Kenny Washington
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About
The first African American football player in the NFL's modern, post-WW II, era.
Before Fame
A standout running back at UCLA, he rushed for a school record 1,914 yards during his time with the team; the record stood unbroken for more than three decades.
Trivia
It would take four years for him to be be picked up by an NFL team. The Cleveland Rams finally made the move, insisting on integrating their team.
Family Life
He was born Los Angeles, California.
Associated With
The Chicago Bears' George Halas tried to sign him out of college, but he was blocked by NFL owners.
