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Bob Toneff

Robert Toneff was an American professional football player who was a defensive tackle in the National Football League (NFL) for the San Francisco 49ers and Washington Redskins. He went to four Pro Bowls during his 13-year career. Toneff played college football for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and was selected in the second round of the 1952 NFL draft.

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Bob Toneff
Toneff on a 1955 Bowman football card
No. 62, 74, 79
PositionsDefensive tackle, defensive end, linebacker, offensive tackle, guard
Personal information
Born(1930-06-23)June 23, 1930
Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
DiedMarch 15, 2015(2015-03-15) (aged 84)
San Anselmo, California, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Listed weight260 lb (118 kg)
Career information
High schoolBarberton (Barberton, Ohio)
CollegeNotre Dame (1948–1951)
NFL draft1952: 2nd round, 22nd overall pick
Career history
Awards and highlights
Career NFL statistics
Interceptions2
Fumble recoveries15
Sacks6.5
Stats at Pro Football Reference

Robert Toneff (June 23, 1930 – March 15, 2015) was an American professional football player who was a defensive tackle in the National Football League (NFL) for the San Francisco 49ers and Washington Redskins. He went to four Pro Bowls during his 13-year career. Toneff played college football for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and was selected in the second round of the 1952 NFL draft.1

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