Terry Wright (gridiron football)
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| Position: | Defensive back | ||
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| Date of birth: | July 17, 1964 | ||
| Place of birth: | Phoenix, Arizona | ||
| Height: | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) | ||
| Weight: | 195 lb (88 kg) | ||
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| College: | Temple | ||
| Undrafted: | 1987 | ||
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Terry Leon Wright (born July 17, 1964) is a former American football defensive back who played two seasons with the Indianapolis Colts of the National Football League. He first enrolled at Scottsdale Community College before transferring to Temple University. He attended South Mountain High School in Phoenix, Arizona.[1] Wright was also a member of the Cleveland Browns, Oklahoma City Twisters and Hamilton Tiger-Cats.
College career
Scottsdale Community College
Wright first played college football for the Scottsdale Fighting Artichokes.[2]
Temple University
Wright then transferred to play for the Temple Owls. In 1986, he recorded 42 tackles, two fumbles recoveries, four interceptions and an 80 yard interception return for a touchdown.[2]
Professional career
Cleveland Browns
Wright signed with the Cleveland Browns after going undrafted in the 1987 NFL Draft. He was released by the Browns after summer camp.[2]
Indianapolis Colts
Wright was signed by the Indianapolis Colts during the 1987 NFL players' strike and played in 13 games, starting two, for the team during the 1987 season.[1][2] He played in eight games for the Colts in 1988.[1]
Oklahoma City Twisters
Wright played for the Oklahoma City Twisters of the Minor League Football System in 1990.[2]
Hamilton Tiger-Cats
Wright played in 54 games for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats from 1991 to 1994.[3]
References
- 1 2 3 "TERRY WRIGHT". profootballarchives.com. Retrieved December 5, 2015.
- 1 2 3 4 5 Meece, Volney (July 4, 1990). "Wright's Career Takes A New Twist Safety Takes Leave of Absence to Resume Football Career". The Oklahoman. Retrieved December 5, 2015.
- ↑ "1993 Hamilton Tiger-Cats". profootballarchives.com. Retrieved December 5, 2015.