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Andy Farkas

## #44 Andy Farkas Fullback 1938-44
Nicknamed "Anvil Andy"
 Played without a helmet
 Drafted out of the University of Detroit in the first round of the 1938 draft by the Redskins
 Two-way player, he primarily played fullback
 Also played defensive back and special teams
 Led the Redskins in rushing and scoring in 1938-39 and 1942-43
 Helped lead the Redskins to an NFL Championship in 1942
 Led the NFL with 11 rushing touchdowns in 1939
 Was named to the All-Pro in 1939
 Passed away in 2001 at the age of 84.

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