Robert Edwards
Drafted #18 overall by the Patriots in 1998. Rushed for more than 1,100 yards his rookie season. Was selected to the Pro Bowl. While at the pro-bowl, there was a flag football game that was being played in the sand. He blew out and ruined his knee, and almost had to have it amputated. Did not play in the NFL after that until 2002 where he had about 100 total rushing yards with the Dolphins. A terrible way to have your career end.
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