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Jets Legend Gerry Philbin Dies at 83

6/26/2025

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Gerry Philbin, the legendary New York Jets defensive end and Super Bowl III champion, has passed away at 83 after battling dementia. A powerhouse on the field from 1964 to 1972, he notched 64.5 unofficial sacks, placing him fourth in Jets history. Honored in the Jets' Ring of Honor, Philbin later thrived in real estate and entrepreneurship on Long Island.

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Gerry Philbin, the legendary New York Jets defensive end and Super Bowl III champion, has passed away at 83 after battling dementia. A powerhouse on the field from 1964 to 1972, he notched 64.5 unofficial sacks, placing him fourth in Jets history. Honored in the Jets' Ring of Honor, Philbin later thrived in real estate and entrepreneurship on Long Island.