Nat Terry

Nathaniel Terry is an American former professional football player who was a defensive back and return specialist for one season in the National Football League with the Pittsburgh Steelers and Detroit Lions. He played college football for the Florida State Seminoles.

Early life

Terry was born in Tampa, Florida, and attended Robinson High School then Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida, where twice lettered in football. He was an honorable mention All-American selection in his senior season.

Professional career

Terry was selected in the eleventh round of the 1978 [NFL draft] by the 1978 [Pittsburgh Steelers season|Pittsburgh Steelers]. Although he was considered undersized to play cornerback in the NFL he made up for it with his speed. After making the Steelers' roster and playing the first six games of the season, he was cut to make room for another player.
The Detroit Lions season|Detroit Lions] claimed Terry off waivers the next day. On the opening kickoff of his fourth game with the Lions he suffered a chipped vertebrae in his neck and was placed on the injured reserve list, ending his season and eventually his playing career.