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Terry Wright (defensive back)
American gridiron football player (born 1964) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Terry Leon Wright (born July 17, 1964) is an American former professional football defensive back who played two seasons with the Indianapolis Colts of the National Football League (NFL). He first enrolled at Scottsdale Community College before transferring to Temple University. Wright was also a member of the Cleveland Browns, Oklahoma City Twisters and Hamilton Tiger-Cats. His brother Toby Wright also played in the NFL.
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Early life
Terry Leon Wright was born on July 17, 1964, in Phoenix, Arizona.[1] He attended South Mountain High School in Phoenix.[1]
College career
Wright first played college football for the Scottsdale Fighting Artichokes of Scottsdale Community College.[2]
Wright then transferred to play for the Temple Owls of Temple University. In 1986, he recorded 42 tackles, two fumbles recoveries, four interceptions and an 80-yard interception return for a touchdown.[2]
Professional career
Wright signed with the Cleveland Browns after going undrafted in the 1987 NFL draft. He was released by the Browns after summer camp.[2]
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]
Wright played for the Oklahoma City Twisters of the Minor League Football System in 1990.[2]
Wright played in 54 games for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats from 1991 to 1994.[3]
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