Vince Pacewic

Vincent Charles Pacewic (May 28, 1920 – April 1, 1990) was an American professional football halfback in the National Football League (NFL) for the Washington Redskins. He played college football at Loyola University of Los Angeles and University of San Francisco. He was drafted in the 27th round of the 1943 NFL draft.

College football and military service Pacewic played on the Lions' freshman team during his first year at Loyola of Los Angeles in 1940, and made the full roster in the 1941 and 1942 seasons. He was then drafted in the 27th round of the 1943 NFL draft by the Washington Redskins, but did not sign with the team as he served in the United States Army during World War II. Following the end of the war, he returned to college football in 1946. Now enrolled at the University of San Francisco, Pacewic played one season with the San Francisco Dons before going pro in 1947. Ultimately, the Rams chose not to keep Pacewic on the roster, and traded him back to the Redskins on September 6, 1947.

Washington Redskins

Appearing in only two games, Pacewic made 5 receptions for 42 yards, and never rushed once, despite his position being listed as running back. However, the injury proved to be season-ending, as he was ruled out for several more games following the injury.

The Redskins put him on the trade bloc in mid-November 1947, and he never played another down of professional football.

Later life and death Pacewic died in Los Angeles on April 1, 1990, at the age of 69 years old.