Robert Bailey was a professional football player who played as a cornerback in the National Football League (NFL) for ten seasons. He was born on February 13, 1969, in Miami, Florida, and attended the University of Miami, where he played college football for the Miami Hurricanes.
Bailey was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the fourth round of the 1991 NFL Draft. He played for the Cowboys for two seasons, from 1991 to 1992, before being traded to the Los Angeles Rams in 1993. Bailey played for the Rams for four seasons, from 1993 to 1996, and was a key member of their defense during that time.
In 1997, Bailey signed with the Baltimore Ravens as a free agent. He played for the Ravens for two seasons, from 1997 to 1998, and was part of the team that won Super Bowl XXXV in 2001. Bailey then played for the Miami Dolphins in 1999, the Washington Redskins in 2000, and the Detroit Lions in 2001, before retiring from the NFL.
Throughout his career, Bailey was known for his speed, agility, and ability to read the opposing team's offense. He was also a skilled punt returner and kick returner, and was often used in those roles by his teams.
Bailey's best season came in 1995, when he recorded six interceptions, two forced fumbles, and one fumble recovery for the Rams. He was named to the Pro Bowl that year, and was also named a first-team All-Pro by the Associated Press.
In total, Bailey played in 138 NFL games, starting 105 of them. He recorded 24 interceptions, 10 forced fumbles, and six fumble recoveries during his career. He also returned 98 punts for 1,038 yards and one touchdown, and returned 60 kickoffs for 1,364 yards.
After retiring from the NFL, Bailey worked as a coach and mentor for young football players. He also founded the Robert Bailey Foundation, which provides scholarships and other support to underprivileged youth in his hometown of Miami.
Overall, Robert Bailey had a successful career as a professional football player, and was known for his athleticism, versatility, and leadership on and off the field.
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