Bobby Brooks (defensive back) facts for kids

Bobby Daniel Brooks is a former American football player. He was born on February 24, 1951. Bobby played as a cornerback in the National Football League (NFL). He spent three seasons with the New York Giants.

Early Life and College Years

Bobby Daniel Brooks was born in Dallas, Texas. He grew up and went to I.M. Terrell High School in Fort Worth, Texas.

After high school, Bobby played college football. He played for the Bishop Tigers at Bishop College. He was part of their team from 1970 to 1973.

Playing in the NFL

In 1974, Bobby Brooks was chosen in the 1974 NFL draft. The New York Giants picked him in the 11th round. This meant he was the 263rd player chosen overall. He also got picked by another team, the Memphis Southmen, in a different league's draft that same year.

Bobby decided to sign with the Giants in 1974. In his first year, he played in all 14 games. He helped his team by returning kicks and punts.

In 1975, Bobby became a starter for the Giants. He started all 14 games as a left cornerback. That year, he caught four interceptions from opposing teams. He also recovered one fumble. The Giants finished the season with five wins and nine losses.

He played in four more games for the Giants in 1976. He started all of those games. During that season, he made one more interception and recovered another fumble. Bobby was released by the Giants in September 1977.

Later, Bobby Brooks signed with the Denver Broncos in July 1978. However, he was released by the Broncos just a few weeks later.