About Bob Boyd
Lived 1928 – 2009 (aged 81). Bob Boyd was an American american football player.
Robert Barrett Boyd (March 7, 1928 – May 14, 2009) was an American professional football player who was an end and defensive back for eight seasons with the Los Angeles Rams of the National Football League (NFL). His most spectacular season was in 1954, when he caught 53 passes for 1,212 yards and 6 touchdowns.
While at Loyola Marymount University, Boyd won the 100-yard dash at the 1950 NCAA Championships.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bob Boyd?
American football player (1928-2009)
When was Bob Boyd born?
Bob Boyd was born on 7 March 1928 in Riverside.
When did Bob Boyd die?
Bob Boyd died on 17 May 2009 in California City.
What was Bob Boyd's occupation?
Bob Boyd was an american football player.
What nationality was Bob Boyd?
Bob Boyd was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bob Boyd (American football)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bob Boyd. https://biography.guide/bob-boyd-american-football-player/
MLA: "Bob Boyd." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bob-boyd-american-football-player/.
Chicago: "Bob Boyd." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bob-boyd-american-football-player/.
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