Todd Collins is a former American football quarterback who played in the National Football League (NFL) for over a decade. He began his career in 1995 when he was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the second round of the NFL Draft. Collins spent his first few seasons as a backup quarterback, but he eventually became a starter for the Bills in 1997.
Collins played for the Bills for six seasons before he was traded to the Kansas City Chiefs in 2001. He spent three seasons with the Chiefs, serving as a backup quarterback for most of his time there. In 2005, Collins signed with the Washington Redskins, where he spent the next five seasons of his career.
During his time with the Redskins, Collins served as a backup quarterback for most of his tenure. However, he did have a few opportunities to start games, including a memorable game in 2007 when he led the Redskins to a victory over the Chicago Bears. Collins also played in the 2007 playoffs for the Redskins, filling in for an injured Jason Campbell.
Collins' final season in the NFL came in 2010 when he signed with the Chicago Bears. He served as a backup quarterback for the Bears that season, but he did not see any playing time. After the season, Collins announced his retirement from football.
Throughout his career, Collins was known for his strong arm and his ability to make accurate throws downfield. He was also respected by his teammates and coaches for his work ethic and his leadership skills. Despite never being a full-time starter for any team, Collins was able to carve out a successful career in the NFL and earn the respect of his peers.
In total, Collins played in 87 games during his NFL career, completing 509 of 936 passes for 6,786 yards, 38 touchdowns, and 55 interceptions. While he may not have been a household name during his playing days, Collins' contributions to the teams he played for were significant, and he will always be remembered as a hard-working and dedicated player.
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