Pro Football Hall of Fame Legend Jim Brown Dies at 87
Cleveland Browns Star Passed Away in Los Angeles
There are greats in every sport. Few, however, transcend them. Jim Brown did just that in his NFL career with the Cleveland Browns from 1957-65.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame running back, who went on to be an actor and activist, died Thursday at the age of 87 at his home in Los Angeles.
Brown’s wife, Monique, was by his side.
Brown starred at Syracuse University in football and lacrosse.
He was selected by the Cleveland Browns with the sixth pick in the 1957 draft.
His NFL career was nothing short of remarkable.
Per ClevelandBrowns.com:
- Three-time NFL MVP (1957, 1958 and 1965) — the only non-quarterback in NFL history to win the award three times.
- Named NFL Rookie of the Year in 1957.
- First player in NFL history to eclipse 10,000 career rushing yards.
- Rushed for 12,312 yards on 2,359 career carries in 118 games.
- When he retired, he held the NFL record for rushing attempts, rushing yards and rushing touchdowns.
Statement from the NFL regarding Jim Brown. pic.twitter.com/4YW3E8UJBy
— Harold R. Kuntz (@HaroldRKuntz3) May 19, 2023
Statement from the NFL regarding Jim Brown. pic.twitter.com/4YW3E8UJBy
— Harold R. Kuntz (@HaroldRKuntz3) May 19, 2023
The greatest RB ever. RIP Jim Brown. pic.twitter.com/ra8ImDj4ZL
— ESPN Cleveland (@ESPNCleveland) May 19, 2023
Jim Brown Forever 🧡🤎♾️
Legend. Leader. Activist. Visionary.
It’s impossible to describe the profound love and gratitude we feel for having the opportunity to be a small piece of Jim’s incredible life and legacy. We mourn his passing, but celebrate the indelible light he… pic.twitter.com/F2rrTUnsc1
— Cleveland Browns (@Browns) May 19, 2023
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