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Turk Edwards

## #17 Albert 'Turk' Edwards Tackle 1932-40
Pro Football Hall of Fame 1969
All-American tackle at Washington State… Upon graduation, received three offers from NFL teams and chose the highest offer - the Boston Braves for $150… Named to the official All-NFL team in four of his first six seasons… Passed away in 1973 at the age of 72… A native of Mold, Washington… At 6-2 and 260 pounds, was considered a "giant of his era."

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