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Longtime Broncos’ kicker Jim Turner dies at 82

Jim Turner, former Broncos kicker and Ring of Famer, died Saturday, confirmed Monday by his family and the Broncos.

We're deeply saddened by the passing of #BroncosROF K Jim Turner.

Retiring as the second-leading scorer in NFL history, Jim was instrumental in helping establish our winning tradition as a key member of our first Super Bowl team.

Our hearts go out to the entire Turner family. pic.twitter.com/P3Sq9w5Wh4— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) June 12, 2023

Traded to the Broncos in 1971, Turner started his career with the Jets as the team’s 19th-round draft pick in 1963.