Byron Chamberlain

Byron Daniel Chamberlain (born October 17, 1971) is a former American football tight end in the National Football League. He played professionally for the Denver Broncos, Minnesota Vikings, and the Washington Redskins. He was voted to the 2002 Pro Bowl while with the Vikings.

Early life
Chamberlain was born in in Honolulu, Hawaii. He graduated from Eastern Hills High School in Fort Worth, Texas.

College career
Chamberlain's started his college career at the University of Missouri, where he made the All-Big Eight Conference freshman team. Chamberlain transferred to Wayne State College, a Division II College in Nebraska where he broke most of the receiving records. His quarterback was Brett Salisbury, both were roommates and eventual Harlon Hill Trophy finalists. Chamberlain and Salisbury are the only two players to ever be nominated in the school's history for the Harlon Hill Award.

Professional career
Chamberlain was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the 7th round (222nd overall) of the 1995 NFL Draft. He played in the NFL for nine seasons. He finished his career with 167 catches for 2,048 yards (12.3) with 6 touchdowns.

Later life
In the fall of 2008, Chamberlain returned to Wayne, Nebraska to complete his degree. In an afternoon ceremony, Friday December 19, 2008 Chamberlain received his Bachelors Degree in Communications after nine seasons in the NFL.

Chamberlain started the Byron Chamberlain Foundation in 2000 to assist underserved individuals and communities.