Frank Akins
American football player (1919–1992)
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Frank Scott Akins (March 31, 1919 – July 6, 1992) was an American football running back[1] who played for the Washington Redskins of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Washington State University and was drafted in the 30th round of the 1943 NFL draft.[2] He taught history and drivers education at Anderson High School, Anderson, CA.
PositionRunning back
BornMarch 31, 1919
Dutton, Montana, U.S.
Dutton, Montana, U.S.
DiedJuly 6, 1992 (aged 73)
Redding, California, U.S.
Redding, California, U.S.
Listed height5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
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| Position | Running back | ||||||||
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| Born | March 31, 1919 Dutton, Montana, U.S. | ||||||||
| Died | July 6, 1992 (aged 73) Redding, California, U.S. | ||||||||
| Listed height | 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) | ||||||||
| Listed weight | 208 lb (94 kg) | ||||||||
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| High school | John R. Rogers (WA) | ||||||||
| College | Washington State (1939-1942) | ||||||||
| NFL draft | 1943: 30th round, 290th overall pick | ||||||||
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