Denver Broncos debut throwback field design when they face the Raiders

DENVER (KDVR) – The Denver Broncos are debuting their 1977-inspired “Orange Crush” uniform for the first time, along with a new field design.

The Broncos face the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, which is also alumni weekend in Broncos Country. Throughout the weekend, the team will honor the 1977 Super Bowl team in several ways, including the coveted throwback jersey that fans have long awaited.

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The throwback jersey was the last to be released in the newly designed uniforms. At first, many fans were unimpressed with the new uniforms, hoping for a return similar to the ‘Orange Crush’ uniforms. Less than an hour later, the team announced what the fans wanted.

Sunday is one of two games the team will wear the throwback jersey, in honor of Denver beating the Raiders in the 1977 AFC Championship Game. But that’s not the only change this weekend.

The Broncos will also play on a field inspired by the 1977 team. It will be painted to look as it did on Jan. 1, 1978, when the Broncos advanced to the franchise’s first Super Bowl. Here’s what it will look like:

The end zones will be painted blue with “BRONCOS” painted over them. Meanwhile, unlike the current pitch design, there will be no logo in midfield.

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This weekend the Broncos are expecting more than 100 alumni, with an on-field appearance by Hall of Famer Randy Gradishar

Kickoff between the Broncos and Raiders will take place on Sunday at 2:05 p.m. The match will be broadcast live on FOX31.

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