Dave Robinson
Inducted:
2013

Player Stats
6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
245 lb (111 kg)
Born:
May 3, 1941
Mount Holly, New Jersey, U.S.
Position:
Linebacker
College:
Penn State
Dave Robinson was one of the most versatile and intelligent linebackers of the Green Bay Packers’ championship era. Born in 1941, he was selected in the first round of the 1963 NFL Draft and quickly became a key piece of Vince Lombardi’s legendary defense. Known for his speed, size, and football instincts, Robinson excelled in both coverage and run support, helping the Packers dominate throughout the 1960s.
Over a 12-season career with Green Bay and Washington, he earned three Pro Bowl selections and two First-Team All-Pro honors. Robinson played a crucial role in the Packers’ victories in Super Bowls I and II, including a game-changing interception in the 1966 NFL Championship Game that sent Green Bay to the first Super Bowl.
His leadership and consistency made him a cornerstone of one of football’s greatest dynasties. Dave Robinson’s outstanding career was honored with his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2013.
Robinson's Awards and Honors
- 3× NFL champion (1965–1967)
- 2× Super Bowl champion (I, II)
- First-team All-Pro (1967)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (1968, 1969)
- 3× Pro Bowl (1966, 1967, 1969)
- NFL 1960s All-Decade Team
NFL Records
- Key interception in 1966 NFL Championship Game to secure Packers’ first Super Bowl berth
- Integral part of Vince Lombardi’s dominant “Doomsday” Packers defense
- Among top linebackers of the 1960s All-Decade era
NFL Teams
Green Bay Packers (1963–1972)
Washington Redskins (1973–1974)
NFL Draft:
1963: 1st round, 14th overall pick
Green Bay Packers
Number Worn:
89
NFL Stats
Seasons:
12 (1963–1974)
Games Played:
155
Games Started:
133
Interceptions:
27
Fumble recoveries:
12
Touchdowns:
1
Sacks:
28.5
