Bob Schnelker, a member of the inaugural BGSU Athletics Hall of Fame class, passed away Dec. 12 at the age of 88 in Naples, Fla. Among other notable achievements, Schnelker was a two-time Pro Bowler (1958 and 1959) and offensive coordinator for the Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay Packers.
Schnelker played nine seasons in the NFL as a tight end following an outstanding collegiate career at BGSU. He was drafted in the 29th round of the 1950 NFL Draft by the Cleveland Browns and was a member of the 1956 NFL Champion New York Giants. From 1963-1989, he served in various roles on coaching staffs of the Los Angeles Rams, Green Bay Packers, San Diego Chargers, Miami Dolphins, Kansas City Chiefs, Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings.