Rickey Dixon - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: December 15, 1965

Career Timeline:

• Cincinnati Bengals (1988-1991)
  • Drafted in the first round (5th overall) of the 1988 NFL Draft.
  • Played as a defensive back (DB) for the Bengals from 1988 to 1991.
  • Known for his speed and ball-hawking skills, Dixon contributed to the Bengals' secondary.
• Los Angeles Raiders (1992-1993)
  • Signed with the Los Angeles Raiders in 1992.
  • Continued to showcase his defensive abilities during his tenure with the team.

Career Highlights and Accomplishments:

• Played a key role in the Bengals' defense during his years with the team.
• Part of a Bengals team that reached Super Bowl XXIII in 1988.
• Regarded for his contributions to both teams, especially in pass coverage and tackling.
• Remembered for his competitive spirit and versatility in the defensive backfield.

Post-NFL Life:

After his NFL career, Rickey Dixon's legacy continued to be appreciated by fans of the teams he played for, contributing to discussions about the defensive players of his era.

Despite not being as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, Dixon remains an important figure in the history of the teams he represented.