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Terence Newman

Newman with the Minnesota Vikings in 2015
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Position:	Cornerback
Personal information
Born:	(1978-09-04) September 4, 1978 (age 46) Salina, Kansas, U.S.
Height:	5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Weight:	197 lb (89 kg)
Career information
High school:	Salina Central
College:	Kansas State (1998–2002)
NFL Draft:	2003 / Round: 1 / Pick: 5
Career history
As player:
Dallas Cowboys (2003–2011) Cincinnati Bengals (2012–2014) Minnesota Vikings (2015–2017)
As coach:
Minnesota Vikings (2018) Nickel / Defensive backs coach
Career highlights and awards
2 × Pro Bowl (2007, 2009) PFWA All-Rookie Team (2003) Jim Thorpe Award (2002) Unanimous All-American (2002) Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year (2002) First-team All-Big 12 (2002) Second-team All-Big 12 (2001) Kansas State Hall of Fame (2018)
Career NFL statistics
Total tackles: 876 Forced fumbles: 8 Fumble recoveries: 7 Pass deflections: 184 Interceptions: 42 Touchdowns: 5
Player stats at PFR

Terence Newman (born September 4, 1978) is a former professional football player. He played as a cornerback for 15 seasons in the National Football League (NFL). His teams included the Dallas Cowboys, Cincinnati Bengals, and Minnesota Vikings. He played college football for the Kansas State Wildcats. He was recognized as a unanimous All-American player. The Cowboys chose him as the fifth overall pick in the 2003 NFL draft.

Early Life and Sports

Terence Newman grew up in Salina, Kansas. He was a talented athlete at Salina High School Central. He played football, basketball, baseball, and ran track.

High School Football Skills

In his senior year of football, he was a wide receiver on offense. He caught 10 passes for 251 yards and three touchdowns. On defense, he made 45 tackles and five interceptions. He also returned 13 punts, scoring two touchdowns. He was named an All-Class 5A player.

Track and Field Talent

Newman was also a great track & field athlete. He ran the 100-meter dash in 10.36 seconds. His 200-meter dash time was 21.6 seconds. These were impressive speeds for a high school athlete.

College Football Journey

Newman attended Kansas State University. He played as a defensive back for the Kansas State Wildcats football team. He played from 1998 to 2002 under coach Bill Snyder. He also played on special teams and sometimes as a wide receiver.

Starting His College Career

Newman was a backup defensive back in his second year. He played in all 11 games in 1999. He became a strong special teams player. He returned a kickoff for 73 yards against Baylor. He also got his first college interception against Missouri.

Sophomore Year Highlights

In 2000, Newman played in all 14 games. He made a career-high five tackles in his first start. He scored a touchdown by returning a blocked punt against Oklahoma.

Track Success in College

In track & field, he finished third in the 60-meter dash at the Big 12 Indoor Championships. He also ran the 200-meter dash in 21.34 seconds. He was part of the Wildcats' 4 × 100 m relay team.

Junior Year Achievements

As a junior in 2001, Newman was a second-team All-Big 12 player. He was a semifinalist for the Jim Thorpe Award. This award goes to the best defensive back. He started all 11 games at cornerback. He led his team with 14 pass breakups and three interceptions. He also blocked two kicks.

Breaking Track Records

Newman set two school records in track & field in 2001. He ran the 60-meter dash in 6.67 seconds. He also set the indoor 200-meter dash record at 21.17 seconds. He won the Big 12 Outdoor Championship in the 100-meter dash.

Senior Year and Top Awards

In 2002, Newman had 54 tackles and five interceptions. He was named a first-team All-Big 12 player. He also won the Big 12 Conference Defensive Player of the Year. He was a unanimous All-American. He won the Jim Thorpe Award as the nation's best defensive back.

More Track and Field Wins

Newman won the Big 12 Outdoor Championship in the 100 meters again. He broke his own school record in the 100-meter dash with a time of 10.20 seconds. He also won the Big 12 Indoor Championship in the 60-meter dash.

Professional Football Career

The Dallas Cowboys picked Terence Newman in the first round of the 2003 NFL draft. He was the fifth player chosen overall. This made him Kansas State's highest draft pick ever.

Time with the Dallas Cowboys

Newman joined the Cowboys in 2003. He quickly became a starting cornerback.

2003 Season Highlights

Newman played his first NFL game on September 7, 2003. He made five tackles and one pass deflection. In Week 2, he got his first career interception. In Week 13, he had a season-high seven tackles. On December 14, 2003, he made three interceptions in one game. This tied a team record. He started all 16 games that season. He finished with 76 tackles and four interceptions.

2004 and 2005 Seasons

In 2004, Newman was the top cornerback for the Cowboys. He had 68 tackles and four interceptions. In 2005, he continued as a strong defender. He finished the season with 59 tackles and three interceptions. He did not allow any touchdowns when covering players that year.

2006 and First Touchdown

In 2006, Newman had 63 tackles and one interception. On December 31, 2006, he scored his first career touchdown. He returned a punt for 56 yards against the Detroit Lions.

2007 Pro Bowl Season

Newman was named to the 2008 Pro Bowl in 2007. He made a big play against the Buffalo Bills. He returned an interception for 70 yards, setting up a touchdown. This helped the Cowboys win a close game. He finished with 50 tackles and four interceptions.

2008 and 2009 Seasons

In 2008, Newman dealt with injuries. He played in ten games, making 37 tackles and four interceptions. In 2009, he returned strong. He scored another touchdown by returning an interception for 27 yards. He had a career-high 18 pass deflections. He was named to the 2010 Pro Bowl that year.

2010 and 2011 Seasons

In 2010, Newman had a career-high five interceptions. He also made 79 tackles. In 2011, he scored another touchdown on an interception return. He finished with 53 tackles and three interceptions. The Cowboys released him in 2012.

Playing for the Cincinnati Bengals

In 2012, Newman signed with the Cincinnati Bengals. He reunited with his former coach, Mike Zimmer.

2012 and 2013 Seasons

Newman had a good season in 2012. He made 75 tackles and led the team with ten pass deflections. He also had two interceptions. In 2013, he re-signed with the Bengals. He continued as a starting cornerback. He finished with 52 tackles and two interceptions.

2014 Season and Playoffs

In 2014, Newman had 72 tackles and 14 pass deflections. He also had one interception. He played in the AFC Wildcard Game against the Indianapolis Colts. This was his last game with the Bengals.

Newman at training camp with the Bengals in 2014

Joining the Minnesota Vikings

In 2015, Newman joined the Minnesota Vikings. He again reunited with coach Mike Zimmer.

2015 Season and Big Plays

Newman became a starting cornerback for the Vikings. On November 15, 2015, he had a great game. He made two interceptions against the Oakland Raiders. He was named the NFC Defensive Player of the Week. He was one of only two players over 37 to have multiple interceptions in a game. He finished the season with 62 tackles and three interceptions.

2016 and 2017 Seasons

In 2016, Newman continued to play for the Vikings. He was the second oldest active defensive player in the NFL. He finished with 38 tackles and one interception. In 2017, he played in all 16 games. He had 35 tackles and one interception. He played in the NFC Championship Game that year.

Retirement and Coaching

On September 1, 2018, Terence Newman announced his retirement from playing football. He immediately joined the Vikings' coaching staff.

NFL career statistics

Regular season

NFL Records

• Terence Newman is one of only two cornerbacks to have two interceptions in a single game at age 37. The other is Deion Sanders (in 2004).

Coaching Career

After retiring from playing, Newman joined the Vikings coaching staff in 2018. He worked as a Nickel / Defensive backs coach.