Linebacker Miles Burris lasted just three seasons with the Oakland Raiders, and never played another down again after leaving the East Bay.
His life didn’t turn out the way he’d planned it, but after some self-described “dark times,” he’s found a new passion and calling in life.
Burris was taken out of San Diego State in the fourth-round by the Raiders back in 2012. at six-foot-two, 241 pounds, Burris was built in the Zach Thomas mold, and found his way into Oakland’s starting lineup very quickly after an injury.
His rookie season would prove to be his best as he appeared in all sixteen games, making fifteen starts.