Robert Bean (gridiron football)

Robert D. Bean Jr. (born January 6, 1978) is an American former professional football cornerback.

In football, he was a four-year starter at wide receiver, cornerback and free safety.

Bean spent two seasons at Mississippi State University following a two-year stint at Georgia Military College.

He earned All-SEC second-team honors in 1998 after registering five interceptions, two blocked kicks, nine passes defended and 33 defensive tackles.

[1] In his rookie season, Bean played in 12 games, totaling 23 tackles and one interception.

After being released by the Lions, Bean signed with the Los Angeles Avengers.