Profession: NFL Running Back
Biography: Eric Dickerson is an American football player, best known for his time as a running back in the NFL. His career spanned 11 seasons from 1983 to 1993, and his early year in particular were marked by extraordinary performances and records. With a unique upright running style, Dickerson's speed and agility let him to dominate the field.
Dickerson's rookie season with the Los Angeles Rams was spectacular, earning him the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year award. He set the rookie rushing record with 1,808 yards and quickly established himself as one of the premier running backs in the league. In his second season, he broke the NFL's single-season rushing record with 2,105 yards, a record that still stands today.
After his time with the Rams, Dickerson played for several other teams, including the Indianapolis Colts and the Oakland Raiders. He attended six Pro Bowls and was named to five All-Pro first teams, as well as being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1999.
Born: September 2, 1960
Birthplace: Sealy, Texas, USA
Age: 63 years old
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Virgo
Historical Events
- 1984-12-09 LA Ram Eric Dickerson rushes 215 yards for season record 2,105 yards
- 1986-01-04 Los Angeles Rams running back Eric Dickerson scores twice as he rushes for an NFL postseason record 248 yards in 20-0 victory over Dallas Cowboys in NFC divisional playoff in Anaheim, California
- 1986-10-05 Rams running back Eric Dickerson runs for an NFL overtime record 42-yard touchdown as LA defeats Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 26-20 at Anaheim Stadium
- 1989-09-10 Indianapolis running back Eric Dickerson rushes for 106 yards against San Francisco to become the fastest player to top the 10,000 yard plateau; 91st career game
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