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Robert Edwards

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Position: RB
Jersey #: 47
Date of Birth: October 2, 1974
Height / Weight: 5'11" / 220 lbs
Drafted: Round , Pick 18 in 1998 by NE
First Team: NE (1998)
Last Team: MIA (2002)

Running Back Stats

Year Team Games Rush Att Rush Yds Rush TDs Rec Targets Rec Yds Rec TDs Fumbles Fantasy
2002MIA1120107118231261035

Career Summary

Last Updated: May 16, 2025

Robert Edwards - Career Overview

Date of Birth: October 2, 1974
Position: Running Back (RB)

Career History

  • New England Patriots (1998 - 2000)
    • Drafted in the 2nd round of the 1998 NFL Draft (36th overall pick).
    • Played three seasons with the Patriots from 1998 to 2000.
    • Had a standout rookie season, rushing for 1,115 yards and 12 touchdowns.
    • Recognized for his explosive playing style and versatility as a running back.
  • Miami Dolphins (2002)
    • Signed with the Miami Dolphins in 2002 after a brief hiatus from the NFL.
    • Played in 8 games during the 2002 season, showcasing his resilience after recovering from a severe leg injury.

Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Selected as a Pro Bowl alternate in 1998.
  • Known for his ability to catch passes out of the backfield, contributing to the Patriots' offense.
  • Made a remarkable comeback to the NFL after suffering a significant injury during a beach football game in 2000, which nearly ended his career.

Additional Information

  • Robert Edwards is also notable for his collegiate career at the University of Georgia, where he was a standout running back.
  • He finished his NFL career with a total of 1,955 rushing yards and 18 rushing touchdowns.

Robert Edwards remains a memorable figure for his contributions to the teams he played for and his inspiring comeback story in the NFL.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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