Leroy Kelly

Running Back

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Kelly was an eighth-round draft choice of the Browns in 1964. Kelly started his career as a punt and kick returner until he took over for Jim Brown when Brown retired after the 1965 season. Kelly was a 1,000-yard rusher in his first three years after becoming a starter in 1966. Kelly won NFL rushing titles in 1967 and '68. He was a two-time punt return champion, leading the NFL in 1965 and the AFC in 1971. Kelly was named All-NFL five times and named to six Pro Bowls. Kelly's career statistics included 7,274 yards rushing, 2,281 reception yards, 2,774 return yards and 12,329 combined yards. He scored 90 touchdowns in his career. Kelly holds a team single-season record with a 15.59 average on punt returns in 1965. His combined career yardage is second only to Jim Brown in team history. He was born on May 20, 1942 in Philadelphia, Pa.

-- Fred Greetham