He went into the Browns' training camp as the backup to Errict Rhett, but lost that spot to rookie Travis Prentice. Cleveland also signed rookie running back Jamel White on waivers from the Indianapolis Colts, sealing Kirby’s fate.
When asked if he felt unappreciated by the Browns and other teams in the league who gave him a look but passed, Kirby was honest.
“Yeah, I do. Last year, I basically led the Cleveland Browns in total offense,” he said. “Then I end up not working for 10 weeks.”
The Raiders appreciate him. In the divisional playoff game against the Miami Dolphins, Kirby had 11 carries for 37 yards, second on the team only to Wheatley. And that was against Miami’s tough rush defense.
“He can do it all, he’s a real Jack of all trades,” head coach Jon Gruden said. “He’s a very natural, instinctive back who can play in any situation.”
- Raiders backup RB Kirby glad for a shot at a title, Associated Press, January 12, 2001.
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