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As we continue our series listing the best players to wear each jersey number for the Denver Broncos, we’ve reached another easy number. Steve Atwater was the best player to ever wear No.

NFL News / Broncos Wire / December 13

Ed Reed wanted to give his Hall of Fame spot to Steve Atwater in 2019

Former Baltimore Ravens safety Ed Reed was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility in 2019, but he wanted to give his spot in Canton to Denver Broncos legend Steve Atwater instead.

Denver Broncos News / FanNation Mile High Huddle / July 16

Broncos Legends: Top-5 Safeties of All Time

The Denver Broncos have a long list of great safeties to play for the team. In fact, it may be the longest list of greats at any position group in the history of the franchise.

Denver Broncos News / Yardbarker

The greatest Denver Broncos of all time

With three Super Bowls to their name and counting, the Broncos have seen a plethora of great players come through their building. In this list, we'll rank the greatest to ever wear orange and navy blue.

Denver Broncos News / FanNation Mile High Huddle / May 19

Broncos Rookie S JL Skinner Didn't Know Who Steve Atwater Was

Just days before the NFL Scouting Combine, safety JL Skinner suffered a torn pectoral. It was a massive stroke of misfortune, but you know what they say. Some things happen for a reason. The hard-hitting Boise State safety ended up falling all the way to the sixth round, where he fell into the clutches of the Denver Broncos.

Denver Broncos News / FanNation Mile High Huddle / December 14, 2022

Broncos S Justin Simmons Dishes on Steve Atwater’s HOF Influence

The Denver Broncos have a rich history at the safety position that includes legendary players like John Lynch (2004-07), Austin 'Goose' Gonsoulin (1960-67), Bill Thompson (1969-81), and Dennis Smith (1981-94).

NFL News / Gridiron Heroics / July 26, 2022

An Arkansas Throwback: Steve Atwater

Roaming the free safety position for the Broncos in the 90s, Steve Atwater was no stranger to success. During his illustrious NFL career, Atwater racked up eight pro-bowls and 2 super bowls.

Green Bay Packers News / FanNation Packer Central / February 10, 2022

Butler Did It: Packers Legend Elected to Pro Football Hall of Fame

The third time was the charm for former Green Bay Packers safety LeRoy Butler, who was selected for induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Thursday night.

Denver Broncos News / Mile High Report / December 11, 2021

Steve Atwater: Demaryius Thomas always made people feel special

Atwater joined Broncos Country Tonight to remember DT. The news of Demaryius Thomas has rocked the Denver Broncos. And with it, Broncos Country. The death of the 33-year-old still doesn’t feel real.

Denver Broncos News / Mile High Report / August 25, 2021

Steve Atwater likes the Broncos’ mentality in the preseason

Denver Broncos Hall of Fame safety Steve Atwater joined Broncos Country Tonight to talk about the last preseason game and the ongoing quarterback competition.

Denver Broncos News / Broncos Wire / August 9, 2021

Watch: Steve Atwater delivers Pro Football Hall of Fame speech

Former Denver Broncos safety Steve Atwater, a two-time Super Bowl champion, was enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday evening. Check out his full speech in the above video, courtesy of the NFL.

Denver Broncos News / Mile High Report / August 7, 2021

Steve Atwater to the PFHOF: Providing a decade of defensive dominance for the Denver Broncos

Statistics aren’t everything, but Atwater’s eye-popping numbers indicate a decade of dominance with the Denver Broncos. Once upon a time, Denver Broncos legendary safety Steve Atwater was a Pro Football Hall of Fame hopeful.

Denver Broncos News / Mile High Report / August 6, 2021

Steve Atwater in the Pro Football Hall of Fame: He made his biggest plays in the biggest moments

From an interception to spark the Drive II, to a strip sack in the Super Bowl, Atwater made big plays in big moments. Once upon a time, Denver Broncos legendary safety Steve Atwater was a Pro Football Hall of Fame hopeful.