Terry Kirby is a former American football player who played as a running back in the National Football League (NFL) for several teams. He was born on January 20, 1970, in Hampton, Virginia, and attended Tabb High School in Yorktown, Virginia. Kirby was a standout athlete in high school, excelling in football, basketball, and track and field.
After graduating from high school, Kirby attended the University of Virginia, where he played college football for the Virginia Cavaliers. He was a versatile player who could run, catch, and return kicks, and he set several school records during his college career. Kirby was named the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Rookie of the Year in 1989 and was a first-team All-ACC selection in 1992.
Kirby was selected in the third round of the 1993 NFL Draft by the Miami Dolphins. He played for the Dolphins for three seasons, from 1993 to 1995, and was a key contributor on offense and special teams. Kirby rushed for 1,035 yards and caught 121 passes for 1,047 yards during his time in Miami, and he also returned kickoffs and punts.
In 1996, Kirby was traded to the San Francisco 49ers, where he played for two seasons. He was primarily used as a third-down back and a kick returner in San Francisco, and he had some success in those roles. Kirby caught 62 passes for 559 yards and two touchdowns in 1996, and he returned a kickoff for a touchdown in 1997.
After his stint with the 49ers, Kirby played for several other teams in the NFL, including the Cleveland Browns, the Oakland Raiders, and the Washington Redskins. He was mostly a backup player during this time, but he still managed to contribute in various ways. Kirby retired from the NFL after the 2002 season, having played in 131 games and amassed 3,759 rushing yards, 2,895 receiving yards, and 23 total touchdowns.
Since retiring from football, Kirby has worked as a coach and mentor for young athletes. He has also been involved in various charitable organizations, including the Boys and Girls Club of America and the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Kirby remains a beloved figure in the communities where he has lived and played, and he is remembered as a versatile and hardworking player who always gave his best effort on the field.
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