Jim McMillin, a former defensive back for the Denver Broncos and Oakland Raiders, has died. He was 83. The Raiders made the announcement Sunday.
"The Raiders Family mourns the passing of Jim McMillin, who played defensive back for the Silver and Black from 1963-64," the organization said in a statement Sunday.
"McMillin played five total seasons in the AFL with both Oakland and Denver, and finished his pro career with 14 interceptions. The thoughts and prayers of the Raider Nation are with Jim's wife Phyllis and the entire McMillin family at this time." Lionel Taylor, #87, is sandwiched by two defenders in a passing play, Jim McMillin, left, almost came up with interception but could not hang onto ball in Broncos intrasquad game Sunday in July 1966.McMillin was a standout at Colorado State before he joined the Broncos in 1961. He played in 14 games his rookie season and had five interceptions. In his sophomore season, he played in 14 games again and had four interceptions for the Broncos, one of which was returned for a touchdown.
He had two interceptions returned for a touchdown in his career and two fumbles returned for a touchdown.
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