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 The Denver Broncos were established in 1960 as a charter member of the American Football League (AFL) before joining the NFL in the 1970 AFL-NFL merger.[([[https://historytimelines.co/timeline/denver-broncos-nfl|historytimelines]])]
+===== Team Colors =====
+The Broncos' current colors are orange, navy blue, and white. Orange has been a staple color for the team since 1962.[([[https://www.denverbroncos.com/news/sacco-sez-how-the-orange-and-blue-began|denverbroncos]])]
+===== Super Bowl Wins =====
+The Broncos have won three Super Bowls (XXXII, XXXIII, and 50).[([[https://www.sportskeeda.com/nfl/denver-broncos-super-bowl-wins|sportskeeda]])]
+===== First Super Bowl Appearance =====
+The Broncos' first Super Bowl appearance was in Super Bowl XII (1978), where they lost to the Dallas Cowboys.[([[https://www.facebook.com/NFLinthe1970s/posts/remembering-super-bowl-xiion-january-15-1978-the-upstart-denver-broncos-would-ma/1044013927515089/|facebook]])]
+===== The Mile High City =====
+The Broncos play in Denver, which is nicknamed the Mile High City because it is exactly one mile (5,280 feet) above sea level.[([[https://www.denver.org/articles/post/10-things-to-know-about-the-mile-high-city/|denver]])]
+===== Mile High Magic =====
+Broncos fans coined the term Mile High Magic to describe the team's dramatic comebacks and high-altitude home-field advantage.[([[https://www.milehighreport.com/2015/11/30/9820372/patriots-broncos-2015-mile-high-magic|milehighreport]])]
+===== Original Uniforms =====
+In their inaugural season, the Broncos wore notoriously ugly uniforms with brown and mustard-yellow colors and vertical striped socks.[([[https://www.dawgsbynature.com/2021/10/20/22725281/3-things-you-probably-didnt-know-about-the-broncos|dawgsbynature]])]
+===== Ring of Fame =====
+The Broncos have a Ring of Fame at their stadium to honor key players, coaches, and contributors to the team's history.[([[https://broncoswire.usatoday.com/lists/denver-broncos-every-player-in-ring-of-fame-in-2024/|broncoswire]])]
+===== John Elway =====
+Hall of Fame quarterback John Elway played his entire career (1983–1998) with the Broncos and led the team to five Super Bowl appearances, winning two.[([[https://www.britannica.com/biography/John-Elway|britannica]])]
+===== Peyton Manning =====
+Legendary QB Peyton Manning played for the Broncos from 2012 to 2015, leading the team to a Super Bowl victory in Super Bowl 50.[([[https://time.com/4211600/peyton-manning-von-miller-super-bowl-50/|time]])]
+===== The Drive =====
+One of the most iconic moments in NFL history, The Drive, occurred in 1987, when John Elway led a 98-yard touchdown drive in the AFC Championship Game against the Cleveland Browns.[([[https://newcountry991.com/throwback-thursday-broncos-vs-browns-the-drive/|newcountry991]])]
+===== The Fumble =====
+In the 1988 AFC Championship Game, the Broncos benefitted from The Fumble, a costly mistake by Cleveland Browns running back Earnest Byner near the goal line.[([[https://www.profootballnetwork.com/remembering-the-fumble-game-the-1987-browns-vs-broncos-afc-championship-game/|profootballnetwork]])]
+===== Mile High Stadium =====
+The Broncos played at the original Mile High Stadium from 1960 until 2000. The stadium was famous for its passionate fans and deafening noise.[([[https://m.facebook.com/NFLinthe1970s/photos/remembering-mile-high-stadiumthe-denver-broncos-of-the-old-american-football-lea/1086356199947528/|facebook]])]
+===== Empower Field =====
+Since 2001, the Broncos have played at Empower Field at Mile High, a modern stadium with a seating capacity of over 76,000.[([[https://www.empowerfieldatmilehigh.com/stadium/about-us|empowerfieldatmilehigh]])]
+===== Barrel Man =====
