Jack Russell


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Position: WR
Date of Birth: August 29, 1919
Height / Weight: 6'1" / 215 lbs
First Team: NYY (1946)
Last Team: NYY (1950)

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Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Jack Russell - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: August 29, 1919
Position: Wide Receiver (WR)

Career History

  • Team: New York Yankees (NYY)
  • Years Active: 1946 - 1950

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Played as a wide receiver in the early years of the NFL.
  • Contributed to the New York Yankees during a time when the team was part of the All-America Football Conference (AAFC) before transitioning to the NFL.
  • While specific statistics from his playing years are limited, he was known for his speed and receiving abilities.
  • Helped to pave the way for future generations of wide receivers in a developing league.

Legacy

Though not widely known today, Jack Russell is remembered as part of the early history of professional football, contributing to the expansion and popularity of the sport in its formative years.

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