Former Denver Broncos wide receiver Lionel Taylor has died at the age of 89. Taylor starred for the Broncos beginning with their inaugural season in the American Football League in 1960.

Former Denver Broncos star Lionel Taylor, an original member of the franchise and an inductee into their Ring of Fame, died earlier this month, the team announced on Wednesday afternoon. He was 89. Taylor’s family confirmed that he died Aug.

Lionel Taylor, a four-time All-Pro and a trailblazer as an NFL assistant coach, died on Aug. 6 at the age of 89, the Broncos announced on Wednesday.