Xzavier Dickson
American football player (born 1992)
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Xzavier Dickson (born September 11, 1992) is an American former professional football linebacker. He was selected by the New England Patriots in the seventh round of the 2015 NFL draft.[1] He played college football at Alabama.
Griffin, Georgia, U.S.
Dickson (left) and Jesse Williams with Alabama in 2012 | |
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| Position | Linebacker |
| Personal information | |
| Born | September 11, 1992 Griffin, Georgia, U.S. |
| Listed height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| Listed weight | 268 lb (122 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school | Griffin (GA) |
| College | Alabama |
| NFL draft | 2015: 7th round, 253rd overall pick |
| Career history | |
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* Offseason and/or practice squad member only | |
| Awards and highlights | |
| Stats at Pro Football Reference | |
College career
Throughout his college career from 2012 to 2014, he appeared in 39 games for Alabama. In his last season before entering the draft, he logged at least 0.5 sacks in five straight games and finished the season with 9.0 sacks, 42 tackles, and 12.5 tackles for loss.[2]
Professional career
New England Patriots
Dickson was selected with the 253rd overall pick in the seventh round of the 2015 NFL draft by the New England Patriots.[1] He was released by the Patriots on September 5, 2015.[3]
Atlanta Falcons
Dickson was signed to the practice squad of the Atlanta Falcons on December 30, 2015.[4]
Toronto Argonauts
Dickson was signed by the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League on April 17, 2018. He was released on June 10, 2018.[5]
Birmingham Iron
On November 19, 2018, Dickson was signed by the Birmingham Iron of the Alliance of American Football.[6] In the season opener against the Memphis Express, Dickson intercepted an Express pass from quarterback Brandon Silvers.[7] The league ceased operations in April 2019.[8]