Craig Morton, NFL QB Who Led Cowboys & Broncos to Super Bowls, Dies at 83 (2026)

Craig Morton’s passing years were more than just football—they were milestones in college and the NFL. A former Denver Broncos quarterback who led the team to its first Super Bowl appearance in 1977, Morton left an indelible mark on sports history. Born in Flint, Michigan, he rose to fame as a collegiate star, leading the University of California to national acclaim. His success earned him All-American honors and a Hall of Fame induction in 1992. After retiring in 1982, Morton passed the torch to John Elway, a future Hall of Famer, completing a legacy that spanned decades.