Nearly a decade into his career, Joel Bitonio has been a constant presence for the Cleveland Browns, bringing consistency and leadership to the offensive line for Cleveland. During his decade-long run, he's earned 6 nods to the Pro Bowl, with the most recent coming in 2022.
A 13-year career at the heyday of the Cleveland Browns saw Dick Schafrath pave the way for the iconic career of names like Jim Brown, providing offensive linemen duty as a tackle. As durable as they come, he earned 6 Pro Bowls in his career with Cleveland.
Taking over from Jim Brown was perhaps the hardest gig imaginable, but Leroy Kelly did a fine job in his 9 seasons in the league. An excellent speedster with strong vision, Kelly was able to break tackles with the best of them and ran his way to 6 Pro Bowl selections in his career.
Serving as an offensive guard to Jim Brown and Leroy Kelly, Gene Hickerson came to define the career of both men as an excellent offensive guard who could give them elite protection. He made 6 Pro Bowl teams and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2007.
The youngest name on this list, Myles Garrett has already established himself as one of the best defenders in the league. Especially elite against the pass, his physicality has made him one of the best edge rushers in the league, and earned him 6 Pro Bowl selections, including 5-straight beginning in 2020.
Masquerading as a kicker and offensive tackle, Lou Groza spent 21 years in the league as a member of the Cleveland Browns. His kicking accuracy was unmatched, all while providing versatility as a member of the offensive line, Groza made 9 Pro Bowls during his career, before being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1974.
On the short list of greatest NFL players of all-time, Jim Brown was dominating the league as previously unseen rate, with his explosive size and speed from the running back position. He led the league 8 times in his 9 seasons, and even won 3 NFL MVP awards.
An 11-year career saw Joe Thomas dominate as an OT for the Cleveland Browns, providing elite protection especially in passing situations. As consistent as he was dominant, he made the left tackle position as his own, and earned 10 Pro Bowl selections as well. In 2023, he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
