Jerome Boyd

Jerome Anthony Boyd (September 18, 1961 – April 28, 2017) was an American professional football player who was a linebacker for the Seattle Seahawks of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Santa Monica College and Oregon State University. He also played for the Oakland Invaders of the United States Football League (USFL).

Early life and college Jerome Anthony Boyd was born on September 18, 1961, in Los Angeles, California.

Boyd played college football at Santa Monica College from 1979 to 1980. He was then a two-year letterman for the Oregon State Beavers of Oregon State University from 1981 to 1982. He recorded one interception as a senior in 1982.

Professional career After going undrafted in the 1983 NFL draft, Boyd signed with the Seattle Seahawks on May 14, 1983. He was released on August 23, 1983. Boyd played in five games during the 1983 season.

Personal life Boyd was the father of former Oakland Raiders safety Jerome Boyd.

Chief Boyd died April 28, 2017, after suffering a medical emergency while on duty. He was buried with full LAFD honors.