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Kevin Michael Boss (born January 11, 1984) is an American former professional football tight end. He was selected in the fifth round of the 2007 NFL draft by the New York Giants out of Western Oregon University. With the Giants, he won Super Bowl XLII over the New England Patriots.

Key Information

Boss also played for the Oakland Raiders and Kansas City Chiefs.

Early life

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Before enrolling at Western Oregon University, Boss played varsity level football at Philomath High School,[1] becoming a stand-out tight end. In his junior year he was a second-team All-League choice as a tight end and defensive end and as a senior, he was an honorable mention All-State Class 3A choice and earned first-team All-ValCo League honors. For his accolades in football, he played in the Oregon Shrine East-West Football Game in Baker City.

Boss also took part in basketball, playing center. As a junior, Boss was awarded second-team All-League honors. Then as a senior, his team won the state title game (2002), picking up honorable mention All-State and All-League first-team accolades as well.

College career

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As a junior, Boss proved a multi-sport athlete for the Wolves, continuing his football and adding basketball to his regime. As a tight end, he started all team games, registering 39 receptions for 506 yards (13.0 average) and five touchdowns on the field earning first-team All-GNAC and All-Region accolades. On the basketball court he averaged 2.4 points and 2.0 rebounds a contest in 26 games.

In 2005, Boss finished second on the team with a career-high 53 receptions for 621 yards (11.7 average) and eight touchdowns.[2] He also returned one punt for 13 yards, recorded four solo tackles and recovered one fumble, picking up first-team All-American, All-Region and All-GNAC honors, all in the eleven games he started for the Wolves. On the basketball court, Boss averaged 3.5 ppg (points per game), pulled down 90 rebounds and led the Wolves with seventeen blocked shots.

Known to teammates and Coaches as "Kev-Bo," Boss started 31 of 33 games in which he played. He ended his college career with 134 receptions for 1,590 yards (11.9 average) and 19 touchdowns. He was also credited with five solo tackles, recovering a pair of fumbles, and gaining 13 yards on one punt return as well.[2] Boss graduated as a physical education major, with a minor in business, earning Academic All-District VIII honors with a 3.2 grade point average. Boss then declared himself eligible for the 2007 NFL draft.

Professional career

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New York Giants

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Boss was selected in the fifth round (153rd overall) of the 2007 NFL draft by the New York Giants and was the second player ever drafted out of Western Oregon.[3][2] Boss made his first career catch on November 11, 2007, in a regular season game against the Dallas Cowboys that went for 18 yards. He soon took over for an injured Jeremy Shockey as the starting tight end and brought in nine passes and two touchdowns to end the regular season. In the Giants' first postseason game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Boss racked up two receptions for 14 yards in a 24–14 victory. Boss went on to gain two more receptions in the Divisional and Conference rounds of the playoffs against the Dallas Cowboys and the Green Bay Packers respectively.

Boss and his team then went on to Super Bowl XLII in Glendale, Arizona, where they were matched up against the previously undefeated New England Patriots. Boss only caught one reception, but took his opportunity and sprinted for a 45-yard gain that would eventually set up a five-yard touchdown pass.[4] It was the longest play from scrimmage in the game. The Giants would go on to defeat the Patriots 17–14.

Entering Giants mini-camp, Boss arrived weighing 272 pounds,[5] a significant increase in weight compared to the previous year. Since Jeremy Shockey was traded to the Saints, he was the starting tight end.[4] Boss showed flashes of his athletic ability, especially during Week 10 against the Eagles when he leaped over a defender (without being touched) on a 3rd down play. He finished the game with six catches for 63 yards and a touchdown in a winning effort for his team. He ended the season with 33 receptions for 384 yards (11.6 average) and was the team leader with six touchdowns.[4]

Oakland Raiders

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On August 5, 2011, Boss signed a four-year contract worth $16 million with the Oakland Raiders.[6] His first touchdown with the Raiders came on October 16, versus the Cleveland Browns, a 35-yard effort on faked field goal pass from Raiders punter Shane Lechler.

The Raiders released Boss on March 12, 2012.

Kansas City Chiefs

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Boss signed with the Kansas City Chiefs on March 15, 2012.[7] Boss was expected to share the starting tight end role with Tony Moeaki. Boss caught his first catch and touchdown as a Chief in week 1 in the 2012 NFL season.

The Chiefs released Boss on February 19, 2013.

