- Jim Brown, legendary running back for the Cleveland Browns, dies at age 87.
- Brown won multiple MVP awards and led the league in rushing yards eight times.
- He was a leading voice on civil rights issues during an era of racial tension.
- Brown faced legal troubles off the field, including incidents of alleged violence against women.
- He also played basketball and lacrosse in college at Syracuse.
Jim Brown, Legendary NFL Running Back, Dies at 87
The Cleveland Browns star, who was also a leading voice on civil rights issues, is regarded as one of the greatest players in football history
Andrew Beaton
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