After previously announcing his retirement from the NFL this spring, cornerback Chris Harris signed a ceremonial contract with the Denver Broncos on Saturday to retire as a Bronco.
Harris, 35, originally signed with Denver as an undrafted free agent out of Kansas in 2011. He went on to become one of the best cornerbacks in franchise history, emerging as a key member of the “No Fly Zone” secondary that helped the team win Super Bowl 50 following the 2015 season.
The Broncos recognized Harris at Saturday’s walk-through practice and the cornerback will be honored against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday.
#NoFlyZone in the 🏡
Thanks for stopping by ahead of #LACvsDEN, @ChrisHarrisJr! pic.twitter.com/Tuv9TLWot0
— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) October 12, 2024
“Broncos Country, I can’t wait to see you [Sunday],” Harris said in a video on the team’s official X page. “It’s going to be a lot of fun. I’m going to get you all hyped before the game so make sure you get there early!”
It was great to welcome back Chris, his wife Leah and their five daughters to the Broncos’ facility today.
Chris was part of 90 wins in nine seasons as a Bronco, including five consecutive AFC West titles and the winningest five-year period in franchise history. https://t.co/Jm1VoHafSX
— Patrick Smyth (@psmyth12) October 12, 2024
Harris earned four Pro Bowl nods and three All-Pro honors during his time in Denver. The cornerback broke up 86 passes and recorded 20 interceptions, returning four for touchdowns with the Broncos. Harris spent the final years of his career with the Chargers and New Orleans Saints before hanging up his cleats.
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