6 Football Players who Played for Broncos and Cardinals
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Well, good news, you’re in the right place.
I’ve done some research and have found players who played on both the Broncos and Cardinals.
Jake Plummer
Jake Plummer played college football at Arizona State University, where he earned Pac-10 Player of the Year honors and led the Sun Devils to the Rose Bowl. His college success translated into being selected by the Arizona Cardinals in the second round of the 1997 NFL Draft.
During his time with the Cardinals, Plummer became the face of the franchise, leading them to a playoff victory in 1998. He then joined the Denver Broncos in 2003 and found even more success. In 2005, he helped lead the Broncos to the AFC Championship Game, falling just one game short of the Super Bowl.
Plummer’s NFL career was characterized by his ability to make plays outside the pocket and his fearless approach to the game. Though inconsistency sometimes plagued his performances, his flair for dramatic, game-winning plays earned him the nickname “Jake the Snake.”
Plummer Key Stats
- Pro Bowl (Broncos)
- 3000+ Yard Passing Season (Cardinals, Broncos)
Chase Edmonds
Chase Edmonds was selected in the fourth round of the 2018 NFL Draft, 134th overall, by the Arizona Cardinals. Edmonds was utilized as both a primary running back and a complement to other backs in the Cardinals’ system.
His stats have seen a gradual increase, and he has proven to be a valuable asset, especially in PPR (Points Per Reception) fantasy football leagues, thanks to his receiving skills.
After 4 years in Arizona, Edmonds split time in 2022 with the Broncos and the Dolphins, but injuries hampered his overall production for the year.
John Brown
John Brown was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in the third round of the 2014 NFL Draft, Brown showcased his ability to stretch the field early on. His breakthrough season came in 2015 when he notched over 1000 receiving yards and seven touchdowns.
Brown’s stint with the Cardinals was marked by consistent production but also by struggles with injuries. He signed with the Baltimore Ravens for the 2018 season, where he led the team in receiving yards, despite a mid-season quarterback change.
Brown then joined the Buffalo Bills in 2019, where he had a standout season with over 1000 yards receiving and six touchdowns. Brown then bounced around with a few teams in 2021 before landing back in Buffalo.
Brown Key Stats
- 1000+ Yard Receiving Season (Cardinals, Bills)
Matt Prater
Matt Prater is a placekicker who’s known for his strong leg and accuracy in clutch situations. He went undrafted in the 2006 NFL Draft but was later signed by the Detroit Lions, where he didn’t make the final roster.
Prater bounced around a bit early in his career but ultimately found a home with the Denver Broncos, where he spent the first half of his career. In 2013, he set the NFL record for the longest successful field goal, kicking a 64-yarder in a game against the Tennessee Titans.
In 2014, Prater was suspended for violating the league’s substance-abuse policy, and the Broncos released him. He was subsequently picked up by the Detroit Lions, where he solidified his reputation as one of the NFL’s best kickers.
Prater Key Stats
- Pro Bowl (Broncos, Lions)
Vonnie Holliday
Vonnie Holliday was selected in the 1st round, 19th overall, by the Green Bay Packers in the 1998 NFL Draft. The defensive end made an immediate impact, earning All-Rookie honors.
Holliday had a 15-year career in the NFL, playing for multiple teams including the Packers, Kansas City Chiefs, Miami Dolphins, Denver Broncos, Washington Football Team, and the Arizona Cardinals.
Known for his pass-rushing skills, Holliday accumulated 62.5 sacks, 599 tackles, and 9 forced fumbles over his career. He also had a knack for making plays in crucial situations, often coming up with big sacks or tackles for a loss.
Steve Beuerlein
Steve Beuerlein had a long and solid NFL career as a quarterback, spanning 17 seasons from 1987 to 2003.
He was drafted by the Raiders, and while he found success with several teams, his most impressive stint was with the Carolina Panthers from 1996 to 2000, including a Pro Bowl season in 1999 where he threw for a league-leading 4436 yards with 36 touchdowns.
Known for his resilience, Beuerlein moved around a lot during his career, playing for five different teams and amassing over 24,000 passing yards and 147 touchdowns.
Beuerlein Key Stats
- Pro Bowl (Panthers)
- 3000+ Yard Passing Season (Cardinals, Panthers)
