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Date of birth | August 23, 1962 |
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Place of birth | Laurel, MS |
Career information | |
Position(s) | Wide receiver |
Height | 6 ft 4 in (193 cm) |
Weight | 198 lb (90 kg) |
College | Jackson State |
NFL draft | 1985 / Round: 2 / Pick 42 |
Career history | |
As player | |
1985–1989 | Buffalo Bills |
1989–1993 | New York Jets |
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Chris Burkett (born August 21, 1962) is a former professional American football player who was selected by the Buffalo Bills in the 2nd round of the 1985 NFL Draft. A 6'4", 198-lb. wide receiver from Jackson State, Burkett played in 9 NFL seasons for the Bills and the New York Jets from 1985 to 1993.
Chris serves as the Executive Director for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mississippi and is the founder and CEO of Chrisburkettsports.