Mike Furrey
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Position: WR
Jersey #: 87
Date of Birth: March 12, 1977
Height / Weight: 6'0" / 195 lbs
Drafted: Round , Pick in 2000 by
First Team: SL (2003)
Last Team: CLV (2009)
Receiving Stats (WR / TE)
| Year | Team | Games | Rec | Targets | Rec Yds | TDs | YAC | 1st Downs | Fumbles | Fantasy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | CLE | 10 | 23 | 39 | 170 | 0 | 70 | 12 | 0 | 17 |
| 2008 | DET | 6 | 18 | 18 | 181 | 0 | 47 | 9 | 0 | 18 |
| 2007 | DET | 14 | 61 | 61 | 664 | 1 | 193 | 37 | 0 | 72 |
| 2006 | DET | 16 | 98 | 98 | 1086 | 6 | 247 | 54 | 1 | 143 |
| 2004 | LA | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 | LA | 9 | 20 | 20 | 189 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 19 |
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Mike Furrey: NFL Career Overview
Date of Birth: March 12, 1977Position: Wide Receiver (WR)
Career Teams:
- St. Louis Rams (2003)
- Detroit Lions (2006-2008)
- Cleveland Browns (2009)
Career Highlights and Accomplishments:
- College: Furrey played college football at the University of Northern Iowa, where he had a successful career.
- St. Louis Rams (2003): Furrey began his NFL career with the Rams, appearing in 16 games in his rookie season.
- Detroit Lions (2006-2008): He had his most productive years with the Lions, especially in
2006.- In 2006, Furrey recorded 98 receptions for 1,086 yards and 4 touchdowns, showcasing his ability as a reliable target.
- Furrey became the first Lions player since 2003 to record over 1,000 receiving yards in a season.
- Cleveland Browns (2009): Furrey concluded his NFL career with the Browns, providing veteran leadership to the receiving corps.
Post-NFL Career:
- After retiring from professional football, Furrey transitioned into coaching, bringing his experience and knowledge of the game to young athletes.
Legacy:
- Mike Furrey is remembered as a hard-working and dedicated player who made significant contributions to his teams, particularly during his time with the Lions.
- His journey from an undrafted free agent to a successful NFL receiver is a testament to his perseverance and talent.
Source: gpt-4o-mini
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