Through the Years
From the archive: The best photos from the Broncos' 1997 'Revenge Tour' playoff run up to Super Bowl XXXII
Ahead of Super Bowl XXXII, the Broncos had a memorable 1997 postseason run. Look back through the playoffs with these photos from the Broncos' photo archive and the Associated Press.
Denver: John Elway throws through the Jaguars defense during the first round wild card game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: Alfred Williams, blocked by Tony Boselli, puts defensive pressure on quarterback Mark Brunell, who slipped and fell during the Broncos first round wild card victory against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: Howard Griffith advances the ball upfield during the first round wild card game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver Broncos in action against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: Ed McCaffrey blocks during a rushing playing in the first round wild card match up with the Jaguars against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: Allen Aldridge celebrates a great defensive play against the Jaguars against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: John Mobley and the Broncos defense gather before a snap against the Jaguars against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: The Broncos jumped out to an early 14-0 lead when wide receiver Rod Smith grabbed a pass and raced 43 yards up the middle for a Denver score against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver Broncos in action against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: Terrell Davis rushes for yards against the Jaguars in the first round wild card game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: Vaughn Hebron gets crushed while returning a kickoff against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: Guard Mark Schlereth drops back into pass protection and prepares to block the Jaguars oncoming defense against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: Running back Terrell Davis breaks free from the line of scrimmage and outruns a Jaguars defender against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: Running back Terrell Davis finds a hole in the line of scrimmage and burts into the Jaguars secondary to pick up extra yardage against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: Safety Steve Atwater raises his arms in celebration as he watches one of his teammates make an interception against the Jaguars against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: Cornerback Darrien Gordon wraps up and sacks Jacksonville quarterback Mark Brunell on the Jaguars last drive of the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: Defensive tackle Maa Tanuvasa begins to celebrate after sacking Jaguars quarterback Mark Brunell against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: Derek Loville racked up 103 rushing yards and two touchdowns on just 11 carries and celebrated at the conclusion of the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: Rod Smith yells and expresses his excitement after the Broncos score another second half touchdown against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: Shannon Sharpe congratulates John Elway after a first round wild card win against the Jaguars against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: Alfred Williams celebrates a defensive play during the first round wild card game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: Terrell Davis, Shannon Sharpe, and Jeff Lewis watch the scoreboard as time ticks down in the fourth quarter of the first round wild card game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: Fans show their support at the first round wild card game against the Jaguars against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: John Elway gets congratulations from Mark Brunell after the Broncos' victory in the first round wild card game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: Alfred Williams talks with Jack Elway in the locker room after the Broncos first round wild card win against the Jaguars against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: Head coach Mike Shanahan breaks down the game in a post-game discussion with his team against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: John Elway holds hands with his son Jack and owner Pat Bowlen during the post-game meeting in the locker room against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: Head coach Mike Shanahan speaks with his players in the locker room during a post-game meeting against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Denver: Allen Aldridge holds hands with teammates during a post-game meeting in the locker room. against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1997.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Elvis Grbac (11) is consoled by Denver Broncos' Neil Smith (90) after the Broncos defeated the Chiefs 14-10 in the AFC divisional playoff Sunday, Jan, 4, 1998, in Kansas City, Mo. Smith is a former Kansas City Chiefs player. (AP Photo/Cliff Schiappa)
Kansas City: Patrick Jeffers and his teammates have a pre-game prayer before their game against the Chiefs against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: The team gathers for their pre-game routine in the locker room against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Denver Broncos in action against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Head Coach Mike Shanahan emerges from the locker room to oversee pregame practice and warmups. Howard Griffith is in front of him against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Neil Smith waits in the locker room just before pre-game warm ups against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: 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.
Kansas City: Tom Nalen walks down the tunnel toward the Arrowhead Stadium Field before the 2nd round playoff game against the Chiefs against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Shannon Sharpe mock salutes the Chiefs fans at the end of the game after the Broncos' victory. against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Denver Broncos in action against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Dedrick Dodge celebrates after a failed field goal attempt by Kansas City. The first attempt was successful, but Dodge drew a Kansas City player offsides so the ball was pushed back 5 and rekicked against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Glenn Cadrez congratulates a relieved John Elway after Darrien Gordon knocks down the Chiefs' last pass and the Broncos advance to the AFC Championship game in Pittsburgh against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Neil Smith walks off the field with the defensive unit steaming from the head against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Maa Tanuvasa, Steve Atwater, and John Mobley gang tackle a Chiefs running back as the Broncos team defense performed tremendously during the second round playoff game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Terrell Davis salutes the crowd after the first touchdown of the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: JohnElway throws deep against Kansas City Chiefs in the divisional playoff game at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Denver Broncos in action against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Rod Smith talks trash with another player against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Neil Smith watches from the sideline as he steams against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Tony Jones and Maa Tanuvasa gather to congratulate each other after handing KC their first home loss of the season against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Denver Broncos in action against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Denver: Alfred Williams sacks Elvis Grbac against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Terrell Davis leaps over one of his blockers on his way downfield against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Alfred Williams has his game face on for a second round playoff matchup with the Kansas City Chiefs against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Terrell Davis has a long gain during a rush into Chiefs territory. This rush was a huge play in the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: John Mobley and the Broncos defensive team gang tackle Marcus Allen