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Tim Tebow returns to Denver for Broncos' home opener against Jaguars

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 10:21 PM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Tim Tebow returns to Denver for Broncos' home opener against Jaguars

Summary

Tim Tebow will make his return to Empower Field at Mile High for the first time since 2012, when he led the Broncos to a playoff victory against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Broncos announced that he will serve as the alumni flag planter and be recognized as the team’s 'Legend of the Game' during their home opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Tebow, a first-round draft pick in 2010, became a notable figure in Denver during a brief but impactful career, leading the Broncos to several dramatic wins before being traded in 2012. His recognition will occur prior to kickoff against the Jaguars on Sunday.

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By the Numbers

•Tebow leads the alumni flag planting during the home opener.
•He will be honored as the 'Legend of the Game'.
•His last appearance was following a playoff win in January 2012.
•The Broncos are set to face the 1-0 Jaguars this Sunday.
•Tebow's career included dramatic victories and a quick exit after Peyton Manning's arrival.

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10:21 PMYahoo Sports — A Mile High comeback, 12 years later: Tim Tebow back in Denver for the Broncos' opener

What they're saying

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Tim Tebow is returning to Empower Field at Mile High for the first time since throwing an 80-yard touchdown pass to the late Demaryius Thomas on the first play of overtime against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Jan. 8, 2012. The Broncos (0-1) announced Thursday that the former QB will serve as the alumni flag planter and be recognized as the Broncos’ “Legend of the Game” for their home opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars (1-0) on Sunday.
— Yahoo Sportsby ARNIE STAPLETON

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