Eric Wood

Eric Wood was born on March 18, 1986, in Cincinnati, OH. He played college football at Louisville before being drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the first round (28th overall) of the 2009 NFL Draft. Standing 6-4 and weighing 310 lbs during his playing career, Wood established himself as a reliable center for the Bills, playing 120 games in his nine-year tenure.

Throughout his professional career with the Buffalo Bills from 2009 to 2017, Wood was recognized for his performance, earning a Pro Bowl selection in 2015. He demonstrated consistent play, starting all 120 games he appeared in for the team. His career was marked by dedication to his position and team, as evidenced by his yearly snap counts and minimal penalties for an offensive lineman, especially in later years.

Wood’s career progression saw him move from Right Guard in his initial years to Center, a position he primarily held from 2011 until his retirement in 2017 due to a neck injury. Post-NFL, Wood has remained involved in the sports world as a radio color analyst for the Buffalo Bills and as a performance coach. He created the ‘What’s Next with Eric Wood’ Podcast, further establishing his media presence.