Dave O'Brien (American football) explained

Dave O'Brien
Number:74, 68, 52
Position:Tackle, defensive tackle, guard
Birth Date:13 June 1941
Birth Place:Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S.
Height Ft:6
Height In:3
Weight Lbs:247
High School:Watertown (MA)
College:Boston College
Draftyear:1963
Draftround:18
Draftpick:142
Pastteams:
Pfr:OBriDa20

David Hyde O'Brien (born June 13, 1941) is a former American football tackle, defensive tackle, and guard who played college football for Boston College and professional football for the Minnesota Vikings (1963–1964), New York Giants (1965), and St. Louis Cardinals (1966–1967).

Early years

A native of Cambridge, Massachusetts, O'Brien attended Watertown High School and then played college football as a tackle for Boston College from 1959 to 1962.[1] [2]

Professional football

He was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the 13th round (171st overall pick) of the 1963 NFL draft. He played professional football for the Minnesota Vikings (1963–1964), New York Giants (1965), and St. Louis Cardinals (1966–1967). He appeared in a total of 60 NFL games.[3]

Notes and References

  1. News: Dave O'Brien. Pro Football Archives. July 30, 2021.
  2. News: O'Brien Quits BC 'Swing Shift'. The Boston Globe. Francis Rosa. November 2, 1961. 41–42. Newspapers.com.
  3. Web site: Dave O'Brien Stats. Sports Reference LLC. Pro-Football-Reference.com. July 30, 2021.