Through the Years
Seventh heaven: Rarely seen photos from John Elway's career in Denver
Take a deep dive into John Elway's time in Denver with these rarely seen photos from the Denver Broncos' photo archive and AP Images.
John Elway goes over plays with coaches, including head coach Dan Reeves (pointing).
Denver Broncos Hall of Fame quarterback John Elway (7) poses for the NFL SuperPro Club photo shoot in the 1980s. Exact date and location are unknown. (AP Photo/NFL Photos)
John Elway talks with a friend on the grass.
John Elway, in a photo from his early years, is seen relaxing on the field.
Elway and his family pose for a photo.
John Elway eats in the Broncos cafeteria.
John Elway relaxes in the locker room and reviews part of the playbook.
John Elway talks with teammate Steve DeBerg in the locker room.
Rookie Denver Bronco quarterback John Elway, left, gets some high flying heat from Pittsburgh Steeler defensive end Keith Gary, (92), as Bronco Dave Preston, (46), fails to make the stop during the season opener, Sunday, Sept. 5, 1983, Pittsburgh, Pa. It may have been a rough start to Elway's career, as he played only the first half, but things would improve for the future Hall of Famer. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Denver Broncos rookie quarterback John Elway holds his head following the Broncos' 14-10 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers, Sunday, Sept. 5, 1983, Pittsburgh, Pa. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Denver Broncos' John Elway looks back as Chicago Bears' Al Harris closes in on him during second quarter action in Chicago, Oct. 2, 1983. (AP Photo/Fred Jewell)
John Elway and Steve DeBerg talk on the sideline.
John Elway throws deeps against the Baltimore Colts.
Quarterback John Elway and coach Dan Reeves talk on the sideline during a game.
Denver Broncos Hall of Fame quarterback John Elway (7) prepares to take the snap from center Bill Bryan (64) during an NFL game against the Green Bay Packers in Denver, Colo., Oct. 15, 1984. The Broncos defeated the Packers 17-14 on Monday Night Football. (AP Photo/Vernon Biever)
Denver Broncos Hall of Fame quarterback John Elway (7) sets up to pass during an NFL game against the Los Angeles Raiders, Los Angeles, Nov. 24, 1985. (AP Photo/NFL Photos)
Linebacker Tom Jackson, defensive back Steve Foley, owner Pat Bowlen, quarterback John Elway and other members of the Broncos make a toast with Orange Crush soda.
John Elway speaks with a coach during practice.
Denver Broncos' quarterback John Elway is seen, date and location unknown. (AP Photo)
Denver Broncos Hall of Fame quarterback John Elway and Los Angeles Rams running back Eric Dickerson (29) film a commercial for the NFL SuperPro Club in June 1984, at El Camino College in Torrance, Calif. (AP Photo/NFL Photos)
John Elway talks with coach Dan Reeves.
Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway (7) rolls out and looks to pass in 1989. (Al Messerschmidt via AP)
Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway (7), inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2004, rushes eleven yards for a first down during the AFC Championship Game, a 23-20 overtime victory over the Cleveland Browns on January 11, 1987, at Cleveland Municipal Stadium in Cleveland, Ohio. (AP Photo/Vernon Biever)
Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway takes a break from the passing game to show off his footwork on Saturday, Jan. 24, 1987 as the Broncos went through a final light drill before Super Bowl XXI. (AP Photo/Ed Andrieski)
Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway rests against his helmet on the pole vault pit landing mat to soak up some sun before working out in Irvine, Calif, Jan. 21, 1987. (AP Photo/Ed Andrieski)
John Elway stretches before Super Bowl XXIV.
Coaches of the Denver Broncos wait below as quarterback John Elway (7) talks to the media before play against the New York Giants in Super Bowl XXI January 25,1987 in Pasadena. (Al Messerschmidt via AP)
Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway (7) throws a pass during Super Bowl XXI between the Denver Broncos and the New York Giants on January 25, 1987 in Pasadena, California. (AP Photo/Paul Spinelli)
DenverÃs John Elway, rear, and Keith Bishop lounge on blocking dummies before a scheduled scrimmage against the Los Angeles on Wednesday, August 6, 1987 in London. (AP Photo/Ed Andrieski)
Denver Broncos QB John Elway (7) was all smiles as he and teammates stretched prior to practice on Oct. 15, 1987, in Denver, Colo. (AP Photo/Ed Andrieski)
Quarterback John Elway drops back for a pass during a game against the Chargers.
Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway (7), eludes New England Patriots linebacker Johnny Rembert (52) as he scrambles upfield during game at Mile High Stadium in Denver, Colo., Dec. 6, 1987. Broncos won 31-20. (AP Photo/NFL Photos/Eric Lars Bakke)
Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway (7) calls a play during an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, Oct. 9, 1988 in San Francisco. The Broncos won the game, 16-13. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
Quarterback John Elway drops back as center Keith Bishop blocks Charger Billy Ray Smith during an October 2, 1988 win (12-0) at San Diego.
Denver quarterback John Elway (7) is tripped up by Cleveland's Sam Clancy after Elway picked up first down yardage during the AFC Championship game in Denver, Jan. 18, 1988. Elway completed 14 of 26 passes and threw three for touchdowns as Denver defeated Cleveland 38-33. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)
Denver Broncos All-Pro quarterback John Elway (7) talks to the national sports media before Super Bowl XXII in San Diego on January 31, 1988. (AP Photo / Al Messerschmidt)
Denver Broncos wide receivers Ricky Nattiel (84), Vance Johnson (82), quarterback John Elway (7) and Mark Jackson (80) are seen before Super Bowl XXII in San Diego on Saturday, Jan. 31, 1988. (Tony Tomsic via AP)
Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway (7) scrambles with the football during second quarter action in the AFC Championship Game, Jan. 14, 1990 in Denver. Cleveland defensive tackle Chris Pike (75) reaches for Elway on the play. The Broncos defeated the Browns, 37-21 to earn their third trip to the Super Bowl in four years. (AP Photo/Mark Duncan)
John Elway avoids a tackle during the AFC Championship game against the Cleveland Browns January 14,1989.
Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway (7) flashes the number one sign as he leaves the field following the Broncos win over the Cleveland Browns in the AFC Championship game, Jan. 14, 1990, in Denver. (AP Photos/Ed Andrieski)
Denver Broncos Hall of Fame quarterback John Elway (7) poses for his NFL Pro Line Portrait trading card in Denver, Colo., April 1, 1991. (AP Photo/NFL Photos)
John Elway passes against the Kansas City Chiefs October 4, 1992.
The press envelopes John Elway after a game on October 4, 1992.
NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue, Nike CEO Phil Knight, quarterback John Elway and owner Pat Bowlen pose for a photo.
John Elway talks to the coaches in the press box.
John Elway prepares for the snap against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field.
John Elway walks off the field with teammates after scoring against the Baltimore Ravens.
John Elway in the huddle against the Cleveland Browns.
John Elway and Dave Krieg during the American Bowl against the Seattle Seahawks in 1990 at Tokyo Bowl in Tokyo, Japan.
Quarterback John Elway wears a throwback uniform in a September 1994 game.
Dirt on John Elway's shoulder during a game.
Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway (7) tries to avoid pressure from the Los Angeles Rams defensive line during first quarter action, Sunday, Nov. 6, 1994, Anaheim, Calif. Broncos guard Brian Herb (75) is in the background. (AP Photo/Lois Bernstein)
Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway (7) poses at the Pro Bowl in February 1994 in Honolulu. (Al Messerschmidt via AP)
Denver Broncos John Elway poses for a portrait during his 1995 season with the Denver Broncos. (David Durochik via AP)
San Francisco quarterback Steve Young poses with quarterback John Elway before the 1995 American Bowl in Tokyo.
Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway, left, poses for photographers with Japanese sumo wrestler Masurao during practice, Friday, August 3, 1990, Tokyo, Japan. Broncos meet Seahawks in Sunday's pre-season exhibition game at the Tokyo Dome indoor stadium. (AP Photo/Katsumi Kasahara)
Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway (7) is surrounded by youngsters after the team's workout at the Tokyo Dome indoor stadium, Saturday, August 5, 1995, Tokyo, Japan. The Broncos will clash with San Francisco 49ers in American Bowl, a NFL pre-season match on Sunday. (AP Photo/Koji Sasahara)
John Elway calls an audible against the Kansas City Chiefs in a snow storm.
John Elway shows off the new uniform he will be wearing as the Broncos debut new designs in 1997.
Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway (7) sets for play in 1997. (Al Messerschmidt via AP)
John Elway with Olympic gold medalist Michael Johnson.
John Elway poses for the Mexican press with Marco Martos, who was born in Mexico City, before the Broncos' American Bowl game against the Miami Dolphins at Estadio Guillermo Canedo in Mexico City on August 4, 1997.
John Elway visits with Drew Bledsoe against the New England Patriots at Foxborough Stadium in Foxborough, MA August 17, 1997.
Rod Smith receives congratulations from John Elway against the Cincinnati Bengals at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on September 21, 1997.
