Brian Dawkins
Inducted:
2018
Player Stats
6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
209 lb (95 kg)
Born:
October 13, 1973
Jacksonville, Florida, U.S.
Position:
Safety
College:
Clemson (1992–1995)
Brian Dawkins brought passion, intensity, and elite play to the safety position for 16 NFL seasons. Drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in 1996, Dawkins became the emotional leader of the defense and one of the most feared hitters in the league.
Known as “Weapon X” for his relentless energy and Wolverine-like alter ego on the field, Dawkins combined hard-hitting tackles with exceptional coverage skills. He was the first player in NFL history to record a sack, interception, fumble recovery, and touchdown in a single game. Dawkins finished his career with the Denver Broncos, retiring with over 1,100 tackles and 37 interceptions.
He helped lead the Eagles to four NFC Championship appearances and one Super Bowl. Beyond the stats, his leadership and work ethic left a lasting legacy in Philadelphia and across the league. His Hall of Fame induction in 2018 was a celebration of grit, emotion, and unmatched defensive excellence.
Dawkins' Awards and Honors
- 4× First-team All-Pro (2001, 2002, 2004, 2006)
- Second-team All-Pro (2009)
- 9× Pro Bowl (1999, 2001, 2002, 2004–2006, 2008, 2009, 2011)
- PFWA NFL All-Rookie Team (1996)
- Philadelphia Eagles Hall of Fame
- Philadelphia Eagles 75th Anniversary Team
- Philadelphia Eagles No. 20 retired
- Second-team All-American (1995)
- First-team All-ACC (1995)
- 2× Second-team All-ACC (1993, 1994)
NFL Records
- Most forced fumbles by a defensive back (36)
- One of only three players in NFL history with 25+ sacks and 35+ interceptions
- Named to the NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
NFL Teams
Philadelphia Eagles (1996–2008)
Denver Broncos (2009–2011)
NHL Draft:
1996: 2nd round, 61st pick
Philadelphia Eagles
Number Worn:
20
Career Stats
Seasons:
16 (1996–2011)
Games Played:
224
Tackles:
1,131
Interceptions:
37
Sacks:
26
Forced Fumbles:
36
Fumble Recoveries:
19
Defensive Touchdowns:
4