Running Back-Kick Returner
No. 33
Morgan State
"Before last season, Hammond failed two previous tryouts, with the Giants and then New Orleans, and was selling shirts at a My Man Clothing Store in his hometown Queens. That was before last season when he was the Giants' most exciting and most productive runner (577 yards) and was second in the NFC in punt returns (10.4 average). Hammond was dependable enough that Doug Kotar, who had led the team in rushing in 1976, had to either sit or play fullback to make room.
Born in Orangeburg, South Carolina, he played at Morgan State. He's found returning kicks to be 'like a gunfight: When you draw, you don't have time to look, only to react.' "
-John Jeansonne, The Complete Handbook of Pro Football (1978 Edition)
"The Giants' leading rusher in 1977, Bobby has also proven to be a valuable kickoff return artist for the club. He originally signed with the Giants in 1975 and was very impressive as a return man in pre-season games.
Bobby was an all-purpose back at Morgan State winning three letters. He was an all-city standout in high school."
-1978 Topps No. 352
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