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Denver Broncos History

The Denver Broncos have an interesting story to tell. It began as a chartered member of the American Football League in 1960 and spent the first 17 years of his existence trying to figure out how to win games. Once they finally did, the Broncos became one of the winningest franchises in the NFL. These are your Broncos History stories as told by Broncos fans.

Horse Tracks: D.J. Williams was an underrated linebacker for the Denver Broncos

A new season is on the horizon, but for today, I’d like to talk about an underrated Bronco in team history linebacker—D.J. Williams.

Horse Tracks: Broncos ‘Uncommon’ slogan recalls history

I do not choose to be a common man; it is my right to be uncommon if I can.

Latest ‘Ted Lasso’ recalls glory days of Broncos’ history in poignant story

It’s just a beautiful episode.

Horse Tracks: Drafting John Elway elevated the Denver Broncos in every way

Looking back at the move that 40 years ago changed our franchise forever

Broncos celebrate 25th anniversary of first Super Bowl win with “Revenge Tour” documentary

"Super Bowl XXXII: Revenge Tour" will air on 9 News and the Broncos’ official YouTube channel

Broncos are celebrating Super Bowl XXXII, 25 Years Later

The Broncos will celebrate the 25th "anniversary" of their first Super Bowl victory this Sunday against a team in green. Just not the one you’d hope for.

History shows early stumble shouldn’t spell doom for new-era Broncos

Despite Week 1 struggles, recent NFL history gives reason to keep the faith in the Denver Broncos heading into Week 2.

The wait is nearly over: Fun returns to Broncos Country in 2022

The Hackett/Wilson era has fans rightfully excited for the future.

It’s time to make the Marlin Briscoe movie, The Magician

Marlin Briscoe, dead at 76.

Broncos’ luckiest and unluckiest plays in team history

What were the luckiest and unluckiest play in Denver Broncos history? We break them down here.

Von Miller sets Super Bowl career sack record

Von Miller tied Charles Haley for most sacks in Super Bowl history with 4.5 in his career.

What was the Broncos most impressive Super Bowl victory?

The Denver Broncos have won three titles, but which of those wins was the most impressive? Sign up to participate in our next survey.

Where does Demaryius Thomas rank on the Broncos’ all-time wide receiver list?

He may not top Rod Smith, but he tops everyone else you could put up for debate. Demaryius Thomas should end up in Broncos’ Ring of Fame.

An exception for the Broncos Ring of Fame?

Rules are rules, but who deserves to have them bent a bit?

Remembering the Denver Broncos 2015 season: The road to the Super Bowl was bumpy - but awesome

In the end, Broncos Country wouldn’t have wanted it any other way.

Peyton F-ing Manning.

Peyton Manning has exemplified a love for the game his entire life. Tonight the game will show its love to him.

No Fly Zone. Best secondary in NFL history

Period.

Remembering the 2015 Denver Broncos season: A benched Manning saves the day

Peyton Manning’s comeback drama in Week 17 against the Chargers doesn’t happen without the tragedy of Week 10 against the Chiefs.

Remembering the 2015 Denver Broncos Season: Week 12

One of the greatest games in one of the greatest seasons in Denver Broncos history. Week 12 against the hated New England Patriots.

Remembering the 2015 Denver Broncos season: Week 8

The Denver Broncos were not considered the better team when they hosted the Green Bay Packers in Week 8 of 2015, but they came away from that game still unbeaten.

Remembering the 2015 Denver Broncos season: Week 2

The last time the Denver Broncos beat the Kansas City Chiefs was also one of the greatest games from Denver’s 2015 season.

Looking Back Broncos: The Denver Broncos first ever Monday Night Football game 1973

You never forget your first.

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Kendall Hinton's wristband on display at Hall of Fame

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Denver Broncos wide receiver turned emergency quarterback, Kendall Hinton, has his game-worn wristband now on display at the Pro Football Hall of Fame. It is being displayed alongside running back Tom Matte's 1965 wristband who was the last non-quarterback to start in an NFL game

What is the best offense in Broncos’ history?

Lest we forget, a couple of GOATs wore orange and blue. Which team fielded the best offense in Denver Broncos history?

Broncos did something on Sunday it had only done two other times in team history

The Denver Broncos joined a select list of comeback games in team history with their win over the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 8.

Haynes and Gilchrist: The Broncos’ first great running back duo

The tradition of great running backs in Denver had to start somewhere.

Who were the Broncos’ three amigos?

If you were alive and out of diapers during the late 1980s and early 1990s, then you probably remember Mark Jackson, Vance Johnson, and Ricky Nattiel.

What was the Orange Crush defense?

The Denver Broncos first playoff berth came in 1977 and was spearheaded by the Orange Crush defense. Let’s take a trip down memory lane.

Randy Gradishar: a linebacker’s linebacker

One of the linchpins of the Orange Crush defense, linebacker Randy Gradishar, a monster tackling machine, was the soul of the legendary unit.

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Mic'd Up- Mike Shanahan & John Elway

This was a fun watch as it is so cool listening to these two talk on the sidelines. Nowadays this is common to see, but we never used to get this insight back in the old days. Enjoy...

Greatest Broncos games of the 2010s: Patriots at Broncos, 11/29/2015

The Denver Broncos pulled together a statement win in Week 12 of the 2015 season with a comeback against the undefeated New England Patriots on national television.

Greatest Broncos games of the 2010s: Packers at Broncos, 11/1/2015

In a game that honored Denver Broncos owner Pat Bowlen, the home team would smother a fellow unbeaten under the national spotlight.

Greatest Broncos games of the 2010s: Broncos at Chiefs, 9/17/2015

Remember that time the Kansas City Chiefs never trailed at home to the Denver Broncos until the final 35 seconds when they choked up two touchdowns in the span of nine seconds.

Greatest Broncos games of the 2010s: Dolphins at Broncos, 11/23/2014

C.J. Anderson had his first career 100 yard game in Week 12 of the 2014 season as he spearheaded a comeback for the Denver Broncos at home against the Miami Dolphins.

Greatest Broncos games of the 2010s: 49ers at Broncos, 10/19/2014

Peyton Manning is one of the greatest quarterback of all-time and those types of players tend to break records. One of the biggest came in Week 7 of 2014.

Greatest Broncos games of the 2010s: Colts at Broncos, 9/7/2014

The Denver Broncos started our 2014 with a home win over the Indianapolis Colts led by a big performance from Julius Thomas.

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