Former Razorback DeCori Birmingham named Texas Safety Trooper of the Year
By Cory Thone
It’s always a great thing when former Razorbacks excel in life after football. Too many times we hear about former athletes not being able to establish themselves after sports. That is not the case with former Arkansas Razorbacks standout DeCori Birmingham.
Most famous in Arkansas for being on the receiving end of the “Miracle on Markham” catch in 2002, the Texas native retired from football in 2010, and made his way back home to join the Texas State Troopers. Not content with only being excellent at football, the former running back received the award for Texas Department of Public Safety Trooper of the Year.
DeCori Birmingham receives his award.
Picture from the KTFS Facebook page.
We’d like to congratulate DeCori Birmingham on his success, both on and off the field. Stories like this are incredibly important to share with current and future athletes in high school, college, and the professional level. There are more important things than sports. As Razorbacks fans, we’ve seen the news stories and pictures of former players who were unable to make a successful transition to non-athletic endeavors. DeCori Birmingham is the embodiment of what a Razorback should be, both on and off the field.
We here at Razorbackers would like to thank him for his service, and for his time as a Hog. Congratulations on your undoubtedly well deserved award! Woo Pig.