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Frank Ryan named the most underrated player in NFL history

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CLEVELAND, OH - NOVEMBER, 1962: (L to R) Quarterback Frank Ryan #13 of the Cleveland Browns confers with head coach Paul Brown on the sidelines during a game in November, 1962 at Municipal Stadium in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by: Tony Tomsic/Getty Images)

CLEVELAND, OH - NOVEMBER, 1962:  (L to R) Quarterback Frank Ryan #13 of the Cleveland Browns confers with head coach Paul Brown on the sidelines during a game in November, 1962 at Municipal Stadium in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by:  Tony Tomsic/Getty Images)

The Cleveland Browns were once known for their quarterback play, and while many may not realize it, Frank Ryan was one of the best in the league at the position.

It has been more than 50 years and counting since the Cleveland Browns last won an NFL championship.