Monk Gafford
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Position: RB
Date of Birth: October 1, 1920
Height / Weight: 5'11" / 195 lbs
First Team: BRK (1946)
Last Team: BRK (1948)
Running Back Stats
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Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Career History of Monk Gafford
Position: Running Back (RB)Date of Birth: October 1, 1920
Professional Career
- Brooklyn Dodgers (BRK) - 1946
- Miami Seahawks (MIA) - 1948
Career Highlights
- Monk Gafford played in the early years of the NFL, contributing to the league's growth post-World War II.
- He was known for his speed and agility on the field, making him a formidable running back during his time.
- Although playing for just two teams in his career, Gafford was part of the Brooklyn Dodgers, one of the original NFL teams.
- His later stint with the Miami Seahawks marked one of the early attempts to establish a team in Miami before the Dolphins were founded.
Legacy
While Monk Gafford may not be widely recognized today, his contributions during the formative years of the NFL helped lay the groundwork for the league's future. His participation in the league during its foundational years remains a point of interest for football historians and enthusiasts.
Source: gpt-4o-mini
3702, , 1920-10-01, Monk Gafford, Roy, Gafford
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