WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Every member of the 2015 Broncos who attended Monday's ceremony wanted to meet President Obama.
Demaryius Thomas wanted to say something more: "Thank you."
Last summer, Obama granted clemency to Thomas' mother, Katina Smith. That led to her eventual release and the chance to watch Thomas play in person for the first time during the Broncos' postseason run in January and February.
"We talked for a quick second. I told him 'Thank you for what you've done for my family,' for giving my mother clemency," Thomas said.
The three-time Pro Bowl wide receiver passed along a handwritten thank-you note through the team's vice president of public relations, Patrick Smyth.