Birthdate: June 5, 1920
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Leesburg, Georgia
Died: June 27, 1999
Marion Motley was a versatile American football player who played fullback and linebacker for the Cleveland Browns in both the All-America Football Conference (AAFC) and the National Football League (NFL). Known for his exceptional skills on offense and defense, Motley excelled as a pass-blocker and rusher. He made history by breaking the color barrier in professional football and persevered through racism during his career. Despite these challenges, Motley played a crucial role in the Browns’ success, contributing to multiple championship wins and eventually being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1968.
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