Lionel Taylor dies at 89: Broncos Ring of Fame receiver was first to log 100 catches in a season
Lionel Taylor, a former wide receiver for the Denver Broncos, has passed away at the age of 89. Taylor was a pioneering figure in the NFL, becoming the first player to record 100 receptions in a single season in 1961. Taylor spent the majority of his career with the Broncos, where he was inducted into the team's Ring of Fame. He was a dominant receiver, known for his exceptional hands and route-running abilities. His accomplishments in the early years of the AFL paved the way for the modern passing game and helped establish the Broncos as a competitive franchise. Though he never played in a Super Bowl, Taylor's legacy as a trailblazer and one of the most talented receivers of his era remains intact. His passing marks the end of an era for the Broncos and the NFL, as the league mourns the loss of a true pioneer of the game.
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