Russ Finsterwald
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Position: RB
Date of Birth: August 12, 1896
Height / Weight: 5'9" / 165 lbs
First Team: DET (1920)
Last Team: DET (1920)
Running Back Stats
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Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Career History of Russ Finsterwald
Position: Running Back (RB)Date of Birth: August 12, 1896
Team History
- Detroit (DET) - 1920
Career Overview
Russ Finsterwald was an American football player who played as a running back in the early days of the National Football League (NFL). He was part of the inaugural season of the league in 1920, where he played for the Detroit team.Highlights and Accomplishments
- Played during the first season of the NFL, showcasing the early evolution of professional football.
- Part of the Detroit team, contributing to the sport's growth during its formative years.
Legacy
While not as widely known as many of his contemporaries, Russ Finsterwald's participation in the NFL during its early years represents a significant chapter in the history of professional football. His contributions helped lay the groundwork for the league's future development and popularity.Finsterwald's career was brief, and detailed statistics from that era are scarce, but he remains a part of NFL history as one of the pioneers of the sport.
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