Terrell Davis's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A closer look at the biggest achievements of Terrell Davis. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
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.
1996: Start of Postseason Success
In 1996, Terrell Davis began a series of successful postseason games, accumulating significant rushing yards and touchdowns through 1998.
1996: First Pro Bowl Season
In 1996, Terrell Davis was selected for the Pro Bowl, marking the first of three consecutive seasons.
1997: Touchdown Record and Mile High Salute
In 1997, Terrell Davis achieved the record for most touchdowns in a single postseason with eight and he is also credited with starting the "Mile High Salute".
1997: Super Bowl XXXII MVP
In 1997, Terrell Davis was named Super Bowl MVP in Super Bowl XXXII against the Green Bay Packers, with 157 rushing yards and a Super Bowl record three rushing touchdowns.
1998: End of Postseason Success
In 1998 Super Bowl XXXIII was the last postseason game in which Davis would play.
1998: 2,000 Rushing Yards
In 1998, Terrell Davis became the fourth NFL player to rush for over 2,000 yards in a single season.
1998: League MVP
In 1998, Terrell Davis rushed for 2,008 yards, earning him league MVP honors and his first NFL rushing title.
2000: Part of 2,000 Rushing Yards Club
In 1998, Davis rushed for 2,008 yards becoming a member of the 2000 rushing yards club, the fourth-highest rushing total in history at the time.
2004: Inducted into Colorado Sports Hall of Fame
In 2004, Terrell Davis was inducted into the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame.
2006: Inducted into Breitbard Hall of Fame
In 2006, Terrell Davis was inducted into the Breitbard Hall of Fame.
July 27, 2007: Induction into Denver Broncos Ring of Fame Announced
On July 27, 2007, the announcement was made that Terrell Davis would be inducted into the Denver Broncos Ring of Fame.
September 23, 2007: Denver Broncos Ring of Fame Induction Ceremony
On September 23, 2007, Terrell Davis' induction ceremony into the Denver Broncos Ring of Fame took place at Invesco Field at Mile High.
2007: Pro Football Hall of Fame Semifinalist
In 2007, Terrell Davis was a semifinalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility.
February 7, 2016: Honorary Captain at Super Bowl 50
On February 7, 2016, Terrell Davis and John Elway served as honorary captains for the Broncos at Super Bowl 50.
August 4, 2017: Induction into Pro Football Hall of Fame
On August 4, 2017, Terrell Davis was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
2017: Pro Football Hall of Fame Induction
In 2017, Terrell Davis was elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
2018: Broncos Franchise Records
As of the 2018 NFL off-season, Terrell Davis held at least 46 Broncos franchise records.
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