Russ Craft


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Position: DB
Date of Birth: October 15, 1919
Height / Weight: 5'9" / 178 lbs
First Team: PHI (1946)
Last Team: PIT (1954)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Russ Craft - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: October 15, 1919
Position: Defensive Back (DB)

Career Timeline

  • Philadelphia Eagles (PHI) - 1946 to 1949
  • Pittsburgh Steelers (PIT) - 1950 to 1954

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Craft began his NFL career with the Philadelphia Eagles in 1946, contributing to the team's defensive lineup.
  • He played a total of 8 seasons in the NFL, showcasing his skills primarily as a defensive back.
  • In 1950, Craft joined the Pittsburgh Steelers, where he continued to play until his retirement in 1954.
  • Throughout his career, Craft was known for his tenacity on the field and his ability to read the opposing team's offense.

Legacy

While Russ Craft may not be as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, his contributions to the teams he played for in the early years of the NFL helped shape the defensive strategies of the league. His career reflects a dedication to the sport during a formative time in professional football.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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