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John Terry (born August 30, 1968 in Greenwood, South Carolina) is a former professional Canadian football offensive tackle who played in the Canadian Football League for the Toronto Argonauts and the Saskatchewan Roughriders. He was named CFL All-Star two times. He played college football at Livingstone College.
Early years
Because he was going to be forced to sit out his freshman season due to the NCAA's Proposition 48 regulation, he opted to accept a scholarship from Division II Livingstone College. He was a starter at left tackle and as a senior received All-CIAA honors.
Professional career
Dallas Cowboys
Terry was selected in the 10th round (275th overall) of the 1992 NFL Draft by the Dallas Cowboys, with the intention of switching him to offensive guard. He was waived on August 24.
Chicago Bears
On July 9, 1993, he signed with the Chicago Bears. He was cut on August 23.
Toronto Argonauts (CFL)
In 1994, he signed with the Toronto Argonauts. After being released and re-signed on different occasions, he was traded to the Saskatchewan Roughriders in exchange for center Mike Kiselak on April 4, 1996.
Saskatchewan Roughriders (CFL)
Terry played left tackle with the Saskatchewan Roughriders and was named to the CFL All-Star team in 1997 and 1998, even though he missed five games with an injured knee (the Roughriders lost all five).