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In the 103-year history of the NFL, several of the game's iconic players have stood the test of the time. One of those players is former Cleveland Browns great Jim Brown, who at the age of 87. Brown's football career, which ended in 1965, remains one of the most decorated in league Pat Neshek Jersey history.Many who saw Brown play consider him to be not only the best running back in NFL history, but the best player in NFL history. It's not hard to make Brown's case, as he dominated his position like few others have. Despite having a relatively short nine-year career, Brown's time in the NFL continued to be celebrated to the point that the league recently named an award in Brown's honor recognizing the league's annual rushing champion.Is Brown the greatest player in NFL history? We decided to find out by ranking each of the league's 25 greatest players. Before we dive in, here was the criteria that went into making the list.Individual succe s/accolades wonDominance during his eraLongevity and career milestones achievedEnduring impact/legacyTeam succe s/championships wonRanking relative to his positionWithout further ado, here's the list of the greatest 25 players in NFL history: 25. Bruce Matthews, OL (1983-2001): Arguably the greatest interior offensive linemen in NFL history. Matthews was selected to 14 straight Pro Bowls while playing three different positions during that span. In 1999, the then-38-year-old Matthews received his sixth of seven career All-Pro nods while helping the Titans reach the Super Bowl.24. Night Train Lane, DB (1948-1961):A player who struck fear into opponents, Lane recorded 68 interceptions during his career that included an NFL-record 14 picks during his rookie season. Along with being a cagy pa s defender, Lane was a ferocious tackler who inspired several NFL rules.23. Emlem Tunnell, DB (1948-1961):A pioneer in several respects, Tunnell became the first Black player to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1967. A longtime Giant who helped New York win the 1956 NFL title, Tunnell retired after the 1962 season as the NFL's career leader with 79 interceptions and 1,282 interception return yards. His 158 consecutive games played was also an NFL record. 22. Don Hutson, WR (1935-1945):A player decades ahead of his time, Hudson was the NFL's first prolific wideout. Called an "end" in those days, Hudson led Richie Ashburn Jersey the NFL in receiving seven times, receptions eight times and touchdown catches on nine occasions. A multiple league MVP, Hudson led the Packers to three championships and is the first player in NFL history to record a 1,000-yard receiving season. His 99 career touchdowns is still the 11th-highest total in NFL history despite playing his final game in 1945.21. Tony Gonzalez, TE (1997-2013):Gonzalez enjoyed a remarkable run of consistent excellence during his 17-year career. He was selected to his first Jorge Alfaro Jersey Pro Bowl at age 23 in 1999 and his last in 2013 at age 37. In between, Gonzalez was selected to 12 other Pro Bowls while becoming the most prolific tight end in NFL history. He is third all time in receptions, sixth in career receiving yards and eighth in career touchdown receptions.20. Gale Sayers, RB (1965-1971):Sayers packed a lot into a short career. The "Kansas Comet" ama sed 9,435 combined net yards and scored 336 points in 68 games with the Chicago Bears. Along with being one of the greatest running backs in history, Sayers retired as the NFL's all-time leader in kickoff return yards. As a rookie in 1965, the graceful Sayers scored 20 touchdowns (in just 14 games) that included a single-game record six scores against the 49ers. 19. Rod Woodson, DB (1987-2003):One of the greatest athletes who has ever played in the NFL, Woodson excelled during his 17-year career as a cornerback, safety and returner. The NFL's DPOY in 1993, Woodson made history two years later by becoming the first athlete in a major American profe sional sport to return to play in the same season after undergoing major knee surgery. Five years after that, Woodson played an integral role on the Ravens' historically dominant defense that led Baltimore to its first Super Bowl win. Woodson then reached the Super Bowl with a third team -- the Raiders -- two years later after leading the NFL in interceptions at Drew Hutchison Jersey age 37.18. Alan Page, DT (1967-1981):Along with anchoring the Vikings' legendary "Purple People Eater" defense, Page owns the distinction as the first defensive player to win NFL MVP. A Pro Bowler each year from 1968-76, Page ama sed 148.5 career sacks, an unheard of number for a defensive tackle. Page's dominance helped the Vikings win three NFC titles and an NFL crown in 1969. He finished his career with three extremely solid seasons with the Bears, recording three sacks in his final game.17. Anthony Munoz, LT (1980-1992):The greatest left tackle in NFL history, Munoz earned 11 straight Pro Bowl nods and was an All-Pro in nine of his 13 seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals. A pillar on the Bengals' first two Super Bowl teams, Munoz's pa s protection helped both Ken Anderson and Boomer Esiason win league MVPs. 16. Emmitt Smith, RB (1990-2004):The small but strong running back was the engine behind the Cowboys' 1990s dynasty. From 1991-95, Smith won four rushing titles, league and Super Bowl MVPs and three Super Bowls. Smith continued to churn out 1,000-yard seasons after the Cowboys' championship years and remains the NFL's all-time career leader with 18,355 rushing yards and 164 rushing touchdowns.15. Randy Mo s, WR (1998-2010, 2012):Mo s' nickname, "The Freak," was fitting as he po se sed talents that at times appeared to be otherworldly. Mo s burst onto the scene as a rookie by catching 17 touchdowns for the 15-1 Vikings. Nine years later, Mo s enjoyed an historic partnership with Tom Brady that included both players setting individual records (Brady with 50 touchdown pa ses, Mo s with 23 touchdown catches) for the NFL's only undefeated team in a 16-game regular season. Mo s is second all-time behind Rice in career touchdown catches and is fourth all-time in receiving yards.14.Joe Greene, DT (1969-1981):The backbone of the Steelers' 1970s dynasty, "Mean Joe" won Defensive Player of the Year honors in 1972 and in 1974. In '74, Green spearheaded the Steelers' first of four Super Bowl wins during the decade. In Super Bowl IX, he intercepted Hall of Fame quarterback Fran Tarkenton and recovered a critical fumble as Pittsburgh's "Steel Curtain" defense shut out Minnesota's offense. Greene was so dominant that the NFL outlawed his stunt alignment that made him nearly impo sible for interior linemen to block. 13. Dan Marino, QB (1983- Zach Eflin Jersey 1999):Widely regarded as the greatest pure pa ser