NFL career statistics

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Source: [1]

Regular season

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Year Team GP GS Rec Yds Avg Lng TD
2007 NYG 13 2 9 118 13.1 23 2
2008 NYG 15 15 33 384 11.6 28 6
2009 NYG 15 15 42 567 13.5 35 5
2010 NYG 15 13 35 531 15.2 54 5
2011 OAK 14 11 28 368 13.1 35 3
2012 KC 2 2 3 65 21.7 29 1
Total 74 58 150 2,033 13.6 54 22

Postseason

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Year Team GP GS Rec Yds Avg Lng TD
2007 NYG 4 4 5 90 18.0 45 0
2008 NYG 1 1 3 52 17.3 25 0
Total 5 5 8 142 17.8 45 0

Personal life

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Boss is the son of Teresa and Bob Boss. He has an older brother, Terry, who played professional soccer for the Charlotte Eagles, the Puerto Rico Islanders, the New York Red Bulls and Seattle Sounders FC and made seven appearances for the Puerto Rican national team before retiring due to a history of concussions. Terry is currently the head men's soccer coach at Oregon State University in his hometown. Kevin Boss married his college sweetheart Breanna Ramsey on July 4, 2009, in McMinnville, Oregon.

Boss, who resides in Bend, Oregon during the offseason, graduated in December 2006 from Western Oregon University in Monmouth, Oregon, with a degree in physical education.

Boss is the founder and owner of Boss Sports Performance, a sports training facility in Bend, OR. The facility trains athletes of all ages, from youth to professional athletes.

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Kevin Boss (born January 11, 1984) is a former who played professionally in the (NFL) for six seasons, most notably as a key contributor to the ' victory in 2007. Born in , and standing at 6 feet 6 inches tall, Boss excelled at Western Oregon University, earning All-American honors before being selected by the Giants in the fifth round (153rd overall) of the . Over his NFL career, he appeared in 74 games, recording 150 receptions for 2,033 yards and 22 touchdowns across stints with the Giants (2007–2010), (2011), and (2012), before retiring in 2013 due to repeated concussions. Boss's professional journey began at a Division II program, where his size, athleticism, and blocking prowess made him a standout, leading to his unexpected draft selection despite coming from a smaller school. With the Giants, he quickly became a reliable target for Eli , particularly in the postseason, where his 45-yard catch in against the helped secure a 17–14 upset win. After signing a four-year, $1.83 million as a , Boss posted career highs of 42 receptions and 567 yards in 2009, solidifying his role as a red-zone threat and run blocker. His tenure with the Raiders was brief but productive, with 28 catches for 368 yards in 2011, before a one-year stint with the Chiefs in 2012, where injuries limited him to two games. Following his retirement, Boss leveraged his NFL experience to transition into sports training and , founding Boss Sports Performance, a premier athlete development center in , in 2014. The facility caters to clients ranging from youth athletes to professionals, including , MLB players, and Olympians, emphasizing strength, conditioning, and mental resilience drawn from his own career lessons. Under his leadership, the business has grown to include a team of coaches and now operates with a focus on community impact in , reflecting Boss's commitment to mentoring the next generation beyond the gridiron.

Pre-professional career

Early life

Kevin Boss was born on January 11, 1984, in . He grew up in the small town of , about ten miles west of Corvallis, in a supportive family environment that encouraged athletic pursuits. His parents, Bob and Teresa Boss, raised Kevin and his older brother , who later pursued a career as a soccer ; the siblings often roughhoused together and shared a passion for during their youth. Boss attended High School, where he participated in varsity football and for all four years, graduating in 2002. In football, he excelled as a and , earning second-team All-ValCo League honors as a during his junior year and first-team All-ValCo League honors as a in his senior season. His contributions helped build his reputation as a versatile athlete in the local sports community. In , Boss played alongside his brother on the team and was a key member of the 2002 squad that won the Class 3A state championship, defeating Central 40-38 in the final. This victory marked one of High School's notable athletic successes during his time there. After high school, Boss transitioned to Western Oregon University to pursue .

College career

Kevin Boss attended Western Oregon University from 2003 to 2006, where he played as a for the Wolves in the . As a highly recruited player from high school, Boss quickly adapted to the collegiate level and developed into a key offensive contributor, utilizing his size and athleticism to excel as a receiving . Over his four seasons, he demonstrated consistent growth, blossoming from a raw talent into a dominant force at the Division II level, which helped raise the profile of Western Oregon's program. Boss's statistical output underscored his impact, as he finished his career with 134 receptions for 1,590 yards and 19 touchdowns, placing him in the top 10 in school history for receiving yards, catches, and touchdowns. His senior year was particularly notable, earning him first-team All-American honors after a strong performance that included multiple games with double-digit receptions throughout his career, such as 11 catches for 157 yards against in 2004. Overall, Boss was recognized as a two-time All-American, highlighting his role in key team contributions and his emergence as one of the conference's premier tight ends. Academically, Boss balanced his athletic demands with studies, graduating in 2006 with a in Exercise Science. This educational foundation complemented his on-field development, preparing him for future opportunities beyond football.

