Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Terrell Davis

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Terrell Davis

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Terrell Davis made an impact.

Terrell Davis is a retired American football running back who played for the Denver Broncos from 1995 to 2001. He is the Broncos' all-time leading rusher and holds the record for most touchdowns in a single postseason. Known for his exceptional performance and the 'Mile High Salute,' Davis was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2017. Despite a relatively short career, Davis is considered one of the greatest running backs in NFL history.

1993: Became Top Running Back

In 1993, after Garrison Hearst graduated, Terrell Davis became the top running back at the University of Georgia, rushing for 824 yards.

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1995: Joined the Denver Broncos

In 1995, Terrell Davis began his career with the Denver Broncos of the NFL.

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1995: Impressive Rookie Season

In 1995, Terrell Davis was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the sixth round and became the starting running back, finishing the season with 1,117 rushing yards.

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1995: Drafted by the Broncos

In 1995, Terrell Davis was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the sixth round of the NFL draft.

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1996: Start of Postseason Success

In 1996, Terrell Davis began a series of successful postseason games, accumulating significant rushing yards and touchdowns through 1998.

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1996: Signed New Contract

In 1996, Terrell Davis signed a five-year contract with the Broncos for $6.8 million. He rushed for 1,538 yards and 13 touchdowns.

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1996: First Pro Bowl Season

In 1996, Terrell Davis was selected for the Pro Bowl, marking the first of three consecutive seasons.

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1997: Pro Bowl Season

In 1997, Terrell Davis had another Pro Bowl Season

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1998: End of Postseason Success

In 1998 Super Bowl XXXIII was the last postseason game in which Davis would play.

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1998: Pro Bowl Season

In 1998, Terrell Davis had another Pro Bowl Season

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2001: Final Season in the NFL

2001 marked Terrell Davis' final season in the NFL, playing for the Denver Broncos.

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2002: Retirement from NFL

In 2002, Terrell Davis retired from the NFL during the preseason. He was placed on injured reserve, effectively ending his career.

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2017: Davis Explains Mile High Salute

In 2017, Terrell Davis explained the meaning of the "Mile High Salute" gesture, which he popularized, as a sign of respect for service members.

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