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May 6, 2024 · Marion Motley's story of adversity, personal tragedy and triumph as a pro football player. More. Gifted football star Marion Motley was one of pro football’s first black players. In 1946, Motley was one of four African American men to break pro football’s color barrier when he joined the Cleveland Browns.
5 days ago · No AAFC team benefited more than Paul Brown's Cleveland Browns, whose roster of stars included fullback Marion Motley and linebacker Bill Willis. Acceptance came grudgingly, Motley said. "Of ...
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6 days ago · Marion Motley suffered a rib injury, Edgar Jones hurt his thigh, and Bill Boedeker had a knee injury, although all three were expected to play in the following week's game against the New York Yankees. Despite that the Colts game was the Browns' home opener, only 21,621 were in attendance, the smallest home crowd in the club's four-year history.
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May 9, 2024 · #41 – Marion Motley A native of Canton, Ohio, Marion Motley came to the University of Nevada in 1940 where he quickly established himself as a star. Wearing No. 41, Motley broke into the starting lineup at fullback and linebacker and played for the Wolf Pack for three seasons from 1940-42.
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1 day ago · Marion Motley: 1968: Fullback: Cleveland Browns (AAFC/ NFL) 1946–1953 Pittsburgh Steelers: 1955 Mike Munchak: 2001: Guard: Houston Oilers: 1982–1993 Anthony Muñoz ** 1998: Offensive tackle: Cincinnati Bengals: 1980–1992 George Musso ^ 1982: Tackle, Guard
Marion Motley, a product of South Carolina State and Nevada, became one of the most dominant and influential fullbacks in NFL history during his nine-year career. As one of the first African American players in the modern era of the NFL, Motley's impact on the game extended far beyond his on-field accomplishments.
