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Robert Newhouse Net Worth, Age, Height, Bio, Birthday, Wiki!

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Updated on January 10, 2026

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Robert Newhouse Biography

Robert Newhouse is one of the most popular and richest Football Player who was born on January 9, 1950 in Longview, Texas, United States. Ex-NFL fullback who played from 1972 to 1983 for the Dallas Cowboys, winning Super Bowl XII in 1978. His school record for most consecutive 100-yard games and rushing yards per season was set by the University of Houston.

Under legendary Cowboys coach He won his only Super Bowl under legendary Cowboys head coach Tom Landry., he won his first Super Bowl.

He became part of a very successful stretch for the University of Houston from 1969 to 1971. In 1969, the team finished 9–2 and ranked #12 in the AP Poll. In 1970, the team finished 8–3 and ranked 19th. In 1971, the team finished 9–3 and ranked 17th.

Before his senior season started, he suffered a cracked pelvis in a serious automobile accident, because at the time the redshirt option didn’t exist, he went on to play with the injury. He was a tri-captain of the 1971 team, along with Gary Mullins and Frank Ditta. His 1,757 rushing yards were the second most yards in a season in NCAA history and the most in school history at the time. He received second-team All-American honors by the Associated Press at the end of the year.

His son Reggie Newhouse was a wide receiver for the Arizona Cardinals between 2004 and 2005.

NameRobert Newhouse
First NameRobert
Last NameNewhouse
OccupationFootball Player
BirthdayJanuary 9
Birth Year1950
Place of BirthLongview
Home TownTexas
Birth CountryUnited States
Birth SignCapricorn
Full/Birth Name
ParentsRobert F. Newhouse, Sr, Mattie B. Jones Newhouse
SiblingsNot Available
SpouseNot Known
Children(s)Reggie Newhouse, Shawntel Coy, Roddrick Newhouse, Dawnyel Newhouse

Ethnicity, religion & political views

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He was also effective as the primary running back and led the Cowboys in rushing in 1975 with 930 yards, eventually running his way through 4,784 rushing yards, 956 receiving yards and 31 touchdowns during his notable career. His longest run from scrimmage as a professional was a 54-yard gain against the Philadelphia Eagles in 1973.

Robert Newhouse Net Worth

Robert Newhouse is one of the richest Football Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Robert Newhouse's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Despite his many outstanding performances, the University of Houston was not the only Division I school to offer him a scholarship from Galilee High School.

Due to his extraordinary leg strength and 44-inch circumference, he was called “The Human Bowling Ball”.

Robert Fulton Newhouse (January 9, 1950 – July 22, 2014) was a football fullback in the National Football League for the Dallas Cowboys for twelve seasons. He played college football at the University of Houston.

Net Worth$5 Million
SalaryUnder Review
Source of IncomeFootball Player
CarsNot Available
HouseLiving in own house.

While he was on the team, the Cowboys went to three Super Bowls, winning Super Bowl XII against the Denver Broncos in 1977. His most notable career highlight and Super Bowl moment was the 29-yard touchdown pass he threw (going to his left) to Golden Richards in Super Bowl XII.

In 1977, he was inducted into the University of Houston Athletics Hall of Honor.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Robert Newhouse height 5 ft 10 in Robert weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Height5 ft 10 in
WeightNot Known
Body MeasurementsUnder Review
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Newhouse was selected in the second round of the 1972 NFL draft by the Dallas Cowboys, the 35th overall pick. Although he had the ability to play running back, he unselfishly made the switch to fullback in order to help the team as a rookie. In 1975 he was named the regular starter at fullback, replacing the retired Walt Garrison.

Newhouse married wife Nancy and together they had four children, including twin daughters. His youngest son Reggie Newhouse played for the Arizona Cardinals in 2004 and 2005. After his football playing career was over, he spent several years with the Dallas Cowboys working in the player-relations department.

Who is Robert Newhouse Dating?

According to our records, Robert Newhouse is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Robert Newhouse’s is not dating anyone.

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Newhouse played sparingly backing up Ron Springs during his last 3 seasons. He retired at the end of the 1983 season, as the fourth all-time leading rusher in team history, after playing for 12 years.

Facts & Trivia

Robert Ranked on the list of most popular Football Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Robert Newhouse celebrates birthday on January 9 of every year.

His health started declining after suffering a heart stroke in 2010. Unable to get strong enough for a heart transplant procedure, on July 22, 2014, he died at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota of heart disease.

What happened to Robert Newhouse?

Life after playing and his untimely death Unfortunately, in 2010, Newhouse suffered a stroke. For the next four years, his health steadily declined. In July 2014, after years of battling illness, he died from the effects of heart disease. He was 64.

Who had the biggest thighs in NFL history?

Described as a “one-man demolition team,” Earl Campbell was a punishing runner. He packed 36-inch thighs on a 5’11”, 233-pound frame to make him the most feared running back of his time.

Is Robert Newhouse in the Hall of Fame?

Newhouse played sparingly backing up Ron Springs during his last 3 seasons. He retired at the end of the 1983 season, as the fourth all-time leading rusher in team history, after playing for 12 years. He was inducted into the Texas Black Sports Hall of Fame.

Who played number 44 for the Dallas Cowboys?

The Following Players Have All Worn 44 For The Dallas Cowboys: Don Bishop, CB. Michael Brooks, S. Tyler Clutts*, FB.

Who has the largest quads in the NFL?

#Packers RB AJ Dillon took time to explain a few things about his quads today: *He says his quads are the biggest/strongest in the NFL. *He now has nicknames for both his quads *One quad is “Quadfather” *The other is “Quadzilla” He was very serious. He also plans to sell merch.

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