Bobby Beathard
Inducted:
2018
Player Stats
Born:
January 24, 1937
Zanesville, Ohio, U.S
Died:
January 30, 2023
Franklin, Tennessee, U.S.
Position:
Personnel administrator,
General Manager
College:
El Camino (1955)
Cal Poly (1956–1958)
Bobby Beathard was a legendary NFL executive whose career spanned over three decades, leaving an indelible mark on multiple franchises. Beginning as a scout with the Kansas City Chiefs in the 1960s, he contributed to their Super Bowl I appearance.
As Director of Player Personnel for the Miami Dolphins, he played a pivotal role in constructing teams that achieved back-to-back Super Bowl victories in 1972 and 1973, including the NFL's only perfect season in 1972. Beathard's tenure as General Manager of the Washington Redskins from 1978 to 1988 was marked by three Super Bowl appearances and two championships.
Later, as GM of the San Diego Chargers, he guided the team to its first Super Bowl appearance in 1994. Renowned for his keen eye for talent, Beathard was instrumental in drafting several future Hall of Famers.
His exceptional contributions to the sport were honored with his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2018.
Beathard's Awards and Records
- 4× Super Bowl champion (VII, VIII, XVII, XXII)
- Four-time Super Bowl Champion (VII, VIII, XVII, XXII)
- Seven Super Bowl Appearances across multiple teams
- Ten Division Titles and Seven Conference Championships
- Washington Commanders Ring of Fame
- Washington Commanders 90 Greatest
- Los Angeles Chargers Hall of Fame
NFL Teams
Kansas City Chiefs-Scout
(1963, 1966–1967)
Atlanta Falcons-Scout
(1968–1971)
Miami Dolphins-Director of player personnel
(1972–1977)
Washington Redskins-General manager
(1978–1988)
San Diego Chargers-General manager
(1990–2000)
Career Stats
Super Bowl Victories:
4
Super Bowl Appearances:
7
Division Titles:
10
Conference Championships:
7
Notable Draft Picks:
Art Monk, Russ Grimm, Darrell Green, Junior Seau