20 Iconic Athletes That Were Unfortunately Made of Glass

Robert Edwards

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The Patriots haven’t always been the most fortuitous organization. The franchise currently with six Super Bowl rings was an up-and-coming team in 1998. Edwards looked to be the team’s long-term solution at running back. The Georgia product rushed for an impressive 1,115 yards during his rookie year.

Edwards’ potential was promising, but a freak injury would cut his career short. Playing in a flag football game during the NFL Pro Bowl, Edwards leaped for a catch and hyperextended his knee. He wouldn’t play another NFL down until 2002 with the Miami Dolphins. After a strong rookie season, Edwards rushed for just 107 more yards in his career before hanging his cleats up for good.