Bob Breunig

Bio

One of the greatest linebackers in Arizona State history, Bob Breunig twice earned WAC Defensive Player of the Year honors during his time in Tempe. A First Team All-America in 1974, Breunig finished his career as Arizona State’s all-time leader in tackles (353) and solo tackles (206). Playing for College Football Hall of Fame coach Frank Kush, the three-time all-conference selection led the Sun Devils to consecutive Fiesta Bowl wins and WAC titles in 1972 and 1973. A two-year team captain, Breunig was named Arizona State’s MVP in 1974, and he appeared in the Coaches All-America Bowl, the East-West Shrine Game and the Hula Bowl following his senior season. Selected in the third round of the 1975 NFL Draft by the Dallas Cowboys, Breunig spent ten seasons with the team. A three-time Pro Bowl selection, he led the Cowboys in tackles four seasons, paving the way to three Super Bowl appearances and a win in Super Bowl XII. The recipient of the 1974 Dick Butkus Silver Anniversary Award in 1999, Breunig is a member of the ASU Sports Hall of Fame and ASU Football Ring of Honor. A member of the All-Time WAC Football Team, he has served on multiple charitable boards, including the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Young Life. In Breunig ran Breunig Commercial, a real estate company in Dallas.

Career Highlights

• 1974 All-Conference
• 1974 First Team All-America
• 1973 All-Conference
• 1972 All-Conference