Bob Adkins

American football player (1917–1997) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Robert Grant Adkins (February 17, 1917 – December 6, 1997) was an American professional football blocking back, defensive end, guard and linebacker in the National Football League who played for the Green Bay Packers.[2] Adkins played collegiate ball for Marshall University and professionally in the NFL for 3 seasons.[3]

PositionBB/DE/G/LB
Born(1917-02-17)February 17, 1917
Letart, West Virginia, U.S.
DiedDecember 6, 1997(1997-12-06) (aged 80)
Point Pleasant, West Virginia, U.S.[1]
Listed height6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
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Bob Adkins
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PositionBB/DE/G/LB
Personal information
Born(1917-02-17)February 17, 1917
Letart, West Virginia, U.S.
DiedDecember 6, 1997(1997-12-06) (aged 80)
Point Pleasant, West Virginia, U.S.[1]
Listed height6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Listed weight213 lb (97 kg)
Career information
High schoolPoint Pleasant (WV)
CollegeMarshall
Career history
Career NFL statistics
Games played20
Games started5
Receptions4
Receiving Yards73
Touchdowns2
Stats at Pro Football Reference
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