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John Elway remembers Mile High
By Tim Skillern and Devon Uttley
What was John Elway's fondest Mile High memory? How about the worst?
The former Broncos quarterback spoke with the media Wednesday, December 20, about one of Colorado's most recognizable landmarks.
Although he's been "hit in the head" too many times to remember everything, Elway's says his most memorable Mile High events include a comeback win over Houston in the playoffs and back-to-back blocked kicks against San Diego. Watch Elway says David Treadwell's field goal, his fourth down scramble and a sideline pass to Vance Johnson were key plays in the playoff win against Houston. Watch It wasn't just loud in Mile High, Elway says. It was really loud. Watch More than 50,000 passing yards and other personal achievements wouldn't mean nearly as much, Elway says, if the Broncos hadn't won two Super Bowls. Watch Elway describes the unique atmosphere the South Stands created. Watch
Do you remember the 1984 defeat to Pittsburgh in the playoffs? How about that time Mike Shanahan's Raiders were down 24-0 at the half and won 30-27? Do you remember the Jacksonville playoff debacle? John Elway does.
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Broncos players talk after Mile High's last game
By Tim Skillern and Jason Curran Running back Mike Anderson commends the fans for their positive energy, talks about the history of Mile High and picks his top Mile High memory in his only season at the stadium. Watch Broncos coach Mike Shanahan talks about Rod Smith and Ed McCaffrey each catching their 100th receptions of the season. Watch Linebacker Al Wilson talks about the defense's confidence going into the postseason, criticism of the defense and the presence of former linebacker Tom Jackson, quarterback John Elway and assistant coach Joe Collier. Watch Smith picks his top Mile High memories and describes the fan presence in the stadium. Watch Shanahan salutes the fans for their dedication. Watch Shanahan talks about quarterback Gus Frerotte's play. Watch Shanahan says he owes linebacker Bill Romanowski dinner because he didn't retaliate to 49er cheap shots. Watch Defensive lineman Trevor Pryce is looking forward to a potential playoff matchup with Baltimore tight end and former Bronco Shannon Sharpe and "his big mouth." Watch Anderson runs for a touchdown. Watch Romanowski talks about the fans. Watch
By Tim Skillern and Jason Curran Broncos fans and Mile High fans talk about the landmark stadium before Saturday's game against the 49ers. Kim Bubon, a southern California resident who used to live in Denver, reminices about Floyd Little's bowed legs. Watch Daniel Lovato of Dumont reminisces about bringing his son to Broncos games. Watch San Francisco 49ers fan Ken Wood of southern California says a 49ers victory might spoil a Broncos' victory party, but it would be good for receiver Jerry Rice, who is most likely playing in his last game. Watch Brady Keller from Portland, Ore., names his favorite Broncos player. Watch Darrin Fisher of Englewood remembers a Broncos game when the fans weren't too kind to a Seahawks supporter. Watch Many Mile High fans would love to bring home the South Stands horse or a couple seats, but Thomas Andrews of Denver remembers taking home many foul balls from Denver Bears games. Watch Melissa Tourgee of Arvada says her best memory was when the Broncos beat the Raiders on Monday night in November. She says she'd also take the South Stands horse home and turn it into a birdfeeder. Watch Jerome Johnson of Los Angeles hopes the new stadium is named Mile High because the fans and Mile High deserve to hold on to the tradition. Watch Shoppers on 16th St. Mall remember Mile High Stadium Denver's Steve Aragon remembers the Guinness Book of World Records noise competition early this fall during which Mile High fans broke the previous noise arena noise record. Listen here Aragon describes the deafening noise that surrounds the field during games. Listen here Denver's John Owen attended the 1984 Monday night blizzard game in which the Broncos defeated the Green Bay Packers 17-14. Listen here Owen says fans will soon embrace the new stadium just like fans did with Coors Field. Listen here Denver's John Cruz says that although Mile High was a landmark, it will be good for the city to have a new stadium. Listen here
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