Bryan Barker is a former American football punter who played in the National Football League (NFL) for over a decade. He began his career in the NFL as an undrafted free agent in 1990, signing with the Kansas City Chiefs. Barker played for the Chiefs for two seasons before being traded to the Philadelphia Eagles in 1992.
Barker played for the Eagles for three seasons before being traded to the St. Louis Rams in 1995. He played for the Rams for one season before being traded to the Jacksonville Jaguars in 1996. Barker played for the Jaguars for six seasons, from 1996 to 2001, and was a key part of the team's success during that time.
In 2002, Barker signed with the Green Bay Packers, where he played for one season before being released. He then signed with the Washington Redskins in 2003, where he played for one season before being released again. Barker then signed with the Chicago Bears in 2004, where he played for one season before retiring from the NFL in 2005.
Throughout his career, Barker was known for his strong leg and accuracy as a punter. He was also known for his ability to pin opponents deep in their own territory, making it difficult for them to score. Barker was named to the Pro Bowl in 1997 and was also named to the All-Pro team in 1997 and 1998.
After retiring from the NFL, Barker became a high school football coach in Florida. He also worked as a color commentator for college football games on ESPN and as a sideline reporter for NFL games on Fox.
Overall, Bryan Barker had a successful career as a punter in the NFL, playing for several different teams over the course of more than a decade. He was known for his accuracy and strong leg, and was recognized as one of the best punters in the league during his prime.
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