Lou Karras


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Position: OL
Date of Birth: September 19, 1927
Height / Weight: 6'4" / 241 lbs
First Team: WAS (1950)
Last Team: WAS (1952)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Lou Karras: Career Overview

Position: Offensive Lineman (OL)
Date of Birth: September 19, 1927

Career Timeline

  • Team: Washington Redskins (WAS)
  • Years Active: 1950 - 1952

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Lou Karras played three seasons in the National Football League (NFL) with the Washington Redskins.
  • He was part of a team during a transitional period in the NFL, contributing to the offensive line during his tenure.
  • While specific statistics and accolades from his playing days may not be extensively documented, he served as a reliable presence on the offensive line.

Legacy

Though not as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, Lou Karras contributed to the fabric of the Washington Redskins during the early 1950s. His role as an offensive lineman was crucial in protecting the quarterback and establishing the run game.

After retiring from professional football, Karras's influence in the sport continued to be felt through the foundation he helped lay for future offensive linemen.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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