Considered a three-star recruit by the Rivals.com recruiting network, Barrow was rated as the 22nd best inside linebacker prospect of his class.[1]
College career
Barrow attended Louisiana State University where he played for the LSU Tigers football team from 2009 to 2013 under head coach Les Miles. During his collegiate career, he appeared in 51 games, including 28 starts, where he accumulated 230 tackles, including 14.5 for loss, 1.5 sacks, seven pass break-ups, one forced fumble, and four fumble recoveries.[2] As a redshirt senior, he was named a second-team All-Southeastern Conference (SEC) selection.[3]
In 2014, Barrow played in all 16 games with one start in his rookie season with the Denver Broncos.[5] On September 5, 2015, Barrow was waived by the team.[6]
Chicago Bears
Barrow was signed to the practice squad of the Chicago Bears on September 7, 2015.[7] On September 12, 2015, he was elevated to the active roster after Sam Acho's release.[8]
Barrow was placed on injured reserve on August 31, 2016 after suffering a foot injury in the third preseason game.[9] He was released by the Bears on December 5, 2016.[10]
Miami Dolphins
On December 28, 2016, Barrow was signed to the Miami Dolphins' practice squad.[11] He signed a reserve/future contract with the Dolphins on January 10, 2017.[12]
On July 30, 2017, Barrow was waived/injured by the Dolphins and placed on injured reserve.[13]