Chiefs’ Derrick Thomas Makes Final Appearance Against Denver Broncos on Sunday

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Published: December 6, 2009

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... the Kansas City Chiefs, his spirit will undoubtedly be in attendance at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday against the Denver Broncos.

Thomas, whose number 58 will be retired by the Chiefs on Sunday, sacked Broncos' quarterback John Elway more than any other quarterback during his 11-year career in Kansas City. Against no other opponent would it be more appropriate for the Chiefs to retire Thomas' number.

During his career, Thomas registered 126.5 quarterback sacks, the fourth-highest amount in NFL history by a linebacker, including the most sacks in the 1990's with 116.5.

On Sunday, the 3-8 Chiefs will entertain a Broncos team that is fighting to stay in the playoff race, losing four of their last five after starting out 6-0, and who is struggling to move the ball offensively. The question for the Chiefs is whether someone will be able to channel the energy from the fans, that will undoubtedly be present with the retirement of Thomas' number at halftime, to turn in...

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