The Cleveland Browns are a franchise with not only a rich tradition and heritage, but an outstanding fan base that spans worl ... dwide. The Browns have a wonderful history and legacy of success that dates back to 1946 – the Club’s first year of existence when it played in the All-America Football Conference. The AAFC merged with the National Football League in 1950 and the Browns went on to appear in the title game in each of its first six years in the NFL, winning three. In all, the team boasts eight league championships and has 16 former players/coaches enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. read more