Athletes going out on top

A look at some of the top athletes who have gone out as champions.

1 - 8 of 8

1 - 8 of 8

5 of 8 photos

John Elway: After coming up short in three Super Bowls during the 1980s, the Broncos' Hall of Famer finished his career with back-to-back titles, the second coming against the Falcons in Super Bowl XXXIII. (Photo by Allen Kee/Getty Images)
John Elway: After coming up short in three Super Bowls during the 1980s, the Broncos' Hall of Famer finished his career with back-to-back titles, the second coming against the Falcons in Super Bowl XXXIII. (Photo by Allen Kee/Getty Images)