Bob Anderson (American football)
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PositionHalfback
BornMarch 31, 1938
Elizabeth, New Jersey, U.S.
Elizabeth, New Jersey, U.S.
Height6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Weight215 lb (98 kg)
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| Position | Halfback |
| Personal information | |
| Born | March 31, 1938 Elizabeth, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Height | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
| Weight | 215 lb (98 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school | Cocoa (Cocoa, Florida) |
| College | Army |
| NFL draft | 1960: 9th round, 108th overall pick |
| Career history | |
| Awards and highlights | |
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| Stats at Pro Football Reference | |
Robert Paul Anderson (born March 31, 1938) is an American former professional football player who was a halfback in the National Football League (NFL) for the New York Giants. He played college football at the United States Military Academy where he was a two-time first-team All-America selection, rushing for 1,887 yards and 21 touchdowns.[1] He was selected in the ninth round of the 1960 NFL draft, but first served three years as a lieutenant in the 101st Airborne Division. After returning from service and joining the Giants, Anderson suffered a career ending knee injury.[2]
