A former NFL player who quit football to become an orthopedic surgeon has died at the age of 73, according to a newly-published obituary.
Dave Gallagher began his playing career with the Bears in 1974 and suited up for the Giants from 1975-76.
However, the defensive lineman stepped away from the sport following his stint in New York to finish medical school at his alma mater, the University of Michigan, and embark on a career as a surgeon.
Gallagher briefly returned to the sport from 1978-79 with the Lions, but practiced medicine ‘for many years’ in Columbus, Indiana, the obituary said.
A cause of death has not been disclosed for Gallagher, who passed away on January 2 according to the obituary.
It appears the obituary was not posted until August 4, and a graveside service is scheduled for August 19.
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