He played college football at Miami (FL) before transferring to Rutgers and signed with the Ravens as an undrafted free agent in 2018.

[1][2] Edwards' nickname is "Gus the Bus"; he is known for his large size and "bruising" running style.

[3] Edwards was born in Liberia during the First Liberian Civil War, which tore the country apart and killed many civilians.

[6] Edwards played college football at the University of Miami from 2013–2016 and for the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in 2017 as a graduate transfer.

[15] Edwards joined elite company on 25 November 2018, when he recorded 23 carries for 118 yards in a 34–17 victory over the Oakland Raiders.

[19] In the Wild Card Round against the Los Angeles Chargers, he had 23 rushing yards in his playoff debut, a 23–17 loss.

[20] In Week 11 against the Houston Texans, Edwards rushed eight times for 112 yards and a touchdown in the 41–7 win.

[23] Edwards signed a one-year exclusive-rights free agent tender with the Ravens on 28 July 2020.

[37] Edwards was used mostly in short yardage and goal-line situation but had numerous career highs by the end of the season.

[41] In Week 17 against the Miami Dolphins, Edwards' rushed for 68 yards and a touchdown on 16 carries in a 56-19 blowout win.