Bob Oliver

Q: When did Bob Oliver die?

Bob Oliver died on June 28, 2013 in Abilene.

Q: How old was Bob Oliver when they died?

Bob Oliver was 66 years old at the time of death.

Q: What was Bob Oliver's cause of death?

The cause of death of Bob Oliver was cancer.

Q: When was Bob Oliver born?

Bob Oliver was born on June 17, 1947 in Olney.

Q: What was Bob Oliver's occupation?

Bob Oliver was an American football player.

Robert Lee Oliver (June 17, 1947 – June 28, 2013) was an American professional football defensive end who played one season with the Cleveland Browns of the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Browns in the 17th round of the 1969 NFL/AFL draft after playing college football at Abilene Christian University.

Early life and college

Robert Lee Oliver was born on June 17, 1947, in Olney, Texas. He attended Albany High School in Albany, Texas. Albany High won the state title with an undefeated record during Oliver's freshman season.

He played college football for the Abilene Christian Wildcats of Abilene Christian University from 1965 to 1968.

Professional career

Oliver was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the 17th round, with the 436th overall pick, of the 1969 NFL draft. He signed with the Browns in 1969 and played in eight games for the team during the 1969 season, recovering one fumble. He was released by the Browns in late August 1970.

Personal life

Oliver worked in the finance and automobile industries after his NFL career and also spent time as a high school teacher. He graduated from Abilene Christian with his second bachelor's degree in 1999. He was a member of the Texas Trophy Hunter's Association, the National Rifle Association, and the USA Water Ski Association.

He died on June 28, 2013, in Abilene, Texas at the age of 66 "after a long battle with cancer".