Bob Baumhower was born August 4, 1955 in Portsmouth, Virginia. Two-time All-SEC tackle for the University of Alabama, twice named to All-American teams. Member of the All-Decade team of the seventies. Played in the Senior Bowl before being drafted by the Miami Dolphins. In 1977 he made the All-Rookie team and was named NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year. Remains the only Dolphin defensive tackle ever to make the Pro Bowl; he played in five, 1979, 1982-84. In 1981, ‘82, ‘83 he was named to several All-AFC teams and All-NFL teams. Currently living in Foley, AL and owner of a chain of successful restaurants.