Chris Burkett (born August 21, 1962) is a former professional

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player who was selected by the Buffalo Bills in the 2nd round of the 1985 NFL Draft. A 6'4", 198-lb. wide receiver from Jackson State, Burkett played in 9 NFL seasons for the Bills and the New York Jets from 1985 to 1993. Burkett serves as the Executive Director for Big Brothers Big Sisters of

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and is the founder and CEO of Chrisburkettsports.

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1962 births Living people People from Laurel, Mississippi Players of American football from Mississippi American football wide receivers Jackson State Tigers football players Buffalo Bills players New York Jets players {{widereceiver-1960s-stub