John Barefield (born March 23, 1955) is a former

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. He played for the

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from 1978 to 1980.

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{{DEFAULTSORT:Barefield, John 1955 births Living people American football linebackers Texas A&M–Kingsville Javelinas football players St. Louis Cardinals (football) players Denver Gold players Los Angeles Express players San Antonio Gunslingers players Players of American football from Victoria, Texas