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Dave Ryan

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Position: RB
Date of Birth: February 3, 1923
Height / Weight: 5'10" / 190 lbs
First Team: DET (1945)
Last Team: BOS (1948)

Running Back Stats

Year Team Games Rush Att Rush Yds Rush TDs Rec Targets Rec Yds Rec TDs Fumbles Fantasy

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Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Career History of Dave Ryan

Full Name: Dave Ryan
Date of Birth: February 3, 1923
Position: Running Back (RB)

Professional Career

  • Detroit Lions (1945):
    • Joined the Lions in the inaugural season after World War II.
    • Played as a running back, contributing to the team's offensive efforts.
  • Boston Yanks (1946-1948):
    • Signed with the Boston Yanks, where he continued to showcase his skills at the running back position.
    • Competed in a challenging league with a focus on establishing a solid career in the NFL.

Highlights & Accomplishments

  • Played during a pivotal time in NFL history when the league was transitioning post-WWII.
  • Contributed to the offensive plays and strategies of both teams he played for.

Legacy

Although not a household name, Dave Ryan's contributions to the teams he played for during the 1940s reflect the dedication and talent of players from that era. His time in the NFL helped lay the groundwork for the evolution of the running back position.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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