Jairus Byrd is one of the most popular and richest Football Player who was born on October 7, 1986 in San Diego, California, United States. As a rookie, he, Charles Woodson, Asante Samuel, and Darren Sharper all recorded 9 interceptions, tying for first in the NFL.
Jairus Keelon Byrd (born October 7, 1986) is a former American football free safety. He played college football for the University of Oregon. He was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the second round of the 2009 NFL Draft. He is a three-time Pro Bowl selection.
Byrd attended Clayton High School in St. Louis County, Missouri. He played quarterback, wide receiver, safety and special teams. As a senior, he was the Missouri 4A offensive player of the year and played a large role in leading the school to the 2004 state championship. As a senior, he rushed for 1,480 yards with 26 touchdowns, passed for 1,038 yards with 13 touchdowns, and made six receptions for 125 yards on offense. On defense, he had 71 tackles, seven interceptions, three quarterback sacks and two fumble recoveries. He also had 10 kickoff returns, 15 punt returns, and 18 punts. He also lettered in basketball and track.
He was born to Gill and Marilyn Byrd; his father also played in the NFL.
As a rookie he had three consecutive games – against the New York Jets, Carolina Panthers, and Houston Texans – in which he recorded two interceptions.
His father, Gill Byrd, played in the National Football League for the San Diego Chargers from 1983 to 1992, and was the defensive backs coach for the Buffalo Bills for the 2017-18 season. He is currently the Passing Game Coordinator/Safeties coach at the University of Illinois.
