Jerry Woods

Jerry Lee Woods is an American former professional football defensive back in the National Football League.

Early life

Woods was born Jerry Lee Woods on February 13, 1966, in Dyersburg, Tennessee.
He grew up in Racine, Wi. Attended Park High School where he was a three sport athlete. All State and All County pole vaulter and football player. He was also an honor student. 1989 Graduate of Northern Michigan University. Holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Technology with a minor in Drawing & Design. four year starting defensive back. 2× Kodak All American, national player of the year nominee, 2× All Conference, Specialist of the Year, team MVP, 3× Most Valuable Defensive Back, 1988 Dean's List honoree, 2001 NMU College Hall of Fame inductee, 2x team captain. He served two terms on Alumni Association Board of Directors.

Professional career

Woods was selected in the seventh round of the 1989 NFL draft by the Detroit Lions and spent that season with the team. He spent the next season with the Green Bay Packers. He played four years of professional football, two in the National Football League, World League of American Football and Arena Football League as a defensive back and special teams player.

Personal life

Woods was previously employed at Graco, Inc. Since 1998 he's been employed at Cummins, Inc. Both of his parents, Mary Koonce-Johnson and Jere Woods retired from Chrysler, Inc.