Terry Miller (running back) facts for kids
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| Position: | Running back Kickoff returner |
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| Born: | January 7, 1956 Columbus, Georgia, U.S. |
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| Height: | 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) | ||||||||||||
| Weight: | 196 lb (89 kg) | ||||||||||||
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| High school: | Mitchell (Colorado Springs, Colorado) |
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| College: | Oklahoma State (1974–1977) | ||||||||||||
| NFL Draft: | 1978 / Round: 1 / Pick: 5 | ||||||||||||
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Terry Miller, born on January 7, 1956, is a former American football player. He was a talented running back and kickoff returner. He played in the National Football League (NFL) for the Buffalo Bills and the Seattle Seahawks.
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College Football Star
Terry Miller played college football for the Oklahoma State Cowboys. He was an amazing player, earning "All-American" honors twice in 1976 and 1977. In 1977, he finished second in the voting for the Heisman Trophy. This award goes to the most outstanding player in college football.
Oklahoma State Achievements
- He was named the Big Eight Offensive Player of the Year twice.
- He was a first-team All-Big Eight player three times.
- His jersey number, 43, was retired by Oklahoma State. This is a special honor for great players.
NFL Career
Terry Miller was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 1978. He had a strong start in his first NFL season. He ran for over 1,000 yards as a rookie.
Role Changes in the NFL
In his second season, his rushing yards decreased. By 1980, the Bills had another star running back. Terry Miller then mostly played as a kickoff returner. This means he would catch the ball after the other team kicked it off and try to run it back.
Hall of Fame
Terry Miller's great college career was recognized in 2022. He was voted into the College Football Hall of Fame. This honor celebrates the best college football players of all time.
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