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11 Facts About Rob Bruggeman

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Robert Bruggeman was born on March 21,1986 and is an American former professional football player who was a center in the National Football League.

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Rob Bruggeman played college football for the Iowa Hawkeyes and was signed by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent in 2009.

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Rob Bruggeman has been a member of the Atlanta Falcons.

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Rob Bruggeman was high school teammates with New Orleans Saints wide receiver Adrian Arrington.

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Injuries limited his playing time in 2006, but Rob Bruggeman was able to contribute in several games towards the end of 2007.

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Iowa's 2008 season turned out to be a formative one for Rob Bruggeman, starting with first-string center designation from Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz following spring practice.

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Rob Bruggeman started every game at center for the Hawkeyes in 2008, including their resounding Outback Bowl victory over the South Carolina Gamecocks.

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Rob Bruggeman earned first team District Seven Academic All-America honors and Academic All-Big Ten accolades following his senior season.

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Rob Bruggeman was named to the second team All-Big Ten list by the league's coaches and media.

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Rob Bruggeman later improved his measurables at the Iowa Pro Day.

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Rob Bruggeman was waived by the Buccaneers in September 2009.