James Guidry (born March 12, 1967) is an American former professional

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who played five seasons in the

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(AFL) with the

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, Milwaukee Mustangs,

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and Portland Forest Dragons. He played

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at Texas A&I University. He was also a member of the

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Early life and college

James Guidry was born on March 12, 1967. He was a three-year

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for the Texas A&I Javelinas football of Texas A&I University from 1986 to 1988.

Professional career

Guidry was a member of the

during the 1993 Arena Football League season. Guidry was traded to the

in June 1993. After playing in Europe for several years, Guidry signed with the Milwaukee Mustangs in April 1996. Guidry played for the

in 1996. Guidry was traded to the

in March 1997. He was released by the Piranhas in April 1997. Guidry played for the Portland Forest Dragons from 1998 to 1999. He recorded 87 touchdowns on 4,069 passing yards during his time with the Forest Dragons. His playing career ended when he was knocked unconscious after being blindsided in the

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for a sack during a game on May 8, 1999. He spent six days in the hospital after the hit to his spinal cord and was partially paralyzed on his left side until undergoing surgery. Guidry was named the AFL's Most Inspirational Player of the Year in 1999.

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