Eric Wood is a former center for the Buffalo Bills and nominee for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award two years in a row, in 2015 and 2016. Eric played for nearly nine years with the Bills, until a dangerous neck injury forced him to withdraw from professional football in 2018.
Learn More
Meet Eric Wood
Eric Wood is a former center for the Buffalo Bills and nominee for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award two years in a row, in 2015 and 2016. Eric played for nearly nine years with the Bills, until a dangerous neck injury forced him to withdraw from professional football in 2018.
Learn More
“The American dream is to pursue something you’re passionate about, learn how to be successful at it, then try to be the best in the world at it.”
– Eric Wood
Welcome to Eric Wood’s website
Former NFL Player for the Buffalo Bills
Eric was a celebrated center for the Buffalo Bills and nominee for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award two years in a row, in 2015 and 2016.
What’s Next with Eric Wood Podcast
Eric explores the personal side of his transition from football through laid-back interviews with a new fascinating guest each episode.
Sports Media Broadcaster
Eric serves as color commentator for the Buffalo Bills radio network and writes a sports column for The Athletic.
The Eric Wood Fund
The Eric Wood Fund helps provide care services and support to children who are chronically ill or injured.
Keynote Speaker
Eric strives to uplift others using lessons learned from his time in the NFL and the challenging transition to his next phase in life.
