The 1990 season was the Denver Broncos' 31st year in professional football and their 21st with the National Football League (NFL).

After reaching Super Bowl XXIV, the Broncos struggled and finished with their worst post-merger record in a 16-game season, 5–11.

This mark would be eclipsed by the 2010 edition of the team, which finished 4–12.

[1] Running backs (RB) Wide receivers (WR) Tight ends (TE) Defensive linemen (DL) Defensive backs (DB) Special teams 47 active, 10 inactive, 1 practice squad Reserve

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