John Leyba, The Denver PostTerrell Davis against the Seahawks in 1995.
Denver Post fileDenver Broncos Terrell Davis looks for a block in the 2nd quarter at the new Mile High stadium in 2001.
Hyoung Chang, The Denver PostSuper Bowl MVP Terrell Davis holds the Vince Lombardi trophy at Civic Center on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 1998 in Denver.
Cyrus McCrimmon, The Denver PostDenver Broncos running back Terrell Davis around the pool table in the basement of his neo-classical style home that is up for sell for $2.85 million. The home in the Chenango neighborhood near Arapahoe Road and Parker Road features stunning views of the front range. It offer 5 bedrooms and 9 baths on a 1.8 acre lot.
Cyrus McCrimmon, The Denver PostDenver Broncos running back Terrell Davis on the deck off of his bedroom of his neo-classical style home that is up for sell for $2.85 million. The home in the Chenango neighborhood near Arapahoe Road and Parker Road features stunning views of the front range. It offer 5 bedrooms and 9 baths on a 1.8 acre lot.
Karl Gehring, The Denver PostDenver Broncos Terrell Davis runs for a big gain against the Miami Dolphins during the second quarter of their AFC playoff game at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Jan. 9, 1999.
John Leyba, The Denver PostDenver Broncos Terrell Davis makes a nice gain as Ray Buchanan covers for the Atalanta Falcons during the first quarter of Super Bowl XXXIII at Pro Player Stadium, Jan. 31, 1999.
Cyrus McCrimmon, The Denver PostDenver Broncos running back Terrell Davis stretches out during the warmups before practice at the Broncos training complex at Dove Valley.
Hyoung Chang, The Denver PostDenver Broncos Terrell Davis controls the ball against Oakland Raiders defense in the 1st quarter at Denver on Sunday, Jan. 2, 2002. (Photo by Hyoung Chang/The Denver Post)
Hyoung Chang, The Denver PostBroncos Terrell Davis holds up the Vince Lombardi trophy on the stage of Super Bowl Champion rally at Civic Center on Monday.
Karl Gehring, The Denver PosDenver running back Terrell Davis hosted his own charity golf tournament Monday at Lone Tree Golf Club. Davis was joined by more than 30 Broncos coaches and teammates. Money raised goes to the Terrell Davis Salutes the Kids Foundation.
Craig Walker, The Denver PostTerrell Davis runs for a few yards in the third quarter against the Miami Dolphins Monday night at Mile High Stadium.
Craig Walker, The Denver PostBroncos RB Terrell Davis talks with the media after opening day of the teams minicamp at the Dove Valley Training facility.
John Leyba, The Denver PostDenver Broncos RB Terrell Davis takes the hand off and gains a few yards during his return to the lineup against the Chiefs.
Hyoung Chang, The Denver PostDenver Broncos runningback Terrell Davis (#30) at practice at Dove Valley on Thursday.
Hyoung Chang, The Denver PostDenver Broncos Terrell Davis looks back at Seahawks defender #25 Reggie Tongue as he sprints for 57 yards on a hand off by Gus Frerotte in the third quarter.
Craig F. Walker, The Denver PostTerrell Davis signals to the crowd during the 1st half, his last in a Bronco uniform at Invesco Field at Mile High on Monday night August 19th in Denver, CO.
John Leyba, The Denver PostSuper Bowl XXXII MVP Terrell Davis hoists the 1998 Lombardi Trophy during a ceremony honoring the Broncos' three Super Bowl titles on Thursday, Sept. 8, 2016 at Mile High in Denver.
Glen Martin, Denver Post file photoThe Denver Broncos get there Super Bowl rings at Dove Valley Media , Denver Broncos training camp. photo is of Terrell Davis with his Super Bowl Ring
John Leyba, The Denver PostFormer Denver Bronco Terrell Davis prior to his induction into the ring of fame during half time of the game vs. the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday September 23rd at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver, CO.
Hyoung Chang, The Denver PostFormer Denver Bronco Terrell Davis during half time after being inducted into the ring of fame on Sunday September 23rd at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver, CO.
John Leyba, The Denver PostFormer Denver Broncos great Terrell Davis signs autographs before the Broncos game against the Oakland Raiders on Sept. 12, 2011 at Sports Authority Field at Mile High.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostBroncos great Terrell Davis speaks to the media about Pat Bowlen after his bust unveiling ceremony. Denver Broncos owner Pat Bowlen will be inducted into the team's Ring of Fame against the Packers on Sunday, November 2, 2015. His bust was unveiled on Friday, October 30, 2015.
John Leyba, The Denver PostTerrell Davis walks onto the field as he is introduced as a prior Super Bowl MVP before the game. Denver Broncos played the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif. on February 7, 2016.
Daniel Petty, The Denver PostFormer Denver Broncos running back Terrell Davis speaks to the Press Box on January 30, 2014, in New York, New York. (Photo by Daniel Petty/The Denver Post)
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In Denver, where Terrell Davis started and ended his career, he’s revered for the rare accolades and gaudy figures — the 2,008 yards rushing in 1998, the pair of Super Bowl titles and Super Bowl XXXII MVP award, the three Pro Bowl selections and the three all-pro honors, and an NFL MVP award, among many others.
Davis, a sixth-round pick (No. 196 overall) in 1995, retired before the start of the 2002 season at only 29 years old. His farewell and final moments in his No. 30 Broncos jersey were for a preseason game against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High. He was placed on injured reserve the following day, closing the curtain on a thrilling but short career.
