Bob Nichols

Robert Gordon Nichols Jr. (born July 18, 1943) is an American former professional football offensive tackle who played in the National Football League (NFL) with the Pittsburgh Steelers and Los Angeles Rams. He played college football for the Stanford Indians and was selected by the Steelers in the ninth round of the 1964 NFL draft.

Early life Robert Gordon Nichols Jr. was born on July 18, 1943, in Los Angeles, California. He attended Nathaniel Narbonne High School in Los Angeles.

Professional career Nichols was selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the ninth round, with the 122nd overall pick, of the 1964 NFL draft and by the Houston Oilers in the 18th round, with the 142nd overall pick, of the 1964 AFL draft. At the conclusion of his college career, he signed a futures contract with the Steelers on December 1, 1964.

On August 1, 1966, Nichols was traded to the Los Angeles Rams for Roger Pillath.