About Rob Kelly
Born 1974. Rob Kelly is an American american football player.
Robert James Kelly III (born June 21, 1974) is an American former professional football player who was a safety for four seasons with the New Orleans Saints in the National Football League (NFL) and one on the injured reserve list for the New England Patriots. He played college football for the Ohio State Buckeyes.
Career Kelly was selected in the second round of the 1997 NFL draft with the 33rd overall pick. Kelly retired from football in 2002 and age 28, after he sustained an injury during training camp to a nerve between his neck and shoulder.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Rob Kelly?
American football player
When was Rob Kelly born?
Rob Kelly was born on 21 June 1974 in Mount Vernon.
What is Rob Kelly's occupation?
Rob Kelly is an american football player.
What nationality is Rob Kelly?
Rob Kelly is American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Rob Kelly (American football)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Rob Kelly. https://biography.guide/rob-kelly-american-football-player/
MLA: "Rob Kelly." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/rob-kelly-american-football-player/.
Chicago: "Rob Kelly." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/rob-kelly-american-football-player/.
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