Gerry Philbin died: American professional football player, Gerry Philbin died on June 25, 2025 at the age of 83 in Jupiter, Florida, U.S.
He played for defensive end in the American Football League (AFL) and National Football League (NFL).
Initially, he played in college football for the Buffalo Bulls. He received honours including All-American, Little All-American, and All-American Academic team.
He joined in Jets and became starter then he selected as defensive end.
His full name was Gerald John Philbin who born on July 31, 1941 in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, U.S.
He played for New York Jets from 1964 to 1972, Philadelphia Eagles (1973) and New York Stars (1974). He was selected as an AFL All-Star in 1968 and 1969. He was member of the New York Stars in 1974 and he joined former Super Bowl III alumni George Sauer, Jr, Randy Beverly, John Dockery, John Elliott, and Vito (Babe) Parilli. He was also a member of the AFL All-Time Team.