Mike Haffner (1942–2024), former Broncos receiver and broadcaster

Mike Haffner was a wide receiver for the Denver Broncos who later became a color commentator for NBC and longtime sports broadcaster.

Abner Haynes (1937–2024), Kansas City Chiefs legend

Abner Haynes was a star running back who was the first-ever Player of the Year in the AFL and a Kansas City Chiefs Hall of Fame inductee.

Joe Collier (1932–2024), creator of Broncos’ Orange Crush defense

Joe Collier was a longtime NFL coach best known for creating the Denver Broncos’ famed Orange Crush defense, helping lead them to three Super Bowls.

Golden Richards (1950–2024), won a Super Bowl with the Dallas Cowboys

Golden Richards was a former NFL wide receiver who caught a touchdown pass for the Dallas Cowboys in the 1978 Super Bowl.

Harald Hasselbach (1967–2023), two-time Super Bowl champion

Harald Hasselbach was an NFL player and defensive end for the Denver Broncos through two Super Bowl victories, including a start in the 1999 game.

Miller Farr (1943–2023), NFL cornerback 

Miller Farr was an NFL cornerback with teams including the San Diego Chargers and Houston Oilers.

Darren Drozdov (1969–2023), former WWE wrestler

Darren Drozdov was a former NFL football player and WWE wrestler. A 1999 accident in the ring fractured two neck vertebrae, leaving him quadriplegic. 

Jim Turner (1941–2023), Super Bowl champ with New York Jets

Jim Turner was a placekicker in the NFL who went to two Super Bowls with the New York Jets and the Denver Broncos.

Ronnie Hillman (1991–2022), former Denver Broncos running back

Ronnie Hillman was a former running back for the Denver Broncos who won Super Bowl 50.

Brad William Henke (1966–2022), “Orange Is the New Black” star

Brad William Henke was an actor and professional football player who starred in “Orange Is the New Black” and had recurring roles on shows including “Lost” and “Dexter.”

John Hadl (1940–2022), 1960s Chargers quarterback

John Hadl was a quarterback who helped the San Diego Chargers to victory at the AFL Championship in 1963.

Marlin Briscoe (1945–2022), first black starting quarterback in the AFL  

Marlin Briscoe was the first black starting quarterback in the American Football League when he started a game for the Denver Broncos in 1968.

Dan Reeves (1944–2022), former NFL head coach

Dan Reeves was a legendary NFL head coach who led teams to four Super Bowl appearances though he never won.

Demaryius Thomas (1987–2021), Denver Broncos wide receiver

Demaryius Thomas was a wide receiver who won Super Bowl 50 with the Denver Broncos.

Greg Knapp (1963–2021), New York Jets assistant coach

Greg Knapp was an assistant coach with the New York Jets, Denver Broncos, and several other teams in a 25-year NFL coaching career.

Floyd Little (1942–2021), Denver Broncos legend

Floyd Little was a legendary running back for the Denver Broncos and a five-time Pro Bowler.

Jerry Sturm (1936–2020), Broncos legendary offensive lineman

Jerry Sturm was a star offensive lineman for the Denver Broncos in the 1960s.  

Pat Bowlen (1944–2019), Denver Broncos owner

Pat Bowlen was the owner of the Denver Broncos, one of the NFL’s most successful franchises.