San Francisco 49ers quarterback Josh Dobbs is eagerly anticipating the opportunity to witness a total solar eclipse today in Cleveland, Ohio. The morning rain and clouds have cleared, setting the stage for a picturesque view against the backdrop of Lake Erie, increasing Dobbs' chances of experiencing this highly anticipated celestial event.
This event has been marked on Dobbs' calendar for months, particularly after learning about it during his time with the Cleveland Browns last year. Dobbs, who has been fascinated by aviation since childhood, has pursued his passion for math, science, and football since the age of 5.
During his time at the University of Tennessee, Dobbs obtained a degree in aerospace engineering, earning the moniker 'Astro Dobbs' along the way. Today, he is widely recognized as the 'Passtronaut' due to his dual interests in football and aerospace engineering.
Continuing his dedication to aerospace engineering, Dobbs has collaborated with NASA on multiple occasions. He contributed to the development of the mobile launcher for the Artemis I mission in 2021 and the lunar soil-mining RASSOR (Regolith Advanced Surface Systems Operations Robot).
Speaking outside the Great Lakes Science Center, Dobbs emphasized the significance of space research, highlighting its impact on both future human civilization and everyday life on Earth. He specifically mentioned experiments being conducted 225 miles above Earth on the International Space Station.
While football remains Dobbs' primary focus as a 29-year-old quarterback, he is enthusiastic about his ongoing partnership with NASA and is eager to witness the agency's advancements in space exploration. Dobbs harbors a long-term aspiration of realizing his dream as the 'Passtronaut' by throwing a pass on the moon.
