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NFL Star Steve Kiner Dies at 77, Leaves Lasting Legacy

4/25/2025

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Former NFL linebacker Steve Kiner has passed away at the age of 77, leaving behind a legacy as a standout player at the University of Tennessee, where he earned All-America honors. Inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1999, Kiner enjoyed a nine-season NFL career before pursuing a Ph.D. in clinical psychology, showcasing his dedication both on and off the field.

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Former NFL linebacker Steve Kiner has passed away at the age of 77, leaving behind a legacy as a standout player at the University of Tennessee, where he earned All-America honors. Inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1999, Kiner enjoyed a nine-season NFL career before pursuing a Ph.D. in clinical psychology, showcasing his dedication both on and off the field.