Terrell Davis
Inducted:
2017
Player Stats
5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
210 lb (95 kg)
Born:
October 28, 1972
San Diego, California, U.S.
Position:
Running back
College:
Long Beach State (1990–1991)
Georgia (1992–1994)
Terrell Davis made a lasting impact in a short but dominant NFL career. Drafted by the Denver Broncos in 1995, the sixth-round pick quickly became one of the league’s top running backs. He exploded onto the scene with a 1,117-yard rookie season, then elevated his play to MVP levels.
Davis rushed for over 1,500 yards in back-to-back seasons before capping off 1998 with 2,008 rushing yards and the league MVP award. He played a central role in Denver’s back-to-back Super Bowl wins, earning Super Bowl XXXII MVP honors.
Known for his vision, toughness, and playoff performances, Davis retired after just seven seasons due to knee injuries, but his peak was one of the most dominant ever. He remains a symbol of perseverance and elite production, especially in the postseason.
Davis' Awards and Honors
- 2× Super Bowl champion (XXXII, XXXIII)
- Super Bowl MVP (XXXII)
- 3× First-team All-Pro (1996–1998)
- 3× Pro Bowl (1996–1998)
- 2× NFL rushing touchdowns leader (1997, 1998)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1995)
- Denver Broncos Ring of Fame
NFL Records
- NFL Most Valuable Player (1998)
- NFL rushing yards leader (1998)
- NFL 1990s All-Decade Team
- 2× NFL Offensive Player of the Year (1996, 1998)
NFL Teams
Denver Broncos (1995–2001)
NFL Draft:
1995: 6th round, 196th pick
Denver Broncos
Number Worn:
30
NFL Stats
Seasons:
7
Game Played:
78
Rushing Yards:
7,607
Rushing Touchdowns:
60
Yards per Carry:
4.6
Receptions:
169
Receiving Yards:
1,280
Receiving Touchdowns:
5
Playoff Rushing Yards:
1,140 (8 games)