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Atiim Kiambu "Tiki" Barber (born April 7 , 1975 in Roanoke, Virginia ) is a news and sports broadcaster, author, and former American Football Running Back for the New York Giants . He is the identical twin brother of Ronde Barber , a Cornerback who plays for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers . Tiki retired from the NFL at the end of the 2006 NFL postseason as the franchise's all-time rushing and reception leader. On February 13 , he was formally introduced as a member of NBC 's '' Today Show '' and '' Football Night In America / Sunday Night Football ''.Associated Press. Barber to appear on 'Today,' NBC football ''ESPN.com'', 12 February 2007. On . From the publisher's description, the title is described as "a riveting, inspiring read for football fans who want to know what really goes on behind the scenes and in the locker room, and for anyone looking to glean inspiration to follow their dream."Amazon. {Link without Title} ''Amazon.com'', 5 September 2007. EARLY LIFE Childhood Tiki and his identical twin brother Ronde Barber were born in Roanoke, Virginia to James and Geraldine Barber. When his mother heard him screaming strenuously shortly after being born, she named him Attiim Kiambu, or “Fiery-Tempered King”. Tiki and Ronde were raised solely by their mother, who worked multiple jobs and scheduled them so she wouldn't miss any of their games. Their mother also would not let them play sports until their homework was complete. |
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