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He was a Hall of Fame wide receiver for the Dallas Cowboys (1965-74) and the San Francisco 49ers (1975). He also was a two-time Olympic gold medalist once considered to be "the world's fastest man."
After his successes in Track and Field events at the 1964 Olympic Games in Tokyo, Hayes was drafted as a wide receiver by the Cowboys. He made his NFL debut in 1965 and immediately revolutionized the game, stretching and confounding opposing defenses because of his blazing speed. During his 11 seasons with the Cowboys and the 49ers, he caught 371 passes for 7,414 yards and 71 touchdowns. He also averaged 20 yards per catch.
Hayes, who died of cancer and other ailments in 2002, was elected posthumously to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in January 2009 and inducted in August of that year. He remains the only person ever to own an Olympic gold medal and a Super Bowl ring.
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When did Bob Hayes die?
Bob Hayes died on 2002-09-18.
When was Bob Hayes born?
Bob Hayes was born on 1942-12-20.
Who is bob Hayes birth parents?
John Hayes and mary Hayes
What college did Bob Hayes and Nate Newton attend?
Bob Hayes and Nate Newton both attended Florida A&M.
How fast is bob Hayes 40?
4.11
What was Bob Hayes' fastest 40 yard dash time?
According to several online sources, Bob Hayes' time in the 40 yard dash wasn't recorded. See The Fastest 40 Yard Dash Ever.
Who was the fastest man to play in the NFL?
Bob Hayes
Is there an Olympic sprinter that has played in the NFL?
Bob Hayes
Who would win in a race bob Hayes or bolt?
no
Who is faster barry sanders or bob Hayes?
Barry Sanders 40 yard dash time is 4.37 seconds. They said that Bob Hayes did not run the 40 yard dash but they say it took him 5.28 seconds to run 60 yards. So I would say that Bob Hayes is Faster.
What is the birth name of Bob Ferrey?
Bob Ferrey's birth name is Robert Hayes Ferrey II.
Who caught the longest pass completion in Cowboys history?
Bob Hayes
