On August 5, 2017, former running back Terrell Davis became the fifth Bronco to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
In one of the shortest NFL careers by a player inducted into the Hall of Fame, Terrell Davis officially became the fifth Denver Bronco to don the prestigious gold jacket in the 2017 ceremony in Canton, Ohio, on August 5. Davis stood amongst greats like Kurt Warner and LaDainian Tomlinson. View the entire Class of 2017 here. Surrounded by his family, former teammates, and coaches, Davis delivered a moving speech about his life's journey and how it had an impact on his career.I loved the physicality of the game, but I had also convinced myself that playing football provided me a way to gain my dad's approval by proving I was tough. That's what drove me. I loved the game, and gaining my dad's approval."He went on to say that his dad never saw him play in the NFL and questions if he gained his respect. "Dad, I hope you're looking down, smiling, and uttering the words: 'Son, I'm proud of you,'" Davis said. You can view the entirety of Davis' speech here. [caption id="attachment_20841" align="aligncenter" width="1024"]
Davis (center) and remainder of the Broncos in the Hall of Fame.[/caption]
Drafted in 1995 by the Broncos in the sixth round of the NFL Draft, Davis went on to become a two-time Super Bowl champion, the 1998 MVP, and only one of seven players with a 2,000-yard rushing season. His career ended in 2001 when he suffered from chronic knee problems.
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