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12 minPGdoc-short
7.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

Synopsis

A year after being drafted as Mr. Irrelevant in 1983, John Tuggle was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of cancer.

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Why Watch

  • See Bill Parcells reflect on John Tuggle's impact.
  • Meet John Tuggle, the 1983 Mr. Irrelevant.
  • Find out how cancer changed Tuggle's life.

Did You Know

  • John Tuggle was drafted as Mr. Irrelevant in 1983.
  • Bill Parcells was the coach of the New York Giants during Tuggle's rookie season.
  • Tuggle was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer just one year after his rookie season.
  • The documentary has a runtime of 12 minutes.

Perfect For

NFL history fansInspirational sports storiesBill Parcells enthusiasts
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is John Tuggle?

John Tuggle, known as Mr. Irrelevant from the 1983 NFL draft, played for the New York Giants under coach Bill Parcells.

What happened to John Tuggle after his rookie season?

A year after his rookie season, John Tuggle was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of cancer.

Who directed 'The Irrelevant Giant'?

The documentary 'The Irrelevant Giant' was directed by Shaun Silva.

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