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Lionel Taylor, a pioneering NFL receiver and original Denver Bronco, known for being the first to record 100 receptions in a season and for his coaching career, has died at age 89. He made significant contributions to football as a player and coach, including being the first African American NFL coordinator and a member of the Broncos' Ring of Fame.
Lionel Taylor, a pioneering NFL wide receiver and member of the Denver Broncos Ring of Fame, passed away at age 89. He was the first player in pro football history to record 100 catches in a season and held multiple franchise records, contributing significantly to the AFL and NFL, and later became a trailblazing coach, including the first Black NFL coordinator. His legacy as a player and coach profoundly impacted football history.