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Super Bowl Champ Barry Wilburn Dies at 62
9 Feb
Summary
- Barry Wilburn, Super Bowl XXII winner, passed away at 62.
- He led the NFL in interceptions during the 1987 season.
- Wilburn tragically died early Friday in a house fire.
Former NFL player Barry Wilburn, who achieved Super Bowl glory and led the league in interceptions, has died at 62. The Commanders confirmed his passing on Sunday. Sources close to his family reported that Wilburn tragically succumbed to injuries sustained in a house fire early Friday morning.
Wilburn began his NFL career with Washington after playing college football at Mississippi. He was drafted by the team in 1985 and quickly became a notable defensive back. In 1987, he recorded nine interceptions, leading the league and playing alongside Hall of Famer Darrell Green.
His most memorable performance came during Washington's dominant 42-10 victory over the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XXII. In that championship game, Wilburn intercepted two passes, significantly contributing to his team's win. After five seasons with Washington, he played for the Cleveland Browns and later spent time with the Philadelphia Eagles.
