AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDemaryius Thomas (88) of the Denver Broncos on the sidelines during the first quarter against the Seattle Seahawks. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostDenver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) takes the field before playing the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium October 28, 2018.
Reza A. Marvashti, The Denver PostThe Denver Broncos' two first-round selections in the 2010 NFL Draft, wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (22nd overall, Georgia Tech) and quarterback Tim Tebow (25th overall, Florida) were introduced to the media Thursday April 14, 2010 at Dove Valley.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostThe Denver Broncos' two first-round selections in the 2010 NFL Draft, wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (22nd overall, Georgia Tech) and quarterback Tim Tebow (25th overall, Florida) were intorduced to the media Thursday April 14, 2010 at Dove Valley.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostThe Denver Broncos' two first-round selections in the 2010 NFL draft, wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (22nd overall, Georgia Tech) and quarterback Tim Tebow (25th overall, Florida) were introduced to the media Thursday April 14, 2010 at Dove Valley.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostThe Denver Broncos Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) leaves the field after their win vs. the Seattle Seahawks at Invesco Field at Mile High Stadium, Sunday 9,19,2010.
John Leyba, The Denver PostDenver Broncos Demaryius Thomas (88) catches a pass during practice August 1, 2010 at Dove Valley.
Helen Richardson, The Denver PostDenver Broncos' wide receiver Demaryius Thomas runs with the ball during the second quarter of play Sunday September 19, 2010 at Invesco Field at Mile High.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDenver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas runs for 80 yds for a touchdown to win the first ever non sudden death overtime game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the first round of the AFC playoffs Sunday January 8, 2012 at Sports Authority Field at Mile High.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostDenver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) runs to the end zone on the first play of overtime, he scored a touchdown and the Broncos won the game 29-23. Denver Broncos head coach John Fox is in the background watching him run. Denver Broncos vs Pittsburgh Steelers AFC Playoff game. Sunday Jan. 08, 2012 at Sports Authority Field at Mile High.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostWide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) and quarterback Peyton Manning (18) of the Denver Broncos celebrate a 65 yard touchdown pass to break the season yardage record against the Oakland Raiders at O.co Coliseum December 29, 2013 Oakland, Calif.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDenver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) makes a catch in the third quarter. The Denver Broncos take on the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver on Jan. 19, 2014.
Kathryn Scott Osler, The Denver PostDenver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas talks Friday, July 17, 2015 at Dove Valley about his $70 million contract he has signed with the team.
John Leyba, The Denver PostBroncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas, right, and wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders, left, make angels in the confetti after the Broncos defeated the New England Patriots 20-18 to win the AFC championship at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Jan. 24, 2016, in Denver.
Helen H. Richardson, The Denver PostWide receivers Demaryius Thomas, #88, Emmanuel Sanders, #10, left, and Patrick Bowlen III, Broncos owner Pat Bowlen's son, stand atop a Denver Fire Department engine as they ride up 17th Street during the Denver Broncos Super Bowl 50 victory parade on Feb. 9, 2016 in Denver.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDemaryius Thomas (88) of the Denver Broncos leaves the field with his mom, Katina Smith, and dad, Bobby Thomas, after the game. The Denver Broncos played the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif. on Feb. 7, 2016.
John Leyba, The Denver PostDenver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) on the bench late in the fourth quarter against the San Diego Chargers at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego on October 13, 2016.
John Leyba, The Denver PostDenver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) straight arms New York Jets inside linebacker Demario Davis (56) after a catch during the first quarter on Dec. 10, 2017 in Denver, Colorado at Sports Authority Field at Mile High Stadium.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDemaryius Thomas (88) of the Denver Broncos spikes the ball after making a touchdown catch against the New England Patriots during the third quarter on Sunday, Nov. 12, 2017. The Denver Broncos hosted the New England Patriots.
John Leyba, The Denver PostDemaryius Thomas greets fans in Buffalo before the Broncos' Week 3 game against the Bills, Nov. 9, 2017.
John Leyba, The Denver PostDemaryius Thomas (88) of the Denver Broncos points after a reception in the second quarter of the game against the Dallas Cowboys. The Denver Broncos hosted the Dallas Cowboys at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017.
John Leyba, The Denver PostDenver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) is tackled by Kansas City Chiefs strong safety Daniel Sorensen (49) after a catch during the first quarter on Oct. 30, 2017 in Kansas City, MO at Arrowhead Stadium.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDenver Broncos wide receivers Demaryius Thomas (88) stands with fellow receivers during training camp on Friday, Aug. 3, 2018.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostDemaryius Thomas takes the field as the Denver Broncos take on the Minnesota Vikings during the first preseason at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver on Aug. 11, 2018.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostDemaryius Thomas (88) of the Denver Broncos warms up before kickoff against the Oakland Raiders. The Denver Broncos hosted the Oakland Raiders at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 16, 2018.
Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostDemaryius Thomas (88) of the Denver Broncos before the game against the Kansas City Chiefs. The Denver Broncos hosted the Kansas City Chiefs at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Monday, Oct. 1, 2018.
AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver PostDemaryius Thomas (88) of the Denver Broncos reaches for a pass that is out of his reach during the fourth quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs. The Kansas City Chiefs won 27-23. The Denver Broncos hosted the Kansas City Chiefs at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Monday, Oct. 1, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostDemaryius Thomas (88) of the Denver Broncos is unable to haul in a catch during the second quarter against the Los Angeles Rams. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Rams at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostEmmanuel Sanders (10) celebrates a touchdown with Demaryius Thomas (88) of the Denver Broncos during the third quarter against the Los Angeles Rams. The Denver Broncos hosted the Los Angeles Rams at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostDemaryius Thomas #88 of the Denver Broncos, celebrates a touchdown as the Broncos play the Los Angeles Rams, at Broncos Stadium at Mile High, on October 14, 2018 in Denver, Colorado. Broncos lost 23-20 to the Rams.
Eric Lutzens, The Denver PostDemaryius Thomas (88) of the Denver Broncos is introduced to the game against the Kansas City Chiefs. The Denver Broncos hosted the Kansas City Chiefs at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Monday, Oct. 1, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostKansas City Chiefs cornerback Kendall Fuller (23) intercepts a pass intended for Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) in the fourth quarter at Arrowhead Stadium Oct. 28, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostDenver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) dropped a pass in the first quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium Oct. 28, 2018.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostDenver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) during pregame before playing the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium Oct. 28, 2018.
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Demaryius Thomas (88) of the Denver Broncos on the sidelines during the first quarter against the Seattle Seahawks. The Denver Broncos hosted the Seattle Seahawks at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.
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Demaryius Thomas’ nine-year career with the Broncos ended Tuesday when the wide receiver was traded to the Houston Texans.
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