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 on Aug.

Broncos Ring of Fame receiver Lionel Taylor, the franchise’s first star after its inception in 1960, has died at 89 years old, the team announced.

Taylor's historic 1961 season came just after he caught 92 passes on the Broncos' inaugural 1960 team, making him the only pro football player to ever lead a league with 90 or more receptions in two separate seasons -- a feat which would not be matched again until Sterling Sharpe had three between 1989 and 1993.