About Bob Hendren
Lived 1923 – 1999 (aged 75). Bob Hendren was an American american football player.
Robert Gerald Hendren (August 10, 1923 – March 5, 1999) was an American professional football offensive tackle in the National Football League (NFL) for the Washington Redskins. He played college football at the University of Southern California and was drafted in the ninth round (59th overall) of the 1946 NFL draft.
Early life Hendren attended Clarinda High School. He enrolled at Culver-Stockton College, before transferring to the University of Southern California. He was one of the stars of the 1948 East-West Shrine Game in San Francisco.
Professional career Hendren was selected by the Washington Redskins in the seventh round (59th overall) of the 1946 NFL draft. He played three seasons in the NFL.
Note His 1949 Leaf football card has a misspelled last name, shown as Hendreen.
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Who was Bob Hendren?
American football player (1923-1999)
When was Bob Hendren born?
Bob Hendren was born on 10 August 1923 in Burlington Junction.
When did Bob Hendren die?
Bob Hendren died on 5 March 1999.
What was Bob Hendren's occupation?
Bob Hendren was an american football player.
What nationality was Bob Hendren?
Bob Hendren was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bob Hendren. https://biography.guide/bob-hendren/
MLA: "Bob Hendren." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bob-hendren/.
Chicago: "Bob Hendren." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bob-hendren/.
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