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NFL Legend Dub Jones Passes Away at 99

Dub Jones, a dual-threat star of the Cleveland Browns' dynasty, leaves behind a legacy of remarkable achievements, including a record-tying six touchdowns in a single game.

  • Dub Jones was a standout player for the Cleveland Browns from 1948 to 1955, contributing to three NFL championships and two AAFC titles.
  • Jones is renowned for scoring six touchdowns in a single game against the Chicago Bears in 1951, a record only matched by three other players in NFL history.
  • Throughout his career, Jones accumulated 2,210 rushing yards and 2,874 receiving yards, with a total of 41 touchdowns.
  • After retiring as a player, Jones returned to the Browns as an assistant coach from 1963 to 1968, mentoring future Hall of Famers.
  • Jones was inducted into several halls of fame, including the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame in 1982 and the Browns Legends program in 2004.
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