Dennis Gibson
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Position: LB
Date of Birth: February 8, 1964
Height / Weight: 6'2" / 240 lbs
First Team: DET (1987)
Last Team: SD (1995)
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Dennis Gibson Career Overview
Date of Birth: February 8, 1964Position: Linebacker (LB)
Career Timeline
- Detroit Lions (1987-1989)
- Joined the NFL as a 5th round draft pick (118th overall) in the 1987 NFL Draft.
- Played as a linebacker, contributing to the team’s defense.
- San Diego Chargers (1990-1995)
- Signed with the Chargers, where he started to make a significant impact on defense.
- Key contributor in the Chargers' run to Super Bowl XXIX in the 1994 season.
- Known for his tackling ability and defensive awareness.
Highlights and Accomplishments
- Played a total of 8 seasons in the NFL.
- Accumulated over 400 tackles during his career.
- Participated in numerous games, demonstrating durability and consistency as a linebacker.
- Respected by teammates and coaches for his work ethic and leadership on the field.
Post-NFL Career
- After retiring from professional football, Gibson has been involved in various community and charitable efforts, often focusing on youth sports and education.
Dennis Gibson may not be one of the most widely recognized names in NFL history, but his contributions as a linebacker, particularly during his time with the San Diego Chargers, left a lasting impact on the teams he played for.
Source: gpt-4o-mini
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