Ed Toner Explained

Ed Toner
Number:28, 44
Position:Fullback
Birth Date:22 March 1968
Birth Place:Lynn, Massachusetts, U.S.
Height Ft:6
Height In:0
Weight Lb:240
High School:Swampscott
College:Boston College
Undraftedyear:1991
Pastteams:
Statlabel1:Rushing yards
Statvalue1:17
Statlabel2:Rushing average
Statvalue2:5.7
Statlabel3:Receptions
Statvalue3:1
Statlabel4:Receiving yards
Statvalue4:5
Pfr:T/ToneEd21

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.

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]

Notes and References

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