Jim Flanigan, Sr.

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James Michael "Jim" Flanigan , Sr. was born on April 15, 1945 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He attended the University of Pittsburgh and played linebacker on the Panthers' football team. Jim was 6' 3" feet tall and weighed 240 pounds.

He was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the 2nd round (51st overall) of the 1967 National Football League Draft. Jim played 40 games for the Packers between 1967 and 1970. He was a member of the Super Bowl Champions of 1967. He also played at Middle Linebacker in 14 games for the New Orleans Saints in 1971, giving him a total of 54 professional games.

After retirement Jim settled in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin.

His son Jim Flanigan Jr., played at the University of Notre Dame and professionally for the Chicago Bears, Green Bay Packers, San Francisco 49ers, and Philadelphia Eagles during his 9 year career. Jim Flanigan Jr finished his career with 46 sacks.