John Elway leaps forward attempting to reach the first down marker against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum in Oakland, CA on October 19, 1997.
John Elway walks through the snow during the blizzard on his way to the team bus against the Buffalo Bills at Rich Stadium in Orchard Park, NY on October 26, 1997.
John Elway has a few words with Warren Moon after the game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on November 2, 1997.
John Elway shows off the game ball in the locker room against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on November 2, 1997.
John Elway runs out of the tunnel before the 1997 season finale. Some had speculated it might be Elway's final regular-season game, but he would return in 1998.
John Elway goes through his pre-snap cadence during the last regular season home game of the year against the San Diego Chargers at Mile HIgh Stadium December 21, 1997.
John Elway pumps his fist after a play against the Jacksonville Jaguars in a wild-card playoff game at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
John Elway waves to his family in the stands at the conclusion of the wild card game against the Jaguars against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
John Elway and his son chat in the locker room after the victory over Jaguars against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
John Elway and his teammates relax before the game in the locker room against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
John Elway throws deep against Kansas City Chiefs in the divisional playoff game at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
John Elway goes through mental preparation before the AFC Championship game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh,PA January 11, 1998.
John Elway reacts after the Broncos complete a 13-play, 92-yard drive in the third quarter and take a 24-17 lead against the Green Bay Packers at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on January 25, 1998.
Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway celebrates after the 31-24 victory over the Green Bay Packers in Super Bowl XXXII at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego Sunday, Jan. 25, 1998. (AP Photo/Hans Deryk)
John Elway holds up the football as he is carried off the field with press surrounding him after the Broncos defeated the Green Bay Packers in Super Bowl XXXII at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on January 25, 1998.
Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway (7) celebrates on the podium after winning Super Bowl XXXII against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, Jan. 25, 1998, in San Diego, Calif. The Broncos defeated the Packers 31-24. (Kevin Reece via AP)
John Elway and Neil Smith share a moment on stage (during the trophy presentation) after the Broncos' defeat of the Packers against the Green Bay Packers at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on January 25, 1998.
Terrell Davis admires the Vince Lombardi trophy in the locker room alongside John Elway during the post-game celebration against the Green Bay Packers at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on January 25, 1998.
John Elway holds the Vince Lombardi Trophy in the locker room after the Broncos clinched their first Super Bowl title ever against the Green Bay Packers at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on January 25, 1998.
John Elway hugs his father Jack in the locker room during the post game celebration against the Green Bay Packers at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on January 25, 1998.
John Elway gives a thumbs up to the Broncos fans who remain at the stadium as he goes into an NBC studio to be interviewed by Jim Gray after he and the Broncos won Super Bowl XXXII against the Green Bay Packers at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on January 25, 1998.
John Elway greets Brett Favre before the third preseason game of the year against the Green Bay Packers at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on August 24, 1998.
Alex Gibbs, John Elway, and Brian Griese chat during halftime against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on October 25, 1998.
John Elway prepares to take the snap in front of a majestic sunset against the Oakland Raiders at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on November 22, 1998.
John Elway's shoes in the locker room before a game against the Miami Dolphins at Pro Player Stadium in Miami, FL on December 21, 1998.
Dan Marino and John Elway chat before the game against the Miami Dolphins at Pro Player Stadium in Miami, FL on December 21, 1998.
John Elway puts on his uniform in the locker room against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1998. This would be Elway's final regular-season home game.
John Elway has his helmet adjusted in the locker room against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1998. This would be Elway's final regular-season home game.
John Elway makes his way to the field against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1998. This would be Elway's final regular-season home game.
John Elway ducks under the media cameramen to greet his teammates against the New York Jets at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on January 17, 1999.
John Elway runs onto the field during the pre-game introductions for perhaps the last time in his career against the New York Jets at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on January 17, 1999.
John Elway stands on the sideline before the national anthem against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1998. This would be Elway's final regular-season home game.
John Elway takes part in the coin toss against the New York Jets at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on January 17, 1999.
After his final home game, John Elway gives a thumbs up to all the fans who have supported him throughout the years against the New York Jets at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on January 17, 1999.
John Elway blows a kiss to the fans in the south stands after his last game at Mile High Stadium against the New York Jets at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on January 17, 1999. It would prove to be Elway's final game in Denver.
John Elway puts on his helmet before the start of Super Bowl XXXIII against the Atlanta Falcons at Pro Player Stadium in Miami, FL on January 31, 1999.
John Elway takes a quiet moment alone on the Broncos bench against the Atlanta Falcons at Pro Player Stadium in Super Bowl XXXIII Miami, FL on January 31, 1999.
