Curtis Dickey
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| Curtis Dickey | |
|---|---|
| Date of birth | November 27, 1956 |
| Place of birth | Madisonville, Texas |
| Position(s) | RB |
| College | Texas A&M |
| NFL Draft | 1980 / Round 1 (5th overall) |
| Statistics | |
| Team(s) | |
| 1980-1985 1985-1986 |
Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts Cleveland Browns |
Curtis Raymond Dickey (born November 27, 1956 in Madisonville, Texas), was a two-sport athlete at Texas A&M University where he was an outstanding running back in football and excelled in track and field, winning the NCAA championship in the 60-yard dash three times (1978-1980).
He also was a professional football player who was selected by the Baltimore Colts in the 1st round (5th overall) of the 1980 NFL Draft. A 6'1", 213 lbs. running back from Texas A&M, Dickey played in 7 NFL seasons from 1980-1986. In 1980, he was a rookie sensation for Baltimore when he rushed for 11 touchdowns. His best year as a pro came during the 1983 season for the Colts when he rushed for 1,122 yards and 4 touchdowns. Plagued with injuries throughout his career, Dickey retired after the 1986 season with the Cleveland Browns.
[edit] Career Rushing Stats
- 85 Games
- 937 Attempts
- 4,019 Yards
- 4.3 Avg.
- 32 Touchdowns
[edit] Career Receiving Stats
- 134 Receptions
- 1,577 Yards
- 11.8 Avg.
- 8 Touchdowns
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