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Legendary Broncos DC Joe Collier dead at 91

Collier is credited as the architect of the “Orange Crush” defense, which the Broncos utilized during the 1870s and 1980s. The renowned 3-4 defense helped Denver reach the Super Bowl in the 1977, 1986, and 1987 seasons.

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