About: Riggie Dwyer

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Rigney L. "Riggie" Dwyer (April 18, 1896 – August 2, 1944) was a professional football player who was an original member of the Green Bay Packers. He was the Packers star end in 1919 and 1920, prior to the team's move into the National Football League. In 1920 he suffered the loss of his right leg and right arm while working in the railroad yards. Doctors claimed he had an even chance for recovery despite his injuries.

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