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  2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Eric_DickersonEric Dickerson - Wikipedia

    Although he rushed for 1,234 yards in 1985 while missing the first two games due to a contract dispute, Dickerson missed the Pro Bowl for the first time in his young NFL career. He did go on to rush for a playoff record 248 yards against the Dallas Cowboys in post-season play.

  3. www.profootballhistory.com › eric-dickersonThe Life And Career Of RB Eric Dickerson (Complete Story)

    Jan 14, 2021 · Eric Demetric Dickerson was born on September 2, 1960 in Sealy, Texas. By the time he reached Sealy High School, Dickerson was already a well-known star in the making. As a high school senior in 1978, his team went 15-0 and won the state football championship for their division. Showcasing his speed even then, Dickerson ran for 296 yards and ...

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  5. www.britannica.com › biography › Eric-DickersonEric Dickerson | Biography, Stats, & Facts | Britannica

    Aug 29, 2024 · Eric Dickerson, American professional gridiron football player who was one of the greatest running backs in NFL history. At the time of his retirement in 1993, his 13,259 career rushing yards placed him second (behind Walter Payton) on the list of all-time leading rushers.

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  6. www.encyclopedia.com › eric-dickersonEric Dickerson | Encyclopedia.com

    Jun 8, 2018 · During his professional football career, running back Eric Dickerson more often resembled a thoroughbred than a human being. Game after game, Dickerson electrified fans as he tucked the football under his arm, then sprinted down the field with all the beauty and grace of a well-groomed racehorse.

  7. www.pro-football-reference.com › players › DEric Dickerson Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Draft ...

    Eric Demetric Dickerson (Mr. Benny) Position: RB. 6-3, 220lb (190cm, 99kg) Born: September 2, 1960 in Sealy, TX (Age: 64-027d) College. 92 (246th overall since 1960) High School. Draft in the 1st round (2nd overall) of the . : Inducted as Player in.

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  8. www.profootballhof.com › players › eric-dickersonEric Dickerson - Pro Football Hall of Fame

    Eric Dickerson, a two-time All-America choice at Southern Methodist, was selected in the first round of the 1983 NFL Draft by the Los Angeles Rams. An immediate success, he established rookie records for most rushing attempts (390), most rushing yards gained (1,808) and most touchdowns rushing (18).

  9. www.cbssports.com › nfl › newsEric Dickerson turns 64: Five fast facts about the Hall of ...

    Sep 3, 2024 · One of the NFL's best players during the 1980s, Dickerson dominated the gridiron while carving out a career that was ultimately immortalized in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Dickerson was the...