An outstanding player for the Crusaders on the football field, Rob Giancola set numerous receiving records during his time at Valparaiso.

Both a Second and Third Team All-American in 2003, Giancola helped the Crusaders to the Pioneer Football League title that same season.

A First Team All-PFL selection in 2003 after earning Second Team honors a season before, Giancola set school single season records that same year with 1,496 yards receiving, 23 touchdowns, and 140 total points.

A Walter Payton Award finalist, Giancola finished his career at Valpo with 3,804 yards receiving, nearly 600 more than any other player in school history, as well as a school-best 40 touchdowns and 242 career points.

Giancola is currently a senior assistant manager for American General Finance.