Broncos Will Honor Demaryius Thomas, Star Wide Receiver Who Died at 33

The Denver Broncos will induct Demaryius Thomas into the team's Ring of Fame this season.
A first round draft pick of the Broncos in 2010, Thomas was a key contributor to the Broncos' success in the Peyton Manning era, and won Super Bowl 50 with the team. He is the franchise's second-leading receiver in yards and touchdowns. Thomas will be honored at the team's Week 7 matchup against the New York Giants in October.

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