+Barrel Man, a superfan known for wearing only a barrel to games, was a fixture at Broncos games for over 30 years.[([[https://www.denver.org/blog/post/only-in-denver-barrel-man-broncos-no-1-superfan/|denver]])]
+===== Orange Crush Defense =====
+The Broncos' 1970s defense, led by players like Randy Gradishar and Tom Jackson, was nicknamed the Orange Crush for its dominance.[([[https://bleacherreport.com/articles/210287-denver-broncos-orange-crush-a-look-back|bleacherreport]])]
+===== Shannon Sharpe =====
+Hall of Fame tight end Shannon Sharpe played 12 seasons with the Broncos and won two Super Bowls with the team.[([[https://www.nfl.com/100/originals/100-greatest/characters-51|nfl]])]
+===== First Winning Season =====
+The Broncos had their first winning season in 1973, 13 years after the team's inception.[([[https://www.denverbroncos.com/news/sacco-sez-how-the-broncos-drafts-in-the-1970s-built-a-foundation-for-greatness|denverbroncos]])]
+===== Draft Disaster =====
+The Broncos once drafted QB Tommy Maddox in the first round of the 1992 NFL Draft, despite having John Elway as their starter.[([[https://www.reddit.com/r/nfl/comments/7o3zp8/why_did_the_broncos_draft_qb_tommy_maddox_in_the/|reddit]])]
+===== First AFL Game =====
+The Broncos won the first-ever AFL game in 1960, defeating the Boston Patriots 13-10.[([[https://medium.com/sportsraid/former-bartender-gino-cappelletti-scored-the-first-points-in-afl-history-f064f1a6d43f|medium]])]
+===== Retired Numbers =====
+The Broncos have retired only three jersey numbers: #7 (John Elway), #18 (Frank Tripucka/Peyton Manning), and #44 (Floyd Little).[([[https://www.milehighreport.com/2024/2/17/24075528/which-jersey-number-should-broncos-retire|milehighreport]])]
+===== Longest Field Goal =====
+Broncos kicker Matt Prater set an NFL record with a 64-yard field goal in 2013 against the Tennessee Titans.[([[https://www.latimes.com/sports/la-xpm-2013-dec-08-la-sp-sn-matt-prater-denver-broncos-64-20131208-story.html|latimes]])]
+===== Terrell Davis =====
+Running back Terrell Davis rushed for over 2,000 yards in 1998 and was instrumental in the Broncos' back-to-back Super Bowl victories.[([[https://broncoswire.usatoday.com/2019/07/04/great-moments-in-broncos-history-terrell-davis-surpasses-2000-yards-rushing/|broncoswire]])]
+===== Von Miller =====
+Linebacker Von Miller was the MVP of Super Bowl 50, leading the Broncos' defense in a dominant win over the Carolina Panthers.[([[https://nesn.com/2016/02/super-bowl-50-live-broncos-must-get-out-to-hot-start-to-beat-panthers/|nesn]])]
+===== Super Bowl Losses =====
+The Broncos have lost five Super Bowls, more than any other NFL team.[([[https://www.statmuse.com/nfl/ask/which-team-has-lost-the-most-super-bowls|statmuse]])]
+===== First Playoff Win =====
+The Broncos' first playoff victory came in 1977, when they defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers.[([[https://fs64sports.blogspot.com/2015/12/1977-broncos-defeat-steelers-in-afc.html|fs64sports]])]
+===== Championship Tradition =====
+The Broncos have won the AFC Championship eight times.[([[https://www.britannica.com/topic/Denver-Broncos|britannica]])]
+===== Fan Loyalty =====
+The Broncos have sold out every home game since 1970, one of the longest sellout streaks in NFL history.[([[https://sports.yahoo.com/broncos-home-sellout-streak-leads-100053531.html|yahoo]])]
+===== Steve Atwater =====
+Hard-hitting safety Steve Atwater was a key defensive player for the Broncos in the 1990s and is a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame.[([[https://www.denverpost.com/2021/08/07/steve-atwater-enshrined-pro-football-hall-of-fame/|denverpost]])]
+===== Back-to-Back Champions =====
+The Broncos are one of the few NFL teams to win back-to-back Super Bowls (1997 and 1998 seasons).[([[https://www.givemesport.com/back-to-back-super-bowl-winners/|givemesport]])]
