What is Bobby Bell's Net Worth?
Bobby Bell is a former American professional football player with a net worth of $500 thousand. Born in Shelby, North Carolina in June 1940, Bell is renowned for his illustrious career as a linebacker and defensive end. His journey began at the University of Minnesota, where he played a pivotal role in winning the NCAA Championship in 1960, earned the Outland Trophy in 1962, and was a two-time First-team All-American.
Bell's professional career took off when he was drafted as the 16th overall pick by the Kansas City Chiefs in the 1963 NFL Draft. He played for the AFL Chiefs from 1963 to 1969 and continued with the NFL Chiefs from 1970 to 1974. Throughout his career, Bell achieved significant accolades, including winning a Super Bowl Championship in 1969 and two AFL Championships in 1966 and 1969 with the Chiefs.
Bell's excellence on the field was recognized as he became a six-time AFL All-Star and a five-time First-team All-AFL selection. He was honored by being named to both the AFL All-Time Team and the NFL 1970s All-Decade Team. Further, he was a three-time NFL Pro Bowl selection and a First-team All-Pro selection in 1970. His contributions to sports were immortalized with his induction into the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame, and his jersey number 78 was retired by the Kansas City Chiefs.
After retiring from professional football, Bobby Bell ventured into the restaurant business, opening Bobby Bell's Bar-b-que in Kansas City.
