Career
He played college football at Colorado State University. Strode played for the Colorado State Rams from 1991 to 1994. He recorded 246 tackles in his college career.
Birmingham Barracudas
Strode played for the Birmingham Barracudas in 1995.
He was tied for second in the Canadian Football League with 7 interceptions, which were returned for 109 yards and one touchdown. He also recorded 73 tackles and 2 fumble recoveries.
British Columbia Lions
Strode played for the British Columbia Lions from 1996 to 1998. He was named a Canadian Football League Western All-Star in 1997, starting all 18 games and recording 65 total tackles.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers
Strode played for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in 1999.