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Bob Asher
Date of birth: (1948-06-13) June 13, 1948 (age 75)
Place of birth: Arlington, Virginia
Career information
Position(s): Offensive lineman
College: Vanderbilt University
NFL Draft: 1970 / Round: 2
Organizations
 As player:
1970
1971-1975
Dallas Cowboys
Chicago Bears

Robert Dabney "Bob" Asher is a former professional American football player who played offensive lineman for three seasons for the Dallas Cowboys and Chicago Bears.

Early years[]

Asher attended Vanderbilt University, where he played in every game during his three years of elegibility. As a senior he received consensus All-American honors. He also played in the Chicago College All-Star Game, the North-South Shrine Game, the Senior Bowl and the Canadian American Bowl.

Professional career[]

Dallas Cowboys[]

During the 1970 NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys traded cornerback Phil Clark and running back Craig Baynham to the Chicago Bears, in exchange for a second round draft choice, that the team used to select Asher.[1] He injured his knee as a rookie and played in only 6 games. Doctors thought he could avoid surgery on the knee, but had to perform the procedure in 1971, placing him on injured reserve.[2]

In 1972 he was traded to the Chicago Bears along with defensive tackle Bill Line and a second round draft choice, in exchange for quarterback Jack Concannon.[3]

Chicago Bears[]

Asher played 4 seasons with the Chicago Bears, before retiring in 1976.[4]

References[]

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