In 1984, Pat Bowlen paid $78 million for the Denver Broncos; 38 years later, his family sold the team for $4.65 billion Nov 1, 2026 @ 1:47amFootball > NFL > Denver BroncosAthlon SportsPat Bowlen bought the Broncos for $78 million, and his trust sold them for nearly 60 times that. Read moreIn 1984, Pat Bowlen paid $78 million for the Denver Broncos; 38 years later, his family sold the team for $4.65 billion