Rob Bironas ’96 selected for Kentucky Pro Football Hall of Fame
Friday, 03 February 2012 14:16

The Kentucky Pro Football Hall of Fame announced the names of this year’s five inductees.

Among them is Trinity alumnus and Tennessee Titans kicker Rob Bironas ’96. The other inductees are Mo Moorman, Bubba Paris, Chris Redman and Dan Neal.

A former four-sport athlete at Trinity, James Robert Douglas “Rob” Bironas attended Auburn University and Georgia Southern University as a kicker. He joined the Titans in 2005, where he finished his first season converting 23 of 29 field goal attempts (79.3 pct.) and 30 of 32 extra point attempts (93.8 pct.). He continues to kick for the Titans today.

The official induction ceremony will be open to the public and will take place on June 15 during the Kentucky Pro Football Hall of Fame’s 10th Anniversary Celebration. Tickets go on sale March 1.

“As the only state to have a Pro Football Hall of Fame, the opportunity to recognize these individuals for their contribution further distinguishes Kentucky as we honor them,” Frank Minnifield, executive director of the Kentucky Pro Football Hall of Fame, said in a release. “This should serve as a moment of pride for all Kentuckians.”

Prominent members of the Hall of Fame include former University of Louisville coach Howard Schnellenberger, New York Giants quarterback and Morehead State University graduate Phil Simms, and the late Lenny Lyles, defensive back for the Baltimore Colts and San Francisco 49ers.

The event will serve as a fundraiser, benefiting the University of Louisville Autism Center at Kosair Charities.