Kirk Collins
American football player (1958–1984)
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Edward Kirk Collins (July 18, 1958 – February 22, 1984) was an American professional football player who was a cornerback in the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Los Angeles Rams in the seventh round of the 1980 NFL draft. He played college football for the Baylor Bears.
PositionCornerback
BornJuly 18, 1958
San Antonio, Texas, U.S.
San Antonio, Texas, U.S.
DiedFebruary 22, 1984 (aged 25)
Anaheim, California, U.S.
Anaheim, California, U.S.
Listed height5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
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| Position | Cornerback | ||||
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| Born | July 18, 1958 San Antonio, Texas, U.S. | ||||
| Died | February 22, 1984 (aged 25) Anaheim, California, U.S. | ||||
| Listed height | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) | ||||
| Listed weight | 182 lb (83 kg) | ||||
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| High school | Sam Houston (San Antonio) | ||||
| College | Baylor | ||||
| NFL draft | 1980: 7th round, 176th overall pick | ||||
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Collins was diagnosed with gastroesophageal cancer during the 1983 season, subsequently ending his career.[1] He died of the disease on February 22, 1984.[2]