John Elway can't hide his excitement after scoring a touchdown in Super Bowl XXXIII against the Atlanta Falcons at Pro Player Stadium in Miami, FL on January 31, 1999.
John Elway scores a touchdown on a 3 yard QB sneak against the Atlanta Falcons at Pro Player Stadium in Miami, FL on January 31, 1999.
John Elway gets a hug from Pat Bowlen during Super Bowl XXXIII against the Atlanta Falcons at Pro Player Stadium in Miami, FL on January 31, 1999.
John Elway and Terrell Davis smile as they are interviewed by the media against the Miami Dolphins at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on January 9, 1999.
Mike Shanahan tussles John Elway's hair after leading the Broncos to victory in Super Bowl XXXIII against the Atlanta Falcons at Pro Player Stadium in Miami, FL on January 31, 1999.
Shannon Sharpe and John Elway answer questions from the media after the Broncos' victory in Super Bowl XXXIII against the Atlanta Falcons at Pro Player Stadium in Miami, FL on January 31, 1999.
John Elway and Gary Kubiak talk privately amidst the celebration in the Broncos locker room after victory in Super Bowl XXXIII against the Atlanta Falcons at Pro Player Stadium in Miami, FL on January 31, 1999.
An estimated 350,000 fans turned out in downtown Denver to catch a glimpse of their back-to-back world champion Broncos. Here, John Elway plays "air guitar" across the stage during his name introduction.
John Elway speaks to the crowd of Broncos fans at the end of the Super Bowl parade. An estimated 350,000 fans turned out in downtown Denver to catch a glimpse of their back-to-back world champion Broncos.
John Elway and teammates stand before the crowd of Broncos fans at the end of the Super Bowl parade. An estimated 350,000 fans turned out in downtown Denver to catch a glimpse of their back-to-back world champion Broncos.
Denver Broncos Coach Mike Shanahan, left, makes a joke, as Broncos Quarterback John Elway, center, and Comedian Jay Leno, right, laugh during the taping of Leno's "Tonight Show" on Feb. 23, 1999 in Burbank, California. Elway was noncommittal when asked if he would return to play another season. (AP Photo/Rene Macura)
In an emotional press conference, John Elway announced his retirement from the game of football in front of his family, friends, coaches, and teammates.
Hundreds of people turned out to honor and induct John Elway into the Broncos Ring of Fame. Here, Elway greets his parents.
Hundreds of people turned out to honor and induct John Elway into the Broncos Ring of Fame. Here, Elway signs his name to complete a painting done in his honor.
During a very special halftime presentation, Broncos legend John Elway had his jersey number retired and was inducted into the Broncos Ring of Fame against the Miami Dolphins at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on September 13, 1999.
During a very special halftime presentation, Broncos legend John Elway had his jersey number retired and was inducted into the Broncos Ring of Fame against the Miami Dolphins at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on September 13, 1999.
During a very special halftime presentation, Broncos legend John Elway had his jersey number retired and was inducted into the Broncos Ring of Fame against the Miami Dolphins at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on September 13, 1999.
During a very special halftime presentation, Broncos legend John Elway had his jersey number retired and was inducted into the Broncos Ring of Fame against the Miami Dolphins at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on September 13, 1999.
John Elway is seen in front of the south stands before a game against the San Francisco 49ers at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 23, 2000.
Broncos alumni, John Elway, poses with a football and helmet with the new Arena League logo. Elway led the Colorado Crush's ownership team.
John Elway congratulates Shannon Sharpe after Sharpe announced his retirement in 2004.
John Elway stands alongside the bust that was being molded for his Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinement in 2004.
John Elway, flanked by his daughter, Jessica is escorted by convertible along the Hall of Fame parade route Saturday morning August 7, 2004.
John Elway recognizes the audience with a Mile High salute after sizing up his new Hall of Fame jacket and thanks them for the adoration during the Hall of Fame Canton Civic Dinner Saturday August 7, 2004.
John Elway and his daughter Jessica talk during the 2004 Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinement ceremony.
Broncos owner Pat Bowlen and Denver Mayor John Hickenlooper honored John Elway at a special ceremony in which the street around Invesco Field was renamed to John Elway Drive.
Former Denver Bronco quarterback John Elway receives his Hall of Fame ring from Pro Football Hall of Fame representative John Bankert during halftime ceremonies at Invesco Field in Denver Sunday September 26, 2004.
Fans spell out John Elway's name after he was given his Hall of Fame Ring during a special halftime ceremony at Invesco Field during the NFL game against the San Diego Chargers on September 26, 2004 at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado.
