About Frank Akins
Lived 1919 – 1992 (aged 73). Frank Akins was an American american football player and basketball player.
Frank Scott Akins (March 31, 1919 – July 6, 1992) was an American football running back who played for the Washington Redskins of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Washington State University and was drafted in the 30th round of the 1943 NFL draft. He taught history and drivers education at Anderson High School, Anderson, CA.
NFL career statistics Legend Led the league Bold Career high
Year Team Games Rushing Receiving GP GS Att Yds Avg Lng TD Rec Yds Avg Lng TD 1943 WAS 6 0 10 25 2.5 11 0 1 51 51.0 51 0 1944 WAS 6 1 46 154 3.3 15 1 5 27 5.4 9 0 1945 WAS 10 2 147 797 5.4 45 6 8 57 7.1 18 0 1946 WAS 6 2 41 166 4.0 16 0 2 15 7.5 8 0 Career 28 5 244 1,142 4.7 45 7 16 150 9.4 51 0
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Who was Frank Akins?
American football player (1919-1992)
When was Frank Akins born?
Frank Akins was born on 31 March 1919 in Dutton.
When did Frank Akins die?
Frank Akins died on 6 July 1992.
What was Frank Akins's occupation?
Frank Akins was an american football player and basketball player.
What nationality was Frank Akins?
Frank Akins was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Frank Akins. https://biography.guide/frank-akins/
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