Paul Brown ranks fourth among NFL's greatest head coaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 9:56 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Paul Brown, the founder of the Cincinnati Bengals, is recognized as the fourth greatest head coach in NFL history, according to CBS Sports. Known for his innovative contributions to the game, such as creating practice squads and the modern facemask, Brown's coaching career includes significant success with the Cleveland Browns, where he won seven championships in ten years. His legacy in the NFL includes being a Hall of Fame member and an influential figure in breaking the color barrier in professional football. The recognition highlights Brown's enduring impact on the league more than half a century after he founded the Bengals in 1967.
- •Paul Brown founded the Bengals in 1967
- •Ranked fourth among all-time NFL coaches
- •Innovated practice squads and modern facemasks
- •Achieved seven championships with the Cleveland Browns
- •Member of the NFL Hall of Fame
- 9:56 PMYahoo Sports — Bengals founder Paul Brown ranked among the best NFL head coaches of all time
"Brown is still known as one of the greatest football minds ever.
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