Background
Bayne grew up in Riverside, California.
Bayne grew up in Riverside, California.
Chris attended North High School where he played outside linebacker and running back. Besides football, Chris was also a member of the track team, performing in the 100 meters and long jump. During his senior year, Bayne was recurited by Arizona, Utah, Nevada, and Pittsburgh.
After highschool Chris attended San Bernardino Valley Junior He played safety and recorded seven interceptions in his two year career.
Bayne later attended Fresno State where he majored in Biology.
He was moved to outside linebacker his senior year. That same year he recorded 77 tackles and 3 sacks.
Chris Bayne was drafted in the 7th round (pick #222) of the 1997 Draft by the Atlanta Falcons. During the 1997 preseason, Bayne recorded 10 tackles and 1 interception. Due to this performance he made the 53-man roster.
Bayne was released by the Falcons during the 1999 preseason.
He was later signed by the Dolphins who released him in the 2000 training camp. Bayne was drafted (#76) by the Las Vegas Outlaws of the He played the nickel position on defense.
During his short tenor in the, Bayne announced he would like to attend medical school once his career was over. He is the son of Ralph and Deborah Bayne.
Besides football, Chris was also a member of the track team, performing in the 100 meters and long jump.