15 Facts About Barry Sims

Barry Sims was born on December 1,1974 and is a former American football offensive lineman.

Barry Sims was drafted by the Scottish Claymores in the 17th round of the NFL Europe Draft in 1999.

Barry Sims lettered in football, basketball and track at Park City High School.

In basketball, Barry Sims played forward and center as well as participated in track as a shot putter, high jumper, and long jumper.

Barry Sims has, as of 2010, played in 152 NFL games with 133 starts, seven playoff starts, two Conference Championships and one Super Bowl appearance.

Barry Sims was drafted in the 17th round of the NFL European League draft by the Scottish Claymores.

Barry Sims was inducted into the Scottish Claymores Hall of Fame in 2004.

Barry Sims broke into the starting lineup at left tackle in his fifth game facing off against All-Pro Bruce Smith.

Barry Sims started the entire 2004 season at left tackle and was co-recipient of the 2004 Commitment to Excellence Award which exemplifies the Pride and Spirit of the Oakland Raiders.

Barry Sims was injured during his seventh game and sidelined for the rest of the season, thereby snapping a 67-game consecutive start streak.

Barry Sims was named a team captain during that season as the longest tenured starter on the team.

On February 29,2008, Barry Sims was released by the Raiders to meet upcoming salary cap requirements.

Barry Sims was signed by the San Francisco 49ers on June 23,2008, primarily as a veteran back-up tackle.

However, Barry Sims has been called on to start at both left and right tackle positions, with eight starts at left tackle during the 2009 season, ably filling in for regular starter Joe Staley.

Barry Sims is an avid golfer who enjoys hiking, cycling, and skiing.