The article shines a light on the most dominant fantasy football seasons in Denver Broncos history, highlighting standout performances by Terrell Davis, Peyton Manning and other franchise legends that have left a lasting imprint on the sport.
Historic Broncos Seasons
In 1998, Terrell Davis surged past the 2,000‑yard rushing milestone, recording 2,008 yards, 21 rushing touchdowns, 217 receiving yards and two receiving scores, which translated to a staggering 385.5 fantasy points.
Peyton Manning’s 2013 campaign was equally historic, as he amassed a single‑season record of 5,477 passing yards and 55 touchdowns, contributing 420 fantasy points while orchestrating one of the NFL’s most explosive offenses.
Demaryius Thomas made his mark in 2014 by shattering the Broncos’ single‑season receiving yard record with 1,619 yards and 11 touchdowns, eclipsing Rod Smith’s 2000 total of 1,602 yards.
Other notable seasons include Terrell Davis’s 1997 effort, where he rushed for 1,750 yards and 15 touchdowns, earning a spot on Bleacher Report’s list despite being less dominant than his 1998 campaign; Mike Anderson’s 2000 rookie year produced 1,487 yards and 15 touchdowns, a performance that garnered him NFL Rookie of the Year honors; and Clinton Portis’s 2003 season, in which he rushed for nearly 1,600 yards and 14 touchdowns before a trade sent cornerback Champ Bailey to Washington.
Bleacher Report's Rankings
Bleacher Report’s comprehensive ranking of the 99 best individual fantasy football seasons placed two former Broncos players among the elite selections, underscoring the franchise’s impact on the sport’s fantasy legacy.
Together, these seasons illustrate the rich history of fantasy football and the Broncos’ enduring contribution to its most celebrated individual performances.