NFL Officially Incorporates AAFC Statistics, Updating Historical Records

The decision recognizes the All-America Football Conference's contributions, revising coaching, player, and team records in professional football history.

• Paul Brown's coaching record now includes 52 additional wins from the AAFC, moving him to seventh on the all-time list with 222 victories.
• The Cleveland Browns are now recognized with eight championships, including four from the AAFC, surpassing the Pittsburgh Steelers' six titles.
• The 1948 San Francisco 49ers hold the new single-season rushing record with 3,663 yards and a 6.07 yards-per-carry average.
• Marion Motley ranks fourth all-time in career rushing average at 5.7 yards per carry, reflecting his AAFC achievements.
• The NFL plans to list AAFC champions separately in its record books, preserving historical distinctions while acknowledging the league's significance.

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