Turk Edwards
Inducted:
1969
Player Stats
6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
255 lb (116 kg)
Born:
September 28, 1907
Mold, Washington, U.S.
Died:
January 10, 1973
Kirkland, Washington, U.S.
Position:
Tackle
College:
Washington State
Turk Edwards was one of the NFL’s original giants—both in size and in impact. A dominant two-way tackle during the 1930s, Edwards spent his entire nine-year career with the Boston/Washington franchise, helping establish the team as a perennial contender. Known for his strength, smarts, and clean play, he was a three-time All-NFL selection and a key part of Washington's first championship team.
His career ended in a freak injury during a coin toss in 1940, yet his legacy remained strong. Edwards was named to the NFL 1930s All-Decade Team and became a symbol of early pro football excellence. He later coached Washington and continued to shape the game from the sidelines. In 1969, he was honored as one of the inaugural inductees into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Edwards' Awards and Honors
- 3× First-team All-Pro (1934, 1936, 1937)
- 70 Greatest Redskins
- First-team All-American (1930)
- 2× First-team All-PCC (1930, 1931)
NFL Records
- NFL champion (1937)
- Played entire 9-year career with one franchise – Boston/Washington
- Named to the NFL 1930s All-Decade Team
- NFL All-Star (1939)
NFL Teams
Boston Braves / Redskins / Washington Redskins (1932–1940)
Number Worn:
17
NFL Stats
Seasons:
9 (1932–1940)
Games played:
86
Starts:
77
Touchdowns:
2
Games Played:
86
