Ronde Barber and Tiki Barber are members of the NFL Hall of Fame and left a lasting impression on football. The Barber twins have solidified their place among the NFL’s elite players with their successful careers as New York Giants and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, respectively.
Initial Years.
In Roanoke, Virginia, on April 7, 1975, Ronde Barber was born. A few minutes later, Tiki Barber was born. The twins grew up in a football-loving household where their father participated in the sport at the University of Richmond. The brothers were very active in sports from an early age, participating in high school football and basketball.
Careers in college.
The Barber twins split up after high school to attend different colleges, but both continued to play football at a high level. At the University of Virginia, Ronde Barber played cornerback and was named to the first team of the ACC. Tiki Barber studied at the University of Virginia, where he played running back and set numerous records for the school.
NFL Careers.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers selected Ronde Barber in the third round of the 1997 NFL Draft. Barber developed a reputation as one of the top cornerbacks in the league during his 16-year tenure with the Buccaneers, making five Pro Bowl appearances and taking home the Super Bowl XXXVII championship.
In contrast, the New York Giants selected Tiki Barber in the second round of the 1997 NFL Draft. Over the course of his ten-year career with the Giants, Barber developed into one of the top running backs in the NFL, being chosen for three Pro Bowls and finishing his career as the team’s all-time leading rusher.
Retirement and Legacy.
Both Ronde and Tiki Barber have established successful careers outside of football since leaving the NFL. Tiki Barber is an author and sports commentator, while Ronde Barber has worked as an NBC Sports football analyst.
With their distinguished careers and many awards, the Barber twins’ legacy on the field speaks for itself. As two of the greatest NFL players ever, they will live on in the collective memory.