Gary Baldinger


Gary Thomas Baldinger is an American former professional football player who was a defensive lineman for six seasons in the National Football League, primarily with the Kansas City Chiefs. He played college football for the Wake Forest Demon Deacons and was selected by the Chiefs in the ninth round of the 1986 NFL draft.
His older brother Rich Baldinger was his teammate with the Chiefs and also played at Wake Forest University. His oldest brother Brian Baldinger also played in the NFL and currently is a broadcaster.
Like his brothers, he graduated from Massapequa High School.
His son, Brad Baldinger is a two-sport athlete in baseball and football, better known as a catcher for Denison University.