Otis Taylor, a beloved member of the Kansas City Chiefs, passed away on Friday, shocking the nation.
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The news that arguably the greatest wide receiver in the history of the Kansas City Chiefs had passed away at the age of 80 was made public on the team’s official website and Twitter account on Friday afternoon. The organization and his family have not disclosed the circumstances surrounding his death.
Clark Hunt, the CEO, and owner of the team issued a statement regarding Otis Taylor’s passing in conjunction with the tragic news.
“The Kansas City Chiefs organization is saddened by the passing of Otis Taylor. My family and I would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to Otis’ wife Regina, his sister Odell and the entire Taylor family as we mourn his passing. Otis was a Chief throughout his 11-year career, and he played an integral part in the early success of our franchise”.
“He became a Kansas City icon with his signature touchdown in Super Bowl IV, as he helped the Chiefs bring home our first Lombardi Trophy. He was one of the most dynamic receivers of his era, and he helped revolutionize the position. Off-the-field, he was kind and dedicated to his community. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. Otis’ legacy will live forever as a member of the Chiefs Hall of Fame.”
