"Champion QB and Mathematician Frank Ryan Passes at 87"
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Frank Ryan, the cerebral quarterback who led the Cleveland Browns to their 1964 NFL championship, has passed away at 87 due to complications from Alzheimer's disease. Beyond his successful 13-year NFL career, Ryan was notable for his academic achievements, earning a Ph.D. in mathematics and teaching at prestigious institutions such as Rice and Yale. He also introduced computers to the U.S. House of Representatives, creating an electronic voting system. Ryan's life was a blend of athletic prowess and intellectual rigor, leaving a legacy in both the sports and academic worlds.
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