+===== No Mascot Curse =====
+The Broncos have had multiple mascots, including a live horse named Thunder, which runs the field after touchdowns.[([[https://www.denverbroncos.com/fans/mascots/thunder|denverbroncos]])]
+===== AFL Champions =====
+Before the AFL-NFL merger, the Broncos never won an AFL championship, but they are one of the league's most successful post-merger teams.[([[https://templepress.wordpress.com/2016/05/04/reflections-on-the-afl-and-its-merger-with-the-nfl/|templepress]])]
+===== Biggest Rivalries =====
+The Broncos' biggest rivals are the Kansas City Chiefs, Las Vegas Raiders, and Los Angeles Chargers.[([[https://blog.ticketmaster.com/los-angeles-chargers-vs-kansas-city-chiefs-series/|ticketmaster]])]
+===== Tim Tebow Era =====
+In 2011, quarterback Tim Tebow led the Broncos to a dramatic playoff win over the Pittsburgh Steelers with an 80-yard touchdown pass in overtime.[([[https://www.jacksonville.com/story/sports/nfl/2012/01/09/tim-tebows-80-yard-td-pass-ot-gives-broncos-playoff-upset-vs/15879329007/|jacksonville]])]
+===== Hall of Fame Representation =====
+The Broncos have 10 players in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.[([[https://broncoswire.usatoday.com/2024/08/03/how-many-denver-broncos-are-in-the-hall-of-fame-now-2024/|broncoswire]])]
+===== 50th Anniversary =====
+In 2009, the Broncos celebrated their 50th season, paying tribute to their history with throwback uniforms.[([[https://www.denverpost.com/2009/10/09/even-if-they-win-the-broncos-figure-to-look-bad-in-their-throwback-uniforms-sunday/|denverpost]])]
+===== Ownership =====
+The team was owned by Pat Bowlen from 1984 to 2019. Bowlen is credited with transforming the Broncos into a consistent winner.[([[https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/432712/2019/06/14/denver-broncos-owner-pat-bowlen-dies/|nytimes]])]
+===== Draft Success =====
+The Broncos selected Floyd Little in the first round of the 1967 draft, and he became the team’s first true superstar.[([[https://www.milehighreport.com/2010/8/7/1611260/the-francise-an-appreciation-of|milehighreport]])]
+===== Sammy Winder Dance =====
+Running back Sammy Winder popularized the "Mississippi Mud Walk" touchdown celebration in the 1980s.[([[https://gridironheroics.com/the-history-of-controversial-touchdown-celebrations/|gridironheroics]])]
+===== Longest Winning Streak =====
+The Broncos' longest winning streak in a single season is 13 games, achieved in 1998.[([[https://www.reddit.com/r/nfl/comments/byldaw/in_1998_the_130_broncos_were_upset_by_the_58_new/|reddit]])]
+===== Record Comeback =====
+In 2012, the Broncos overcame a 24-point deficit to beat the San Diego Chargers, one of the greatest comebacks in team history.[([[https://www.denverpost.com/2012/10/15/denver-broncos-erase-24-point-deficit-to-drop-san-diego-chargers-35-24/|denverpost]])]
+===== Most Points in a Season =====
+The Broncos scored an NFL-record 606 points in 2013, led by Peyton Manning's 55 touchdown passes.[([[https://www.nfl.com/100/originals/100-greatest/teams-86|nfl]])]
+===== First Coach =====
+The team's first head coach was Frank Filchock, who led the team for two seasons.[([[https://historytimelines.co/timeline/denver-broncos-nfl|historytimelines]])]
+===== Punt Return Record =====
+In 2012, Trindon Holliday became the first player to return a punt and a kickoff for touchdowns in the same playoff game.[([[https://www.si.com/nfl/2013/01/13/trindon-holliday|si]])]
+===== 2024 Outlook =====
+Under head coach Sean Payton, the Broncos aim to return to playoff contention after several rebuilding years.[([[https://sports.yahoo.com/sean-payton-could-playoffs-1st-173157347.html|yahoo]])]

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