Paul Brown's Offensive Strategies for Rookie Paul Robinson, 1969 Bengals
The page highlights the coaching philosophy of Paul Brown, head coach of the Cincinnati Bengals, during their inaugural season in 1968. Brown is known for his preference for powerful running backs, recalling his experiences with players like Marion Motley and Jimmy Brown while he was with the Cleveland Browns. In this context, he identified Paul Robinson as a significant talent. Robinson emerged as a key player for the Bengals, surpassing 1,000 rushing yards primarily through plays involving strongside sweeps. In his rookie season, Robinson received the ball a league-leading 238 times, showcasing his integral role in the team’s offensive strategy. The page also features a diagram of a specific play that emphasizes Robinson's deployment in the offense, illustrating Brown's innovative approach to play calling and his ability to adapt strategies to utilize Robinson's skills.