Howard Twilley remembered as college football legend and two-time Super Bowl champion
Howard Twilley, college football legend and two-time Super Bowl champion with the Miami Dolphins, has passed away, leaving a significant legacy in the sport.
Howard Twilley, a two-time All-American at Tulsa and a standout player for the Miami Dolphins, passed away, leaving behind a legacy in both college and professional football.
The Houston, Texas native was the runner-up for the Heisman Trophy in 1965 and earned the UPI Lineman of the Year honour following a record-setting final season where he recorded 134 receptions for 1,779 receiving yards, records that stood for 24 and 30 years, respectively.
Tulsa Football tweeted on Thursday to honour their former player, calling him "one of the greatest receivers in college football history." They expressed their sadness, stating, "We are deeply saddened by the loss of Tulsa Football Legend and Hall of Famer, Howard Twilley. Our hearts and sympathies are with Twilley's family and his many friends."
Twilley was drafted by both the NFL and AFL in 1966 but went on to be selected by the Dolphins, where he spent his entire 11-year career, first in the AFL and then in the NFL.
During his career, he made 120 regular-season appearances, registering 212 catches for 3,064 yards and 23 touchdowns. He also contributed 13 catches and 186 yards in 11 playoff appearances.
Notably, Twilley scored the first-ever Super Bowl touchdown in the Miami franchise's history during Super Bowl VII, helping the team beat the Washington Redskins in an undefeated season that saw them finish with a 17-0 record. He was also part of the team that triumphed over the Minnesota Vikings in Super Bowl VIII the following year.
The football community extends its condolences to Howard Twilley's family, friends, and loved ones.
