About James Boyd
Born 1977. James Boyd is an American american football player.
James Aaron Boyd (born October 17, 1977) is an American former professional football player who was a defensive back for the Jacksonville Jaguars of the National Football League (NFL). He attended Indian River High School in Chesapeake, and as quarterback, guided the team to a state football championship in 1995.
College career Boyd played free safety at Penn State. In 2000, he was one of 12 semifinalists for the Jim Thorpe Award, which is given to the best defensive back in college football.
Professional career James was selected in the 3rd round (94th overall) of the 2001 NFL draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars. He wore #42. In 2002, he deflected two passes and made five solo tackles in ten games.
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Who is James Boyd?
player of American football
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James Boyd was born on 17 October 1977 in Norfolk, Virginia.
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James Boyd is an american football player.
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James Boyd is American.
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