Professional career

New York Giants

Kevin Boss was selected by the in the fifth round, 153rd overall, of the out of Western Oregon University. As a , Boss appeared in 13 games with two starts, recording 9 receptions for 118 yards and 2 touchdowns, stepping up after starter suffered a season-ending ankle injury in Week 3. His early contributions included key blocking in the run game and occasional red-zone targets, helping the Giants' offense maintain balance during a 10-6 regular season that clinched a playoff berth. Boss's role expanded significantly in 2008, when he became the full-time starting , playing all 15 games and starting all of them with 33 receptions for 384 yards and a career-high 6 touchdowns. Over his four seasons with the Giants from 2007 to 2010, he amassed 119 receptions for 1,600 yards and 18 touchdowns in 58 games (45 starts), serving as a reliable red-zone threat and inline blocker who supported the team's ground attack led by and . Under offensive coordinator , Boss developed into a versatile , praised for his physicality in pass protection and ability to stretch the field with his 6-foot-6 frame. A highlight of Boss's Giants tenure was the team's improbable run to victory following the 2007 season, where he contributed 5 receptions for 90 yards across four postseason games, including a pivotal 45-yard catch from in the fourth quarter of the 17-14 upset win over the undefeated . That reception set up the Giants' go-ahead touchdown, shifting momentum in the championship game. In 2009, Boss had a standout performance with two touchdown catches in a 34-31 overtime win against the , marking his first multi-score game and helping end a four-game . Boss faced several injuries during his time in New York, including a shoulder issue in 2007 that briefly sidelined him, a in the 2008 season finale against , and multiple setbacks in 2010 such as a strain in preseason and a neck injury combined with another in Week 1 against Carolina, which limited his availability early in the year. Despite these challenges, he rebounded in 2010 with 35 receptions for 531 yards and 5 touchdowns, including a career-long 54-yard catch, solidifying his value before departing the team.

Oakland Raiders

On August 5, 2011, Kevin Boss signed a four-year, $16 million contract with the as an unrestricted , following the departure of Pro Bowl Zach Miller to the . The deal included $8 million guaranteed, positioning Boss as the primary replacement in the Raiders' group after his tenure with the , where he had contributed to a victory. Raiders quarterback highlighted Boss's championship experience as a key asset for the team's aspirations. Boss's 2011 season with the Raiders was marked by adaptation to a new offensive scheme under head coach , which emphasized a balanced attack but shifted toward more passing after midseason quarterback changes. He appeared in 14 games, starting 11, and recorded 28 receptions for 368 yards and three touchdowns, serving as a reliable target amid instability at . Initially working with , who started the first six games before a collarbone injury in Week 6, Boss transitioned to backup , who started Weeks 7 and 8, and later to after a midseason trade, who started Weeks 9–16 (eight games), before started Week 17. His production reflected the challenges of integrating into the Raiders' system, where he focused on both receiving and blocking duties. Notable moments included Boss's first touchdown as a Raider, a 35-yard reception from punter on a fake field goal attempt during a 24-17 victory over the on October 16, 2011, which helped secure the win. He scored his other two touchdowns later in the season, including a 22-yard grab from Palmer in a 26-38 loss to the on January 1, 2012. These plays underscored his red-zone effectiveness despite the team's 8-8 record and playoff miss. The Raiders released Boss on March 13, 2012, after one season, citing his underwhelming production relative to expectations and the need to free up approximately $4 million in space amid roster restructuring. The move allowed the team to pursue younger options at , ending Boss's brief stint in Oakland.

