## #41 Mike Bass Cornerback | 1969-75 |
Holds record for longest fumble return for a touchdown in Super Bowl (VII) history at 49 yards… Posted 30 interceptions over his career, fourth all-time in team history… Proudest football accomplishment is beating Green Bay and Dallas to capture the NFC Championship during the 1972-73 season… Remembers fondly running back Garo Yepremian's fumble for a touchdown in Super Bowl… "It happened so quickly and was a tribute to Coach Allen for his dedication to detail. My job was to get the ball if it's blocked." |
Mentions Coach Vince Lombardi as his greatest inspiration… The Redskins mean "family" to him… Pre-game ritual included shaking hands and participating in a stare down session with Pat Fischer… Lists Ken Houston among most admired teammates.
After football, owned and operated a resort in the Bahamas for nearly 20 years… Also worked for the University of Florida in the school's office of Academic Support and Institutional Services.
