Dave O'Brien

David Hyde O'Brien (born June 13, 1941) is an American former professional football player who was a Tackle, defensive tackle, guard in the National Football League (NFL). O'Brien played college football for the Boston College Eagles in 1961 and 1962. He also played professionally for the Minnesota Vikings (1963–1964), New York Giants, and St. Louis Cardinals (1966–1967).

Early life A native of Cambridge, Massachusetts, O'Brien was the son of a research chemist who studied at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He also played college football as a tackle for Boston College Eagles football team from 1959 to 1962. He won All-New England onors while playing for the 1962 Boston College Eagles football team that compiled an 8–2 record. He played for the Minnesota Vikings during the 1963 and 1964 seasons, appearing in 28 games as an offensive guard and offensive tackle. He appeared in 10 games as an offensive guard for the Giants in 1965. He was placed on inured waivers by the Cardinals in July 1968. O'Brien appeared in a total of 60 NFL games during his career.