John Patrick Kirby (May 30, 1942 – May 30, 2017) is a former professional

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player who played right outside linebacker for seven seasons for the

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and the

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. Kirby died on May 30, 2017, his 75th birthday.

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1942 births Living people American football linebackers Minnesota Vikings players Nebraska Cornhuskers football players New York Giants players People from David City, Nebraska Players of American football from Nebraska {{linebacker-1940s-stub