AFC East

Dolphins React To Death Of Former Franchise Wide Receiver

By Chris Rosvoglou Marlin Briscoe, the first Black starting quarterback in American pro football history, passed away this week. He was 76 years old. Briscoe started his pro career with the Denver Broncos. He then spent time with the Buffalo Bills before making his way over to the Miami Dolphins. One of the most notable moments from Briscoe's career was the fact that he was part of the 1972 Dolphins team that went undefeated. On Monday night, the Dolphins issued a statement on Briscoe's passing. "Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Marlin Briscoe," the Dolphins said. The Broncos al…