Bob Babich

Robert Babich (May 5, 1947 – April 4, 2022) was an American professional football player who was a linebacker for nine seasons in the National Football League (NFL) with the San Diego Chargers and the Cleveland Browns. He played college football at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, and was elected to the College Football Hall of Fame in 1994.

Early life Babich was born May 5, 1947, the son of Frank Babich, Jr. and mother, Mary (Lisko) Babich. He played high school football for Campbell Memorial High School in Campbell, Ohio, where he also excelled in baseball.

Professional career He was a first-round draft choice of the San Diego Chargers in the 1969 NFL/AFL draft, the 18th selection overall and the second linebacker taken.

In three seasons for the Chargers, he saw action in all 42 regular-season games. On September 6, 1973, he was traded to the Cleveland Browns for a first-round draft choice in 1974 and a second-round pick in 1975. He played six seasons for the Browns, missing only three games (in 1975) during those seasons.

He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Education.