Eddie Saenz

Eddie Saenz, born Edwin Matthew Saenz on September 21, 1923, in Santa Monica, California, was an American professional football player known for his role as a running back with the Washington Redskins in the National Football League.

He played college football at the University of Southern California and was instrumental in USC's victory in the 1944 Rose Bowl. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and also played football for the Great Lakes Naval Academy.

Known by the nickname "Tortilla" due to his Mexican American heritage, he was drafted by the Redskins in the 15th round of the 1945 NFL Draft and played with the team for five years, excelling both offensively as a halfback and defensively. His career was cut short by injury, leading to his early retirement from professional football.

Full Name	Eddie Saenz
Gender	Male
Occupation	Player
Date of Birth	21-September-1923 (47 years)
Birth Year	1923
Birth Location	Santa Monica, California, U.S.
Death Time	28-April-1971
Death Location	Santa Monica, California, U.S.

After retiring from football, he transitioned to working as a stuntman and actor, often doubling for Anthony Quinn in various films and television shows.

He appeared in several television series including "Mike Hammer," "Peter Gunn," and "Man with a Camera" during the late 1950s and 1960s. Saenz passed away on April 28, 1971, in Santa Monica, leaving behind a legacy as one of the pioneering Mexican American athletes in American professional football, as well as a contributor to the entertainment industry.