When the Denver Broncos acquired Jim Turner from the New York Jets in a 1971 offseason trade, the Broncos not only were gaining one of the key pieces to their first hint of playoff success but also one of the most illustrious kickers in pro football history.
He joined Denver after having played seven seasons for the Jets (1964-70), helping lead the club to a victory in Super Bowl III against Baltimore in one of the greatest playoff upsets in history.
“I think kicking in Shea Stadium prior to becoming a Denver Bronco would harden anybody,” Turner says.