About Tom Boyd
Born 1959. Tom Boyd is an American american football player and canadian football player.
Thomas Barton Boyd (born November 24, 1959) is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Alabama Crimson Tide and was selected by the Green Bay Packers in the eighth round of the 1982 NFL draft. He later played with the Detroit Lions during the 1987 NFL season.
College years Boyd attended the University of Alabama from 1978 to 1981. He was an All-American in 1980 and 1981. During his time at Alabama, the Crimson Tide won back to back National titles in 1978 and 1979.
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Who is Tom Boyd?
American football player
When was Tom Boyd born?
Tom Boyd was born on 24 November 1959 in Huntsville.
What is Tom Boyd's occupation?
Tom Boyd is an american football player and canadian football player.
What nationality is Tom Boyd?
Tom Boyd is American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Tom Boyd (gridiron football)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Tom Boyd. https://biography.guide/tom-boyd-american-football-player/
MLA: "Tom Boyd." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/tom-boyd-american-football-player/.
Chicago: "Tom Boyd." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/tom-boyd-american-football-player/.
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