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Browns Hall of Famer Gene Hickerson dies at 73

Let's take a moment from the debate to honor a true great.  Former Browns guard Gene Hickerson has passed away at 73.  Hickerson blocked for three future Hall Of Famers - Jim Brown, Leroy Kelly, and Bobby Mitchell. Jim Brown called him the greatest downfield blocker of all time, and said this in a statement released by the Browns today:

"We all eventually leave this earth at some time, but I am so glad he was able to leave with his dignity and with the recognition from all of us - his former teammates, the fans and writers - who wanted him to go into the Hall of Fame after waiting so long for that honor. I truly respected him as a player and as a human being."

R.I.P., Gene.

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Hickerson was a beast in the open field. I credit Brown for knowing how to harness Gene’s talent. There were sweeps and screen passes where Gene would take out 2 defenders. And that is not to diminish the fine play of his teammate John Wooten at the other offensive guard position. R.I.P. Gene.

by elsandito on Oct 20, 2008 7:36 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

My last memory of him was Gene leading a sweep for Greg Pruitt against the Steelers I think for the winning score. Farewell #66 and thanks

Oh The People You Meet When Your Out of Ammo.........

by Juannieboy on Oct 21, 2008 5:16 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

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