John Garlington

John Garlington
No. 50
Born:June 5, 1946
Jonesboro, Jackson Parish
Louisiana, U.S.
Died:February 10, 2000(2000-02-10) (aged 53)
Mill Creek, Louisiana, U.S.
Career information
Position(s)Linebacker
CollegeLouisiana State
NFL draft1968, round: 2, pick: 47
Career history
As player
1968–1977Cleveland Browns
Career highlights and awards
John Garlington
Other namesBig John
Police career
DepartmentLouisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries - Enforcement Division
Service years1986 - February 10, 2000
Rank1986 - commissioned as Wildlife Agent
1998 - promoted to Captain

John M. Garlington (June 5, 1946 – February 10, 2000) was an American football linebacker who played in the National Football League (NFL). He played professionally for the Cleveland Browns.