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The Denver Broncos added the late Demaryius Thomas to their Ring of Fame last year, and there are several deserving players who should be considered for potential enshrinement in 2026.
Today, we're taking a quick look at six worthy candidates. Note that players must wait at least five years after retirement and have played for the Broncos for at least four seasons to be eligible for the Ring of Fame.
The former Broncos receiver was one of the toughest players in franchise history. One of the biggest surprises is that McCaffrey isn't in the Ring of Fame yet. As one of the primary pass-catchers for Denver during the Super Bowl-winning years in 1997 and 1998, McCaffrey played in Denver for nine years (1995-2003), recording 462 receptions for 6,200 yards and 46 touchdowns. The fact that he's produced an All-Pro running back as a son in Christian McCaffrey and is a Colorado lifer should say something as well. McCaffrey was inducted into the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame in 2022; the next logical space for McCaffrey should be on the Level 5 facade of Empower Field at Mile High.
Wilson played for the Broncos from 1999-2006, earning five Pro Bowl selections as well as first- (2005) and second-team (2006) All-Pro nods. His 565 solo tackles rank ninth on the team's all-time list. Wilson had a falling out with the team over the handling of a neck injury near the end of his career, but the two sides have since mended their relationship. He should now go into the club's Ring of Fame.
While Miller plans to play in 2026, there is no doubt that he will one day be a Ring of Famer and a Pro Football Hall of Famer at the end of his career. Miller is the Broncos' all-time leader in sacks (110.5) and was the MVP of Super Bowl 50. A two-time Super Bowl champion, Miller was a Bronco for 10 seasons, and he will always be beloved in Denver.
Harris is a Broncos success story as an undrafted free agent. Harris defined the slot corner position for many years, and was one of the original anchors of the "No-Fly Zone" defense that helped Denver to a victory in Super Bowl 50. In nine seasons with the Broncos, Harris started 121 games, totaling 518 tackles (443 solo, 75 assisted), recovering four fumbles, forcing six fumbles, 86 pass deflections and intercepting 20 passes (including four returned for touchdowns). Harris was a Pat Bowlen player, one of the highest compliments one could receive.
Clady was one of the offensive line mainstays for the Broncos from the time he was drafted out of Boise State (12th overall) in 2008 until 2014. Clady was the blindside protector for several Broncos quarterbacks (Kyle Orton, Tim Tebow and Peyton Manning), starting 106 games for Denver. A four-time Pro Bowler and two-time first-team All-Pro, Clady was named second runner-up for the 2008 AP Offensive Player of the Year, an award most linemen could rarely even dream about touching. Clady has been eligible for Ring of Fame status since 2021.
This one could be considered controversial. Prater was still active in 2025, but is currently a free agent. Prater first came to the Broncos in 2007, playing for Denver from 2007-2014. Prater was an extremely reliable kicker during his time in Mile High, benefiting from the thin Colorado air. During the Broncos' historic offensive season in 2013, Prater set a then-NFL record with a 64-yard field goal. Prater's time in Denver came to an ignominious ending in 2014 when he was cut following a suspension from the NFL for abusing the league's substance abuse policy, but his time with the club was historic. He holds the NFL record for field goals made over 50 yards (81) and is fourth on the Broncos' all-time scoring list.
Who else should be on this list, modern or classic? We'd love to hear from you on Facebook and Twitter/X!
Related: These 25 celebrities are Broncos fans.
This article originally appeared on Broncos Wire: 6 players who deserve to reach Broncos' Ring of Fame
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Today, we're taking a quick look at six worthy candidates. Note that players must wait at least five years after retirement and have played for the Broncos for at least four seasons to be eligible for the Ring of Fame.
1. WR Ed McCaffrey
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The former Broncos receiver was one of the toughest players in franchise history. One of the biggest surprises is that McCaffrey isn't in the Ring of Fame yet. As one of the primary pass-catchers for Denver during the Super Bowl-winning years in 1997 and 1998, McCaffrey played in Denver for nine years (1995-2003), recording 462 receptions for 6,200 yards and 46 touchdowns. The fact that he's produced an All-Pro running back as a son in Christian McCaffrey and is a Colorado lifer should say something as well. McCaffrey was inducted into the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame in 2022; the next logical space for McCaffrey should be on the Level 5 facade of Empower Field at Mile High.
2. LB Al Wilson
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Wilson played for the Broncos from 1999-2006, earning five Pro Bowl selections as well as first- (2005) and second-team (2006) All-Pro nods. His 565 solo tackles rank ninth on the team's all-time list. Wilson had a falling out with the team over the handling of a neck injury near the end of his career, but the two sides have since mended their relationship. He should now go into the club's Ring of Fame.
3. OLB Von Miller
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While Miller plans to play in 2026, there is no doubt that he will one day be a Ring of Famer and a Pro Football Hall of Famer at the end of his career. Miller is the Broncos' all-time leader in sacks (110.5) and was the MVP of Super Bowl 50. A two-time Super Bowl champion, Miller was a Bronco for 10 seasons, and he will always be beloved in Denver.
4. CB Chris Harris
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Harris is a Broncos success story as an undrafted free agent. Harris defined the slot corner position for many years, and was one of the original anchors of the "No-Fly Zone" defense that helped Denver to a victory in Super Bowl 50. In nine seasons with the Broncos, Harris started 121 games, totaling 518 tackles (443 solo, 75 assisted), recovering four fumbles, forcing six fumbles, 86 pass deflections and intercepting 20 passes (including four returned for touchdowns). Harris was a Pat Bowlen player, one of the highest compliments one could receive.
5. OT Ryan Clady
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Clady was one of the offensive line mainstays for the Broncos from the time he was drafted out of Boise State (12th overall) in 2008 until 2014. Clady was the blindside protector for several Broncos quarterbacks (Kyle Orton, Tim Tebow and Peyton Manning), starting 106 games for Denver. A four-time Pro Bowler and two-time first-team All-Pro, Clady was named second runner-up for the 2008 AP Offensive Player of the Year, an award most linemen could rarely even dream about touching. Clady has been eligible for Ring of Fame status since 2021.
6. K Matt Prater
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This one could be considered controversial. Prater was still active in 2025, but is currently a free agent. Prater first came to the Broncos in 2007, playing for Denver from 2007-2014. Prater was an extremely reliable kicker during his time in Mile High, benefiting from the thin Colorado air. During the Broncos' historic offensive season in 2013, Prater set a then-NFL record with a 64-yard field goal. Prater's time in Denver came to an ignominious ending in 2014 when he was cut following a suspension from the NFL for abusing the league's substance abuse policy, but his time with the club was historic. He holds the NFL record for field goals made over 50 yards (81) and is fourth on the Broncos' all-time scoring list.
Who else should be on this list, modern or classic? We'd love to hear from you on Facebook and Twitter/X!
Related: These 25 celebrities are Broncos fans.
This article originally appeared on Broncos Wire: 6 players who deserve to reach Broncos' Ring of Fame
Continue reading...
