The reason why: Broncos visit UC Hospital patients
View highlights from the Broncos' trip to UC Hospital and meet some of the patients who met with Broncos players. (Photos by Aric DiLalla)

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Jennifer, 21, is waiting for a heart transplant.

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Jeremy is a huge Broncos fan and is waiting for a heart transplant.

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Pepe, who went into cardiac arrest, is recovering in the hospital.

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Gary, who is fighting bladder cancer, got a surprise visit from the Broncos and received tickets for Denver's Jan. 1 game against Oakland.

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