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John Barefield is a former linebacker out of Texas A&M University-Kingsville, selected by the Los Angeles Rams with the 42nd overall pick (round 2) in the 1978 NFL Draft. His pro career included stints with the St. Louis Cardinals, Denver Gold, Los Angeles Express and San Antonio Gunslingers.
Draft Details
Year
Round
Round 2
Pick
42nd overall
Team
Position
College
John Barefield Career Stats
Career History
- St. Louis Cardinals (1978–1980)
- Denver Gold (1983)
- Los Angeles Express (1983)
- San Antonio Gunslingers (1984–1985)
Born: Victoria, Texas, U.S. · Height: 6-2 · Weight: 224 lb
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| 1 | 2 |  KC |
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| 1 | 3 |  NO |
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| 1 | 5 |  BUF |
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| 1 | 6 |  GB |
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| 1 | 7 |  SF |
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TE |  Notre Dame |
| 1 | 8 |  CIN |
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NT | Notre Dame |
| 1 | 9 |  SEA |
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DB |  Memphis |
| 1 | 10 |  NYG |
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OT | Stanford |
| 10 | 1 | HOU |
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WR | Sam Houston State |
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