(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 .
