Jeff Backus
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| Jeff Backus | |
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| Date of birth | September 21, 1977 (age 29) |
| Place of birth |  Midland, Michigan |
| Position(s) | Tackle |
| College | Michigan |
| NFL Draft | 2001 / Round 1/ Pick 18 |
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| Team(s) | |
| 2001-current | Detroit Lions |
Jeffrey Carl Backus (born September 21, 1977 in Midland, Michigan) is an offensive tackle in the National Football League. Backus played football for the University of Michigan. He was drafted in the middle of the first round in the 2001 NFL Draft by the Detroit Lions. He signed a new, six-year deal with the Lions on July 13, 2006. [1]
[edit] High School Years
Backus attended Norcross High School (Norcross, Georgia), and was a standout in football and baseball. In football, as a senior, he was a USA Today All-America selection, and was chosen by the Gwinett Touchdown Club as the Gwinett Touchdown Club's Lineman of the Year.
[edit] Contract
In July 2001, Jeff Backus signed a $7 million 5 year contract with the Lions, including $3.2 million sign bonus.
In July 2006, Jeff Backus signed a $40 million 6 year contract with the Lions.
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