Jeffrey Lamar Burris (born June 6, 1972 in Rock Hill, South Carolina) is a former professional American Football cornerback who played 10 years in the NFL for the Buffalo Bills, Indianapolis Colts, and the Cincinnati Bengals from 1994 to 2003. Prior to his time in the NFL, he played at the University of Notre Dame and was selected by the Bills in the 1st round (27th overall) of the 1994 NFL Draft. Burris graduated from Northwestern High School in 1990.
In his pro career, Burris played in 144 games, intercepting 19 passes for 302 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Burris was the Irish primary running back in their goal line jumbo package, rushing for 167 yards on 29 carries and 10 touchdowns and catching one pass for 3 yards and a touchdown.
Currently, Burris coaches defensive backs at Fishers High School in Fishers, Indiana.[1]