Gary Anthony Padjen (born July 2, 1958) is an American former professional football linebacker in the National Football League (NFL) for the Baltimore Colts and Indianapolis Colts.
As a senior, he was one of the team's captains and received All-State honors at defensive tackle.
As a senior, he developed a reputation as one of the hardest hitters on the team and ranked first with 123 tackles.
[4] On March 15, 1982, he was signed as a free agent by the Baltimore Colts, reuniting with his former college head coach Frank Kush.
[5][6] He appeared in 8 games with 3 starts at inside linebacker during the strike shortened season.
[7] On February 24, 1986, he signed a contract with the Arizona Outlaws of the United States Football League, reuniting with his former college head coach Frank Kush.