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Turk Edwards

1907 – 1973

American football player and coach

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Lived 1907 – 1973 (aged 65). Turk Edwards was an American american football player and american football coach.

Albert Glen "Turk" Edwards (September 28, 1907 – January 10, 1973) was an American professional football player who was a tackle in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Washington State Cougars, earning All-American honors in 1930. Edwards played his entire NFL career with the Washington Redskins, starting with their first six seasons in Boston, and later became the head coach. Edwards was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1969.

College career After graduation from high school in 1928 in Clarkston, Washington, Edwards played college football at Washington State College (now University) in nearby Pullman from 1929 to 1931. He helped lead the Cougars to a record during the 1930 season and an invitation to the on Edwards and teammate became the first All-Americans from Washington State. The nickname "Turk" was given to him by head coach

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
Washington State University
Awards
Pro Football Hall of Fame
Also known as
Albert Glen Edwards, Albert Glen "Turk" Edwards

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Turk Edwards's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Turk Edwards?

American football player and coach (1907–1973)

When was Turk Edwards born?

Turk Edwards was born on 28 September 1907 in Douglas County.

When did Turk Edwards die?

Turk Edwards died on 10 January 1973 in Seattle.

What was Turk Edwards's occupation?

Turk Edwards was an american football player and american football coach.

What nationality was Turk Edwards?

Turk Edwards was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Turk Edwards

· Wikidata: Q949018

· DBpedia: Turk Edwards

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