Bob Brown
Inducted:
2004

Player Stats
6 ft 4 in (1.93 m)
280 lb (127 kg)
Born:
December 8, 1941
Cleveland, Ohio, U.S
Died:
June 16, 2023
Oakland, California, U.S.
Position:
Offensive tackle
College:
Nebraska (1961–1963)
Bob "Boomer" Brown was a force on the offensive line during his 10-year NFL career. Drafted second overall by the Philadelphia Eagles in 1964, he quickly established himself as a premier offensive tackle.
Known for his aggressive playing style, Brown earned six Pro Bowl selections and was named First-Team All-Pro five times. He played for the Eagles (1964–1968), Los Angeles Rams (1969–1970), and Oakland Raiders (1971–1973), making a significant impact at each stop. Brown's dominance was recognized with his inclusion in the NFL 1960s All-Decade Team.
After retiring due to knee injuries, he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2004 and the College Football Hall of Fame in 1993.
Brown passed away in 2023 at the age of 81, leaving behind a legacy as one of the game's greatest linemen.
Brown's Awards and Honors
- 5× First-team All-Pro (1965, 1966, 1968–1970)
- 4× Second-team All-Pro (1964, 1967, 1971, 1972)
- 6× Pro Bowl (1965, 1966, 1968–1971)
- NFL 1960s All-Decade Team
- Philadelphia Eagles Hall of Fame
- Unanimous All-American (1963)
- 2× First-team All-Big Eight (1963, 1964)
- Nebraska Cornhuskers No. 64 retired
NFL Teams
Philadelphia Eagles (1964–1968)
Los Angeles Rams (1969–1970)
Oakland Raiders (1971–1973)
NFL draft:
1964: 1st round, 2nd pick
Philadelphia Eagles
Numbers Worn:
76
NFL Stats:
Seasons Played
10
Games Played:
126
Games Started:
124
Fumble Recoveries:
2