The Denver Broncos organization has been dealing with the shocking loss of former wide receiver Demaryius Thomas, prompting some heartwarming gestures from the team on Sunday. For the first play of Denver's matchup with the Detroit Lions in Week 14, the Broncos lined up with 10 players in a tribute to the late Thomas.
After the game, via Aric DiLalla, Bridgewater discussed the team's tribute to the franchise legend, as well as the Broncos' statement victory on Sunday.
Teddy Bridgewater on honoring DT on the first play with 10 men:
"It was great to go out there with 10 guys and understand that he was out there with us."
— Aric DiLalla (@AricDiLalla) December 13, 2021
Bridgewater acknowledged that the Broncos used the 10-man formation to symbolize that Thomas was out there with the squad in spirit. The loss of the 33-year-old has shaken up the league, and the Broncos paid their respects to one of the best players in franchise history with multiple heartwarming tributes.
The officials flagged the Broncos for their illegal formation on the play, but in an equally heartfelt gesture, Lions head coach Dan Campbell declined the penalty. The game on Sunday was about more than just football, and everyone within the Broncos organization was well aware of that. The team represented themselves with the utmost class on Sunday, honoring D.T.'s legacy in the Mile High City.
Broncos final drive was an 88-yard TD drive.
How about that to honor DT.
— Zac Stevens (@ZacStevensDNVR) December 12, 2021
The Broncos were dominant in the 38-10 victory over the Lions, capping things off, believe it or not, with an 88-yard touchdown drive. That's about as eerily beautiful of a finish as a team could ask for during what was undoubtedly an emotional outing for a team grieving the loss of one of its greatest-ever players, both on and off the field.
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