Thursday, September 23, 2010

  1. Denver Broncos wide receiver Kenny McKinley was found dead in his home in Arapahoe County on Monday. Authorities believe the cause of death is suicide. Arapahoe Count Sheriff Grayson Robinson told the AP that authorities found McKinley dead at his residence with a self-inflicted gunshot wound to his head. Mckinley, 23 was put on the injured reserve prior to the start of the season. Mckinley played in 8 games as a return specialist his rookie year. Mckinley played football in college,where he became one of the most accomplished receivers in SEC history. He graduated as South Carolina's all-time leading receiver.  Broncos' owner Pat Bowlen issued a statement Monday, saying "he was part of the Broncos' family and will be greatly missed." Bronco's coach J. McDaniels released a statement saying Kenny had a promising future on the football field, but more importantly, he was a great teammate whose smile and personality could light up the room. This is a tragic loss for our football team, and his family is in all of our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time."  Kenny McKinley's college coach Steve Spurrier once called McKinley  the best receiver he's ever coach. Mckinley is the third Broncos player to have died in the last four years. Authorities are waiting on a field report before releasing more information on his death.

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