Linebackers Image Gallery of Tommy Nobis, Middle Linebacker, 1966-1976 Tommy Nobis NFL Middle LinebackerA legendary career at Texas - twice All-American and 3 times All-Southwest Conference he was the 1st player ever drafted by the Atlanta Falcons - was also drafted by the Houston Oilers of the AFL. The NFL's Rookie of the Year in 1966 was credited with 296 tackles, unofficially an NFL record since tackles were not an recognized stat at the time. Led the Falcons 9 of the 11 seasons he played. A Pro Bowler 5 times and All-Pro twice he was one of the first members named to the Falcons Ring of Honor.Tommy Nobis and Greg Brezina Falcon LinebackersA legendary career at Texas - twice All-American and 3 times All-Southwest Conference he was the 1st player ever drafted by the Atlanta Falcons - was also drafted by the Houston Oilers of the AFL. The NFL's Rookie of the Year in 1966 was credited with 296 tackles, unofficially an NFL record since tackles were not an recognized stat at the time. Led the Falcons 9 of the 11 seasons he played. A Pro Bowler 5 times and All-Pro twice he was one of the first members named to the Falcons Ring of Honor.Tommy Nobis Atlanta FalconsA legendary career at Texas - twice All-American and 3 times All-Southwest Conference he was the 1st player ever drafted by the Atlanta Falcons - was also drafted by the Houston Oilers of the AFL. The NFL's Rookie of the Year in 1966 was credited with 296 tackles, unofficially an NFL record since tackles were not an recognized stat at the time. Led the Falcons 9 of the 11 seasons he played. A Pro Bowler 5 times and All-Pro twice he was one of the first members named to the Falcons Ring of Honor.Tommy NobisA legendary career at Texas - twice All-American and 3 times All-Southwest Conference he was the 1st player ever drafted by the Atlanta Falcons - was also drafted by the Houston Oilers of the AFL. The NFL's Rookie of the Year in 1966 was credited with 296 tackles, unofficially an NFL record since tackles were not an recognized stat at the time. Led the Falcons 9 of the 11 seasons he played. A Pro Bowler 5 times and All-Pro twice he was one of the first members named to the Falcons Ring of Honor.An Injured Tommy NobisA legendary career at Texas - twice All-American and 3 times All-Southwest Conference he was the 1st player ever drafted by the Atlanta Falcons - was also drafted by the Houston Oilers of the AFL. The NFL's Rookie of the Year in 1966 was credited with 296 tackles, unofficially an NFL record since tackles were not an recognized stat at the time. Led the Falcons 9 of the 11 seasons he played. A Pro Bowler 5 times and All-Pro twice he was one of the first members named to the Falcons Ring of Honor.Falcons Great Tommy NobisA legendary career at Texas - twice All-American and 3 times All-Southwest Conference he was the 1st player ever drafted by the Atlanta Falcons - was also drafted by the Houston Oilers of the AFL. The NFL's Rookie of the Year in 1966 was credited with 296 tackles, unofficially an NFL record since tackles were not an recognized stat at the time. Led the Falcons 9 of the 11 seasons he played. A Pro Bowler 5 times and All-Pro twice he was one of the first members named to the Falcons Ring of Honor. For some good additional reading: Tommy Nobis at Pro Football Reference It’s Time Please follow and like us: You Might Also Like Jack Pardee November 30, 2016 Maxie Baughan April 3, 2018 Wilbur Marshall July 25, 2017 Leave a Reply Cancel reply