Terrence McGee facts for kids

Terrence Dewayne McGee (born October 14, 1980) is a former professional football player. He was a cornerback and return specialist for the Buffalo Bills in the National Football League (NFL). Terrence played college football for the Northwestern State Demons. The Bills chose him in the fourth round of the 2003 NFL draft. During his career, Terrence was known for his amazing kick return skills and strong defensive play.

Early Life and College Football

Terrence McGee grew up in Athens, Texas. He lived with his mother and brother. One of his favorite hobbies was drawing with charcoal.

Playing for Northwestern State

Terrence went to Northwestern State University. He played on the football team for four years. In his first year, he played a little at cornerback.

The next year, he started returning punts. He set a record for the NCAA FCS (a college football division) with an average of 23.7 yards per return. He also scored three touchdowns from returns that year. This earned him All-America honors.

College Achievements

The Demons football team made it to the FCS playoffs two years in a row. Terrence became one of the best cornerbacks in the FCS. In his last year, he even played as a safety and a receiver. During his college career, he broke up 44 passes and caught 11 interceptions.

Professional Football Career

The Buffalo Bills picked Terrence McGee in the fourth round of the 2003 NFL draft. In his first year, he was a part-time player. He intercepted two passes and forced one fumble.

Becoming a Starter

After another player left, Terrence became a starting cornerback. This was alongside Nate Clements. In the 2004 season, Terrence returned three kickoffs for touchdowns. The Buffalo Bills set an NFL record that year. They had six total kick return touchdowns as a team.

Memorable Plays

On Christmas Eve in 2005, Terrence played against the Cincinnati Bengals. He made history by scoring touchdowns on both an interception and a kick return in the same game. In 2006, he ran a fumble back for a touchdown. This happened in a close game against the Indianapolis Colts.

Terrence showed off his speed in a Monday Night game in 2007. He returned a kickoff 103 yards for a touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys. This was a very exciting play.

Later Career and Retirement

Terrence signed a new contract with the Bills in September 2009. Later that year, he was placed on Injured Reserve because of a shoulder injury. He had a few more seasons with injuries.

On February 14, 2013, the Bills released Terrence McGee. He retired from football soon after. He played in 122 games and started 90 of them. He still holds many records for the Bills team. He was chosen for the Pro Bowl once and was named an All-Pro twice.

Bills Franchise Records

Terrence McGee holds several important records for the Buffalo Bills:

• Most career kickoff return yards (5,450)
• Most career kickoff return touchdowns (5)
• Longest Kickoff return touchdown: 104 yards
• Most career fumble return yards (106)
• Most passes defended (99)

Personal Life and Giving Back

In 2010, Terrence McGee gave $25,000 to the Northwestern State athletic department. At that time, this was the largest donation from a former player who was still playing professionally.

Terrence also helps run a fancy steakhouse in downtown Buffalo. He works with other famous local people and former Bills players like Fred Jackson and Brian Moorman.