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How long was Bill Edwards with the Detroit Lions?
Bill Edwards was with the Lions for 2 years from 1941-1942.
Did Bill Edwards win much with the Detroit Lions?
Edwards was unsuccessful. He guided the team to a 4–6–1 record in 1941, and was fired after three straight losses to begin the 1942 season
What year did he start with them?
Bill Edwards started with the Lions from 1941.
Did Bill Edwards go right from the Lions to the Browns?
Edwards enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1942 as America's involvement in the war intensified, was discharged 1946, and spent a year in sporting goods before joining the Cleveland Browns.

Question: How long was he with the browns?
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