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Coy Michael Wire (born November 7, 1978 in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania) is an American football linebacker and safety who currently plays for the Buffalo Bills of the National Football League. He was originally drafted by the Bills in the third round (97th overall) of the 2002 NFL Draft. He played collegiately at Stanford.
Football career
He played high school football for Cedar Cliff High School along with pro Kyle Brady. After his NCAA career with Stanford, Coy was drafted by the Bills in the 3rd round of the 2002 NFL Draft. Although he played multiple positions in college running back and outside linebacker the Bills originally converted Wire to strong safety, but have since transformed him into the starting weak-side linebacker. In his 3-year career, Wire has recorded 117 solo tackles but 0 interceptions.
Wire signed a 3-year contract extension following the 2006 season. Bills General Manager Marv Levy cited Wire’s special teams play as well as his switch to linebacker as reasons for re-signing him. Wire is known throughout Western New York for his role in the community and with various charitable organizations.