Hank Bauer (American football)

Hank Bauer
No. 37
PositionRunning back
Personal information
Born (1954-07-15) July 15, 1954
Scottsbluff, Nebraska, U.S.
Listed height5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Listed weight200 lb (91 kg)
Career information
High schoolMagnolia (Anaheim, California)
CollegeCal Lutheran
NFL draft1976: undrafted
Career history
Playing
* Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Coaching
Awards and highlights
Awards
  • Chargers Most Inspirational Player 1978
  • Chargers Special Teams MVP 1980–1981
  • NFL Alumni Special Teams Player of the Year
  • TBS NFL Special Teams Player of the Year
  • Pro Football Journal All NFL Decade Team '75-'85, Special Teamer
Honors
NFL records
  • NFL Record 52 special teams tackles in 1981
  • Scored 3 TDs on 4 carries, but gained just 1 net yard vs New Orleans (9 December 1979)
Career NFL statistics
Games played - started86 - 4
Touchdowns21
Stats at Pro Football Reference

Henry John Bauer (born July 15, 1954) is an American sports broadcaster and former professional football player. He was a running back for the San Diego Chargers of the National Football League (NFL). He was named NFL Special Teams Player of the Year three times. After his playing career, he became a television and radio broadcaster.