Linebacker
No. 28
Houston
"Robert was selected in the fourth round of the 1975 draft after a fine All-American career at the University of Houston. He appeared in 12 games during his rookie campaign, chiefly as a special teams player. He did get in significant playing time as the fifth back in certain defensive alignments and played tenaciously at all times. One of the hardest hitters on the special teams, he also displayed considerable promise at strong safety when given the opportunity to play.
He was injured in the preseason last year and missed the entire regular campaign. Now plans call for the hard-hitting Giblin to switch to a linebacker spot in 1977.
Named to the Sporting News All-American team as well as to Playboy's preseason All-American unit, Giblin was a hard-hitting defensive back for three campaigns at Houston. He had eight pass interceptions for 131 yards, including a 52-yarder for a touchdown as a junior. A pre-med student, Giblin was also chosen for the Academic All-American team.
Robert James Giblin was born in Omaha, Nebraska and starred at Port Neches-Groves High School in Port Neches, Texas. He was also a two-year letterman in golf in high school, and lists that as his favorite hobby."
-1977 New York Giants Media Guide
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