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.