Browns Remember Willis

Posted by Matt Loede on November 29th, 2007 filed in News

The Browns began preparations for Sunday’s game against Arizona on Wednesday, but took time to reflect on the passing of Hall of Famer Bill Willis.  The first African-American professional football player died Tuesday night at the age of 86.  Head coach Romeo Crennel called Willis a pioneer and blazed the trail for guys like himself to be able to do what they are doing today in the NFL.


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