Broncos postpones penalty to start game vs. Lions in honor of Demaryius Thomas

Before Sunday’s kick-off against Lions, the Denver Broncos paid homage to the franchise big who went far too early.

In honor of Demaryius Thomas, a Pro Bowl opponent who suddenly passed away last week at the age of 33, the Broncos attack rushed into the field after receiving an opening kick with just 10 men, leaving Thomas with an X-receiver seat available. down through eight.

The audience burst into applause and “DT” songs as the game clock ticked to zero as players on both teams applauded and respected. The Broncos received a game penalty for a delayed gesture, which Detroit quickly dismissed.

Shortly afterwards, the wide Courtland Sutton – Denver’s current X receiver – ran from the sidelines and joined his team to hit the mark for the game’s official start.

Sunday’s opening drama was one of many tributes the organization presented to Thomas ’memory, which included a No. 88 sticker on the Denver side line and player’s helmet, as well as a video tribute before the national anthem was signed.