia, where he was a three-sport star in basketball, football, and track. Later, Thomas joined the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets as a wide receiver and played out a stellar collegiate career. While football was his focus in college, Thomas got a degree in management. The Broncos selected Thomas as the first of two first-round picks in the 2010 NFL draft. The other pick was used for quarterback Tim Tebow. Thomas spent nine seasons with the Broncos and was a five-time Pro Bowl selection. Demaryius Thomas finished his career as the team's second-leading receiver (9,055 yards), behind only Rod Smith. He is third in franchise history in catches (655) behind Smith and Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe. He played in 10 seasons overall in his NFL career, with his final season being in 2019 with the New York Jets. Demaryius Thomas finished his career in the NFL with 724 catches for 9,763 yards to go with 63 touchdowns. President Barack Obama commuted his mother's prison sentence on July 13, 2015, and she was released at midnight on November 11, 2015. She saw her son play football for the first time on January 17, 2016. President Obama also commuted the sentence of Thomas' grandmother on August 2, 2016. Thomas died on December 9, 2021, just days before his 34th birthday. The Fulton County Medical Examiner's Office in Georgia ruled the death as "complications of a seizure disorder.'
