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Edgar Manske

1913-07-04 – 2002-01-27

Life & Legacy

Edgar John "Eggs" Manske (July 4, 1912 – January 27, 2002) was an American professional football player who was an end for six seasons in the National Football League (NFL). Manske was the last college football player to play without a helmet. Manske played in two NFL championship games with the Chicago Bears, including the historic 1940 NFL Championship Game, a 73–0 victory over the Washington Redskins.

Occupation & Career

association football player, American football player, teacher

Education

Northwestern University

Legacy Highlights

Education & Institutions

Northwestern University

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q5337364 — wikidata View source

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