J. J. Birden

LaJourdain J. Birden Sr. (born June 16, 1965) is a former professional American football player who was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the 8th round of the 1988 NFL Draft.

JJ Birden
No. 88, 89
Position:Wide receiver
Personal information
Born: (1965-06-16) June 16, 1965
Portland, Oregon
Career information
College:Oregon
NFL Draft:1988 / Round: 8 / Pick: 216
(By the Cleveland Browns)
Career history
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Career NFL statistics
Receptions:244
Reception yards:3441
Touchdowns:17
Player stats at PFR

A 5'10", 157-lb. wide receiver, Birden graduated from Lakeridge High School in Lake Oswego, Oregon, and the University of Oregon.[1] He played in 9 NFL seasons for the Kansas City Chiefs and Atlanta Falcons from 1988 to 1996.

College statistics
  • 1985: 3 catches for 39 yards
  • 1987: 19 catches for 399 yards and 1 touchdown; his quarterback was Bill Musgrave

After football

Following his football career, Birden became an executive for Xocai with Team X 88. Later he became a distributor of Isagenix health and wellness products and continues to represent Isagenix. Birden has also travelled extensively as a motivational and opportunity speaker and trainer for companies large and small; team building seminars, as well as youth group life skill development meetings.

Birden and his wife Raina have three children and five adopted children. They live in Scottsdale, Arizona.[1]

In 2010, Birden was inducted into the University of Oregon's Athletic Hall of Fame for his performance on the Ducks' 1985 Track and Field NCAA Championship team.

References
  1. Newell, Cliff (July 3, 2008). "Birden sees plenty of success after pro football career". Lake Oswego Review. Retrieved July 8, 2008.


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