Robert Arthur “Nasty” Nash (December 16, 1892 – February 1, 1977) was an Irish-American professional football player who played in the American Professional Football Association (APFA) for the Akron Pros, Buffalo All-Americans, Rochester Jeffersons and New York Giants.
Prior to joining the AFPA, Nash played in the "Ohio League" for the Massillon Tigers.
He was considered by sports historians as one of the greatest offensive tackles of his era.
On Sunday, October 10, 1920, Nash is credited with the first fumble recovery for a touchdown in a game featuring two league teams.
[3] On Sunday, October 24, 1920, Nash picked up a blocked punt in the first quarter and ran eight yards for the only score of the day as the Pros defeated the Cleveland Tigers, 7–0.