About Barry Pearson
Lived 1950 – 2026 (aged 76). Barry Pearson was an American american football player.
Barry Lynn Pearson (February 4, 1950 – August 16, 2026) was an American professional football player who was a wide receiver for four seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers (1972–1973) and Kansas City Chiefs (1974–1976) of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Northwestern Wildcats.
In 1972, making his pro football debut, Pearson was on the field for the Immaculate Reception and was the receiver for whom the play was designed, but Terry Bradshaw was flushed from the pocket and threw toward Frenchy Fuqua instead.
Pearson died on August 16, 2026, at the age of 76.
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Who was Barry Pearson?
American football player
When was Barry Pearson born?
Barry Pearson was born on 4 February 1950 in Geneseo.
When did Barry Pearson die?
Barry Pearson died on 16 August 2026.
What was Barry Pearson's occupation?
Barry Pearson was an american football player.
What nationality was Barry Pearson?
Barry Pearson was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Barry Pearson. https://biography.guide/barry-pearson/
MLA: "Barry Pearson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/barry-pearson/.
Chicago: "Barry Pearson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/barry-pearson/.
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