Chris Bayne

Christopher Oliver Bayne (born March 22, 1975) is a former profesional American football defensive back. Bayne grew up in Riverside, California.

High school
Chris attended North High School were he played outside linebacker and running back. Besides football, Chris was also a memember of the track team, performing in the 100 meters and long jump. During his senior year, Bayne was recurited by Arizona, Utah, Nevada, and Pittsburgh.

College
After highschool Chris attended San Bernardino Valley Junior College. He played safety and recored seven interceptions in his two year career. Bayne later attended Fresno State where he majored in Biology. He was moved to outside linebacker his senior year. That same year he recorded 77 tackles and 3 sacks.

NFL
Chris Bayne was drafted in the 7th round (pick #222) of the 1997 NFL Draft by the Atlanta Falcons. During the 1997 preseason, Bayne recored 10 tackles and 1 interecption. Due to this performance he made the 53 man roster. Bayne was released by the Falcons during the 1999 preseason. He was later signed by the Dolphins who released him in the 2000 training camp.

XFL
Bayne was drafted (#76) by the Las Vegas Outlaws of the XFL. He played the nickel position on defense.

Personal
During his short tenor in the XFL, Bayne announced he would like to attend medical school once his career was over. He is the son of Ralph and Deborah Bayne.