Tommy James

Defensive Back

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In eight seasons with the Browns, Tommy James was a mainstay in the team's defensive backfield as he helped the Browns to two championships in the All-America Football Conference (1948 and '49) and three NFL Championships (1950, '54 and '55). He began his professional career with the Detroit Lions in 1947 and joined the Browns in 1948. James intercepted 26 passes in six (1950-55) seasons in the NFL, including a personal-best 9 interceptions in 1950. James earned numerous accolades throughout his career, including a spot in the 1954 Pro Bowl. He played for legendary coach Paul Brown in Cleveland, Ohio State and Massillon (Ohio) High School.