Following the passing of former Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas, there has been an outpouring of love and support from the NFL community.
Thomas, a five-time Pro-Bowler and member of the Super Bowl 50 championship team, built his legacy on the field as a star receiver, but shined just as brightly off the field as a champion in the community.
Thomas was a friend, mentor and leader everywhere he went and left a lasting impact on the NFL and the Broncos organization, both as a player and as a person. Following Thomas' passing, the NFL community shared photos and stories about the legendary Bronco, along with their love and condolences.
[Demaryius’] legacy as a Bronco extended far beyond the playing field as a caring, generous member of our community.
— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) December 10, 2021
We have lost an incredible player and a special person in Demaryius Thomas. https://t.co/eORPtwKQGt
RIP #DemaryiusThomas. My heart is hurting right now. We'll never forget you my brother.
— Steve Atwater (@SteveAtwater27) December 10, 2021
The worst news ever. I can’t begin to describe the impact you’ve had on me as a person. You always treated me like family big bro.
— Justin Simmons (@jsimms1119) December 10, 2021
This hurts man. Love you DT…❤️🙏🏽 https://t.co/RBY41ADYi7
Peyton Manning (1 of 2): “D.T. was a better person than he was a player, and he was a Hall of Fame player. That tells you how good of a person he was. He treated my kids like they were his own. He was there for every teammate’s charity event. …” https://t.co/ZxXyaatzR6
— Patrick Smyth (@psmyth12) December 10, 2021
Heartbroken 💔 pic.twitter.com/e3EbU0aPeP
— D-Ware (@DeMarcusWare) December 10, 2021
Woke up and saw the really devastating news about my teammate and friend, Demaryius Thomas. So many are going to remember him for his athletic ability… but I’ll be remembering him for his kindness, his smile that would light up a room, and the love he had for those in his life. pic.twitter.com/gNVzmJ503X
— Tim Tebow (@TimTebow) December 10, 2021
Rest Easy DT … 🙏🏾🕊
— Patrick Surtain (@PatSurtainll) December 10, 2021
It was an honor to play with you. Thank you for always believing in me! Rest easy my brother. pic.twitter.com/18z6ggshBX
— Garett Bolles (@gbolles72) December 10, 2021
Love forever bro 🕊 pic.twitter.com/eUQDBR8WP5
— Brandon Marshall (@BMarshh) December 10, 2021
This hurts, just such a good dude. Never going to forget that smile and good energy. Prayers up to his family. Rest in Power young King!#DemaryiusThomas
— Ryan Clady (@RyanClady) December 10, 2021
Love you forever brother!! This one hurt Deep 🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/E13dwDUcRx
— Deandre Hopkins (@DeAndreHopkins) December 10, 2021
Im so sad to wake up this morning to hear about the passing of my friend Demariyus Thomas. We were all blessed with his humility and positive spirit, and we will all miss him. This photo is from the Hall of Fame this past August, a source of light as always. 🙏 RIP pic.twitter.com/o3hvQN0cRz
— Tom Brady (@TomBrady) December 10, 2021
My heart is broken over the death of Demaryius. His humility and kindness outshone his immense talent on the field. His incredible smile will always be with us. May he rest in heavenly light. pic.twitter.com/HeCkP7MZjO
— Ed McCaffrey (@87ed) December 10, 2021
Woke up and saw the really devastating news about my teammate and friend, Demaryius Thomas. So many are going to remember him for his athletic ability… but I’ll be remembering him for his kindness, his smile that would light up a room, and the love he had for those in his life. pic.twitter.com/gNVzmJ503X
— Tim Tebow (@TimTebow) December 10, 2021
Heartbroken. #RIP Young Legend.
— Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) December 10, 2021
DeMaryius Thomas 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 #88 pic.twitter.com/JRT99jUwlx
So devastating when one of our NFL Brotherhood leaves us too soon… My heart is saddened & goes out to the family & friends of #DT #DemaryiusThomas #RIP You will be missed brother!
— Kurt Warner (@kurt13warner) December 10, 2021
Rest In Peace my friend. Demaryius Thomas DT#onlywinnersgetwings @Broncos pic.twitter.com/6niTrw86KM
— byron chamberlain (@bc_chamberlain) December 10, 2021
I learned so much from this man…one of the most powerful & graceful & smooth athletes I’ve ever been around…and then he was funny & smart & awesome to be around too…I am in tears…I love ya, DT! 🙏💔😢 pic.twitter.com/KXrlucJAQ4
— JoelDreessen (@JoelDreessen) December 10, 2021
RIP DT Love you bro .
— Chris Harris (@ChrisHarrisJr) December 10, 2021
I'm just shocked to hear that Demaryius Thomas has died. Gone way to soon. Honored to have known you brutha. R.I.P!
— Terrell Davis (@Terrell_Davis) December 10, 2021
DT sat with my son son the entire plane ride home from Super Bowl, held him on his lap on Bus, carried him and hoisted him on fire truck during the parade and celebrated with him as if his own kid. I hope my son remembers 88. pic.twitter.com/tpByZZaklo
— Tyler Polumbus (@Tyler_Polumbus) December 10, 2021
Omg man, heart broken waking up to this. Special player and even more special human being. RIP DT pic.twitter.com/9DFY3R6wmL
— Justin Reid (@JustinqReid) December 10, 2021
Devastating news. I only played with DT for a couple weeks, but he immediately made an impression. Will be missed by many 💔 pic.twitter.com/4iWe0gQ1ku
— Julian Edelman (@Edelman11) December 10, 2021
This is who my friend was. Always Smiling. I love you DT #RIP 💔 pic.twitter.com/jL9jI0Qe93
— Brandon McManus (@thekidmcmanus) December 10, 2021
Forever a champion, both on and off the field 💔 pic.twitter.com/BkMqLNlHRQ
— BroncosOffField (@BroncosOffField) December 10, 2021