Former Stanford and Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway, left, and former Stanford and San Francisco 49ers head coach Bill Walsh, right, watch a ceremony at halftime of the Stanford and Notre Dame game before the start of construction for the new Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif., in this Saturday, Nov. 26, 2005 file photo. (AP Photo/Paul Sakuma)
Hall of Famer John Elway, left, goes to throw a pass while Karl Mecklenburg tries to interfere during the Pro Bowl Skills Challenge, at the Ko Olina Resort in Honolulu, Hawaii, Friday, February 10, 2006. (AP Photo/Ronen Zilberman)
With Denver Broncos head coach John Fox, left, looking on as first round pick Von Miller, center, gets a congratulatory handshake from Executive Vice President John Elway, right, prior to Miller's press conference at the Denver Broncos Dove Valley facility in Englewood,CO April 29, 2011. Miller was Elway's first draft pick in his front-office tenure. (AP Photo/Eric Bakke)
New Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning, right, and Executive Vice President of Football Operations John Elway talk prior to the press conference announcing Manning as the new quarterback for the team on March 20, 2012.
In the closing minutes, Denver Broncos Executive Vice President of Football Operations John Elway and Peyton Manning (18) enjoy the team's win 37-6 over the Oakland Raiders in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO September 30, 2012.
John Elway shakes hands with former Cleveland Browns quarterback Bernie Kosar before the game against the Cleveland Browns on Sunday Dec. 23, 2012 at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by: Gabriel Christus)
Denver Broncos Executive Vice President of Football Operation John Elway, left, greets former teammate Tom Jackson at the Mizel Institute's 2013 Community Enrichment Award May 22, 2013 gala held at the Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum
Executive Vice President of Football Operations John Elway and offensive coordinator Adam Gase, right, chat with free agent Wes Welker at the Denver Broncos Dove Valley facility after Welker agreed to a two year contract with the team March 14, 2013.
Executive Vice President of Football Operations John Elway, left, has a welcome hug for former Denver teammate and coach Keith Burns during warmups prior to action against the Washington Redskins in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on October 27 2013.
Denver Broncos vice president of operations John Elway talks with Tiger Woods before the start of the NFL game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday Nov. 17, 2013 at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by: Gabriel Christus)
Denver Broncos Executive Vice President of Football Operations/ General Manager John Elway chats with Kenny Chesney at Denver Broncos training camp August 8, 2015 at the UCHealth Training Center in Englewood,CO.
Denver Broncos General Manager and Executive Vice President of Football Operations John Elway talks with Oakland Raiders coach Rod Woodson before action in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, December 13, 2015. Photo by Ben Hays.
John Elway greets rapper T.I. before the AFC Championship Game against the New England Patriots at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris Jr. (25), linebacker Brandon Marshall (54) and linebacker Von Miller (58) take a selfie with John Elway and Omar Bolden after defeating the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.
John Elway, General Manager and Executive Vice President of Football Operations for the Denver Broncos walks through the tunnels before the NFL Super Bowl 50 football game Sunday, Feb. 7, 2016, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
John Elway hoists the Lombardi Trophy during the Broncos' NFL Super Bowl 50 parade in Denver, Colo. February 9, 2016 (Photo by Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
John Elway and Gary Kubiak take a close look at Kubiak's Super Bowl ring during the Ring Ceremony at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, June 12, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Head Coach Gary Kubiak, outside linebacker DeMarcus Ware, outside linebacker Von Miller, quarterback Peyton Manning and Executive Vice President of Football Operations/General Manager John Elway post for a photo at the White House on June 6, 2016. The Broncos were honored by President Barack Obama for winning Super Bowl 50. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
John Elway and his grandson watch as a display is unveiled to commemorate his retired jersey number prior to a game between the Broncos and the Indianapolis Colts at on September 18, 2016.
Dan Marino, left, and John Elway present the Jimmy V award for perseverance at the ESPY Awards at the Microsoft Theater on Wednesday, July 18, 2018, in Los Angeles. (Photo by Phil McCarten/Invision/AP)
Archie and Peyton Manning talk with President of Football Operations/General Manager John Elway during the Broncos' second mandatory minicamp practice on June 5, 2019.
John Elway takes a photo of his bust at the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, July 31, 2019. Photo by Gabriel Christus
John Elway and Roger Goodell during the Pro Football Hall of Fame group photo in Canton, Ohio, August 2, 2019. Photo by Gabriel Christus
President of Football Operations/General Manager John Elway talks with celebrity chef Guy Fieri (center) before the Broncos' game against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda Coliseum on September 9, 2019. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
