John Kirby (American football)
American football player (1942–2017)
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John Patrick Kirby (May 30, 1942 – May 30, 2017) was a former professional American football player who played linebacker for seven seasons for the Minnesota Vikings and the New York Giants.[1] Kirby died on May 30, 2017, his 75th birthday.[2]
PositionLinebacker
BornMay 30, 1942
David City, Nebraska, U.S.
David City, Nebraska, U.S.
DiedMay 30, 2017 (aged 75)
David City, Nebraska, U.S.
David City, Nebraska, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
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| Position | Linebacker | ||||||
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| Born | May 30, 1942 David City, Nebraska, U.S. | ||||||
| Died | May 30, 2017 (aged 75) David City, Nebraska, U.S. | ||||||
| Listed height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) | ||||||
| Listed weight | 230 lb (104 kg) | ||||||
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| High school | St Mary's (David City) | ||||||
| College | Nebraska (1960-1963) | ||||||
| NFL draft | 1964: 5th round, 62nd overall pick | ||||||
| AFL draft | 1964: 2nd round, 16th overall pick | ||||||
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