against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Terrell Davis rushes the ball up the middle during the second round game against the Chiefs. against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: John Mobley and his defensive teammates make a tackle during a second round playoff game against the Chiefs against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: With a little more than 12 minutes to go in the fourth quarter, Terrell Davis took the handoff from John Elway and led by a block by Shannon Sharpe, scored the touchdown that would put the Broncos ahead for good against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Defensive end Alfred Williams and the rest of the Broncos defense rose to the occasion and wreaked havoc on Chiefs quarterback Elvis Grbac by registering four sacks on the afternoon against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Darrien Gordon sealed the fate of the Chiefs with a last-second pass (11 remaining) deflection near the endzone on fourth down against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Steve Atwater hit quarterback Elvis Grbac after he throws. The defense applied pressure to Grbac all day long, sacking him four times against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Maa Tanuvasa tackles a Chiefs ball carrier against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Denver Broncos in action against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Denver Broncos linebacker Bill Romanowski (53) and safety Steve Atwater (32) team up to stop Kansas City Chiefs Hall of Fame running back Marcus Allen (32) during a 1997 AFC Divisional Playoff NFL game on January 4, 1998. The Broncos defeated the Chiefs 14-10. (Peter Read Miller via AP)
Kansas City: Darrius Johnson leaves Arrowhead stadium with a smile after the Broncos have just saved a last second victory against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Terrel Davis (30) and John Mobley celebrate the Broncos their second round playoff game win against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Ex-Chief Neil Smith triumphantly left his former home field in front of a stunned Arrowhead Stadium crowd against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Chiefs Head Coach Marty Schottenheimer meets with Mike Shanahan immediately after the game, although it does not look like he is offering his congratulations against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Tony Jones along with other Broncos and Chiefs players huddle at midfield for a prayer after the Broncos victory against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: John Elway receives congratulations after the Broncos win over the Chiefs earned them the right to visit the Steelers in the AFC Championship against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Tony Jones walks triumphantly off the Arrowhead Stadium Field after the Broncos win their second round playoff game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Head Coach Mike Shanahan addresses the team in the locker room after the Broncos win their second round playoff game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Steve Atwater (ball cap) and Ray Crockett celebrate in the locker room after the Broncos win their second round playoff game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Bill Romanowski (ball cap) and Keith Burns celebrate in the locker room after the Broncos win their second round playoff game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Ed McCaffrey is interviewed by the media in the locker room after the Broncos second round playoff win against the Chiefs against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: A player wears his "A great defense never rests" t-shirt in the locker room after the Broncos win against the Chiefs against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Denver International Airport: Defensive Coordinator Greg Robinson is welcomed by fans, including Ellen at DIA after the Broncos victory in Kansas City against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Mike Shanahan chats with some of Keith Traylor' relatives against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: Shannon Sharpe greets well wishers outside after the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO on January 4, 1998.
Kansas City: The team boards the plane and leaves for Denver against the Kansas City Chiefs 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.
Denver Broncos Gary Zimmerman blocks at the offensive line, guarding his quarterback.
Pittsburgh: Quarterback John Elway celebrates a short touchdown pass to Ed McCaffrey against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on January 11, 1998.
Pittsburgh: Jason Elam kicks what turns out to be the deciding field goal of the game. Broncos win, 24-21 against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on January 11, 1998.
Denver Broncos in action against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on January 11, 1998.
Pittsburgh: Terrell Davis rushed for 139 yards against the Steelers against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on January 11, 1998.
Pittsburgh: Rod Smith makes a reception and stretches for a first down to keep a third-quarter drive alive against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on January 11, 1998.
Pittsburgh: Darrien Gordon deflects a pass from Yancey Thigpen and intercepts it in the endzone. Otherwise, Gordon had a subpar day, giving up a few touchdowns and long passes against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on January 11, 1998.
Denver Broncos in action against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on January 11, 1998.
Pittsburgh: Everyone celebrates after Howard Griffith's touchdown during the AFC Championship game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on January 11, 1998.
Pittsburgh: Terrell Davis begins the game with a long rush during the AFC Championship game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on January 11, 1998.
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jerome Bettis (36) carries the football during the Steelers 24 - 21 loss to the Denver Broncos in the 1997 AFC Championship Game on January 11, 1998 at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (AP Photo / Al Messerschmidt)
FILE In this Jan. 11, 1998 file photo, Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway (7) runs past Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Jason Gildon (92) for a first-quarter first down during the AFC Championship game at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pa. No NFL team has lost more conference championship games at home in less time than the Pittsburgh Steelers did during the 1994-2004 seasons. The Steelers' will not face Tom Brady or John Elway this Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009, but Baltimore rookie Joe Flacco, who did little in two regular season games against them. (AP Photo/Mark Duncan)
John Elway #7 of the Denver Broncos passes the football during the AFC Championship game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on January 11, 1998 in Pittsburgh. The Broncos defeated the Steelers 24-21. (Joe Robbins via AP)
Denver Broncos linebacker Bill Romanowski douses coach Mike Shanahan after beating the Pittsburgh Steelers 24-21 to win the AFC Championship Sunday, Jan. 11, 1998, at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Doug Mills)
John Elway celebrates with Tony Jones after their victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers for the AFC Championship against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Three Rivers Stadium January 11, 1998.
Denver Broncos including cornerback Tim McKyer (26), tackle Harry Swayne, left, and defensive tackle Mike Lodish, right, give a "Mile High Salute" after beating the Pittsburgh Steelers 24-21 to win the AFC Championship Sunday, Jan. 11, 1998, at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pa. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
Pittsburgh: Mike Shanahan holds up the AFC Championship trophy and says, "This is not the one we want." against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on January 11, 1998.
Denver Broncos in action against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on January 11, 1998.
Pittsburgh: Cornerback Darrien Gordon talks with reporters in the locker room after the Broncos victory in the AFC Championship game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on January 11, 1998.
