Terrell Davis

American football player, two-time Super Bowl champion

Terrell Davis - American football player, two-time Super Bowl champion
Born

October 28th, 1972
52 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Playing as a running back, won two Super Bowl titles with the Denver Broncos, contributing significantly to the team's success in the late 1990s. In 1998, achieved a single-season rushing record by gaining 2,008 yards and earned NFL Most Valuable Player honors. After retiring from professional play, transitioned to a career in sports broadcasting, offering analysis and commentary on football.

Two-time Super Bowl champion with Denver Broncos

1998 NFL MVP and rushing yards leader

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