Defense & Fumbles
- * Selected to Pro Bowl, + First-Team AP All-Pro, Bold indicates league leader
Sign up for the free Pro Football Reference newsletter and get scores, news and notes in your inbox every day.
It's also available for basketball, baseball and hockey.
Compare Bob Nelson to
Powered by 
Hall of Fame Monitor
PFR HOF Monitor: 7.40 (476th among DT, average HOF DT is 102.36)
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Bob Nelson?
Bob Nelson is 65 years old.
When was Bob Nelson born?
Bob Nelson was born on March 3, 1959.
Where was Bob Nelson born?
Bob Nelson was born in Baltimore, MD.
How tall is Bob Nelson?
Bob Nelson is 6-4 (193 cm) tall.
How much did Bob Nelson weigh when playing?
Bob Nelson weighed 272 lbs (123 kg) when playing.
Is Bob Nelson in the Hall of Fame?
Bob Nelson has not been elected into the Hall of Fame.
How many games did Bob Nelson play?
Bob Nelson played 62 games over his career.
How many sacks did Bob Nelson have?
Bob Nelson had 3.0 sacks over his career.
When did Bob Nelson retire?
Bob Nelson last played in 1990.
Player News