Nakia Codie facts for kids
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| Position: | Defensive back |
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| Born: | January 20, 1977 Onslow County, North Carolina, U.S. |
| Height: | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| Weight: | 208 lb (94 kg) |
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| High school: | Cleburne (TX) |
| College: | Baylor |
| Undrafted: | 1999 |
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Nakia Yarbrough Codie, born on January 20, 1977, is a former American football player. He played as a defensive back, a position in football where players help stop the opposing team from catching passes and scoring. Nakia Codie played for two teams in the National Football League (NFL): the Detroit Lions and the Pittsburgh Steelers.
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Nakia Codie's Football Journey
Nakia Codie was a talented athlete who played football both in college and professionally. His journey took him from high school fields to some of the biggest stadiums in the United States.
Early Life and High School
Nakia Codie was born in Onslow County, North Carolina. When he was older, he attended Cleburne High School. This high school is located in Cleburne, Texas. It was here that he started to show his skills in football.
College Football Days
After high school, Nakia Codie went on to play college football. He played for Baylor University, which is known for its strong sports programs. Playing for the Baylor Bears helped him get ready for a career in professional football.
Playing in the NFL
In 1999, Nakia Codie began his professional career in the National Football League (NFL). The NFL is the highest level of professional American football. He first joined the Detroit Lions. He played with them for one season. After that, he moved to the Pittsburgh Steelers. He played with the Steelers for three seasons. As a defensive back, his job was to defend against passes and help tackle players from the other team.
