Bobby Ray Franklin, who played six seasons with the Browns from 1960-1966, died May 13 at the age of 88.

Franklin is preceded in death by his parents, Nolan and Mottie Franklin, sister Wanda Park and brother Wallace Franklin. He is survived by his wife of 53 years JoAn Franklin, daughter Ashley Franklin, son Bobby Ray Franklin Jr. (Jennifer), sister Peggy Jenner and brother Larry Franklin.

Franklin was born in 1963 in Clarksdale, Miss., and played college football at Ole Miss on a football scholarship. He played for three years as a quarterback and defensive back, earning honors such as 1958 Gator Bowl MVP and 1960 Sugar Bowl MVP. In 1959, the Ole Miss Rebels were declared national champions by multiple selection committees.

Franklin was then drafted by the Browns as a defensive back in

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