Broncos’ Demaryius Thomas Sets Franchise Single-Game Record for Receiving Yards

October 7, 2014   ·   Bleacher Report Milestones   ·   Jump to comments

Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas had a career-high 226 receiving yards in Sunday's 41-20 win over the Arizona Cardinals, setting a franchise single-game record for receiving yards, per ESPN Stats & Info.
Thomas, who struggled through the first three weeks of the season, turned in his historic performance against a secondary that's viewed as one of the league's best, led by cornerbacks Patrick Peterson and Antonio Cromartie.
No matter, the imposing 6'3" veteran ran circles around the Cardinals, finishing with eight catches for 226 yards and two touchdowns on 16 targets.
Thomas almost produced an even bigger game, as he had an easy 77-yard touchdown wiped out by a chop block penalty against tight end Julius Thomas, who became the subject of criticism for his illegal hit that resulted in a serious knee injury for superstar Cardinals defensive end Calais Campbell.
In any case, Thomas is now on pace for 84 receptions, 1,468 yards and 12 touchdowns, with ...

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