Boss signed with the as a in March 2012, agreeing to a three-year contract worth $9 million, which included a $1.75 million and $3.2 million in guarantees. This deal came shortly after his release from the , where he had signed a four-year extension the previous year. In the 2012 season, Boss appeared in the Chiefs' first two games, recording three receptions for 65 yards and one while starting both contests. His promising start was derailed by a severe sustained in Week 2 against the , when he was hit by safety D'Norris Searcy's elbow after a 29-yard reception from Matt . The led to his placement on injured reserve on October 3, 2012, after medical evaluations deemed him unfit to return, effectively ending his season. Boss was signed primarily for his blocking ability to bolster the Chiefs' offensive line protection and run support, complementing the passing game under quarterbacks Matt Cassel and backup Brady Quinn, though his on-field contributions were limited to those early games before the injury. He did not participate in any games during the 2013 offseason or preseason due to ongoing recovery from the head injury. The Chiefs released Boss on February 19, 2013, designating the move as a failed physical and failure to disclose his physical condition, stemming from the unresolved effects of his history. This release marked the end of his playing career, as repeated s—his fifth diagnosed one—forcing him into shortly thereafter.

NFL career statistics

Regular season

Kevin Boss played in 74 regular season games over six seasons, recording 150 receptions for 2,033 yards and 22 touchdowns. His career average of 13.6 yards per reception highlighted his role as a deep-threat , with a longest gain of 54 yards. The following table summarizes Boss's regular season receiving statistics by year:
YearTeamGGSRecYdsY/RLngTD
2007NYG132911813.1232
2008NYG15153338411.6286
2009NYG15154256713.5355
2010NYG15133553115.2545
2011OAK14112836813.1353
2012KAN2236521.7291
CareerAll74581502,03313.65422
Source: Pro-Football-Reference.com Boss's performance peaked in with the , where he achieved career highs of 42 receptions and 567 receiving yards while starting all 15 games, establishing himself as a reliable red-zone target. From 2008 to 2010, he demonstrated consistency as a starter for the , averaging over 30 receptions and 5 per season, though his yards per reception dipped to a career-low 11.6 in 2008 amid shorter routes. After moving to the in 2011, his production declined slightly to 28 receptions for 368 yards, reflecting adjustment challenges in a new offense. His career ended abruptly in 2012 with the , limited to two games due to , where he managed just 3 catches for 65 yards and 1 touchdown before retiring. Overall, Boss's regular season output trended upward during his tenure before a sharp decline in his final years, underscoring his value as a complementary pass-catcher in Eli Manning's system.

Postseason

Kevin Boss appeared in five postseason games during his NFL career, all with the , recording 8 receptions for 142 yards and no touchdowns. As a in the 2007 playoffs, he served as the starting following an to , contributing both as a receiver and blocker in the Giants' improbable run to . His limited receiving production belied his role in key moments, particularly in high-stakes games where he provided reliable targets for . In the 2007 postseason, Boss played in all four Giants playoff games en route to their victory. He caught two passes for 14 yards in the Wild Card win over the , one for 19 yards against the in the Divisional Round, and one for 12 yards in the victory against the . His most notable contribution came in , where his 45-yard reception from in the fourth quarter sparked a touchdown drive that helped secure the 17-14 upset win over the . This catch, the longest of his playoff career, positioned the Giants at the Patriots' 31-yard line, leading to a score that extended their lead. The following year, in the 2008 Wild Card playoff loss to the , Boss led the Giants with three receptions for 52 yards, serving as a primary red-zone option despite the team's elimination. Overall, his postseason efforts highlighted his utility as a blocking who occasionally stretched the field, aiding the Giants' offensive line in protection during their deep 2007 run without recording a .
YearTeamGamesReceptionsYardsTouchdowns
2007NYG45900
2008NYG13520
Career-581420

Personal life

Family

Kevin Boss married his college sweetheart, Breanna Boss (née Ramsey), in 2009. The couple has four children—two sons and two daughters—born between 2012 and 2019. Boss and his family relocated to Bend, Oregon, in 2012, where they have resided since. This move aligned with the establishment of his post-retirement ventures in the area. During his professional football career, his then-girlfriend Breanna provided key support, including attending the ' victory celebration in 2008 alongside Boss. The family emphasized work-life balance amid the demands of travel and performance, with Boss later reflecting on his children as a primary motivation for prioritizing long-term health after concussions impacted his playing years.

Post-retirement activities

Following his release by the on February 19, 2013, after failing a physical due to a history of concussions—including a sixth documented one that sidelined him for the entire 2012 season—Boss did not return to professional football and effectively retired from the . In 2014, Boss founded Boss Sports Performance, a sports training facility in , where he serves as owner and head trainer. The business focuses on athlete development, offering comprehensive strength, conditioning, and performance programs for individuals of all ages and skill levels across various sports, emphasizing safe, positive environments to build both athletic and . As of 2025, Boss Sports Performance continues to operate as Central Oregon's premier athlete performance center, with Boss actively involved in training , high school, , and professional athletes, and no major expansions announced beyond its core offerings in Bend.

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