Verlin Talmadge Adams (July 14, 1918 – April 30, 1985) was a professional American football player in the National Football League (NFL). Born in

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, he played

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for the University of Charleston in

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. Adams was drafted by the

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in the 31st round (291st overall) of the

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. He played for the Giants from 1943 to 1945. Adams played as a

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and wore number 28.

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1918 births 1985 deaths People from Pike County, Kentucky Players of American football from Kentucky Charleston Golden Eagles football players New York Giants players {{Defensive-lineman-1910s-stub