Ed Toner

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Ed Toner
Personal information
Born: (1968-10-31) October 31, 1968 (age 55)
Height:6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
Weight:240 lb (109 kg)
Career information
High school: Swampscott
College: Boston College
Position: Fullback
Undrafted: 1991
Career history
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Career NFL statistics
Rushing attempts:3
Rushing yards:17
Rushing Touchdowns:0
Player stats at PFR

Edward William Toner Jr. (born March 22, 1968) is a former American football fullback who played in the National Football League. He played college football at Boston College.

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College career

Toner finished his collegiate career at Boston College with 687 yards and 18 touchdowns on 202 carries and 41 receptions for 293 yards and three touchdowns. [1]

Professional career

After going unselected in the 1991 NFL draft, Toner was signed by the Indianapolis Colts as an undrafted free agent. He was cut during the preseason but was resigned for the 1992 season. [2] After the 1994 season the Colts opted not to tender Toner a contract. [3] He was signed by the Pittsburgh Steelers in April 1995 but was waived during training camp. [4]

Personal life

Toner's father, Ed Toner Sr, and uncle, Tom Toner, both played in the NFL. [5]

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References

  1. "Ed Toner College Stats". Sports-Reference.com. Retrieved June 23, 2020.
  2. "Transactions". The New York Times . May 10, 1992. Retrieved June 23, 2020.
  3. "Transactions". The New York Times . February 18, 1995. Retrieved June 23, 2020.
  4. "Transactions". The New York Times . April 14, 1995. Retrieved June 23, 2020.
  5. "Former Patriot, Swampscott resident Toner earns Patriots Alumni Volunteer of the Year Award". WickedLocal.com.