Lionel Taylor, a former wide receiver for the Denver Broncos and member of the Ring of Fame, has passed away at the age of 89. Taylor played for the Broncos from 1960 to 1966, becoming the first receiver in professional football to achieve 100 receptions in a season. He also had the distinction of being one of the first African-American coaches to serve as an offensive coordinator in the NFL. His contributions significantly shaped the legacy of the franchise while dominating the AFL in receiving yards during his career.
Lionel Taylor, an original Denver Bronco and a Ring of Fame member, died at age 89 on August 6, leaving a significant legacy in professional football.
As the first receiver in AFL or NFL history to record over 100 receptions in a season, Taylor's achievement in 1961 was monumental for the sport.
Taylor was also a groundbreaking figure as one of the first African-American coaches to serve as an offensive coordinator in the NFL during the 1980s.
His impactful seven-season tenure with the Broncos saw him lead the AFL in receiving five times, marking him as one of the dominant players of his era.
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