Eddie Britt (American football)

Eddie Britt
No. 12
PositionsTailback, fullback
Personal information
Born(1912-07-19)July 19, 1912
Lexington, Massachusetts, U.S.
DiedNovember 21, 1978(1978-11-21) (aged 66)
Pelham, New Hampshire, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Listed weight205 lb (93 kg)
Career information
High schoolLexington (MA)
CollegeHoly Cross
Career history
Awards and highlights
Stats at Pro Football Reference

Edward Joseph "Battleship" Britt (July 19, 1912 – November 21, 1978) was an American football tailback and fullback and naval officer. He played in the National Football League (NFL) for the Boston/Washington Redskins and the Brooklyn Dodgers. He played college football for the Holy Cross Crusaders. He also served as a lieutenant commander in the United States Navy.