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Dion Dawkins

Dion Dawkins is an American professional football offensive tackle currently playing for the Buffalo Bills in the NFL. He honed his skills playing college football for the Temple Owls before being drafted into the NFL. Dawkins is a key player for the Bills, contributing significantly to their offensive line.

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Bills lineman Dion Dawkins got a tattoo of Josh Allen in a humorous tribute. Dawkins permanently commemorates the iconic play with the tattoo, showcasing his admiration for Allen.

April 26, 1994: Dion Dawkins was born

On April 26, 1994, Dion Dawkins was born.

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January 2013: Dawkins signed with Temple

In January 2013, after originally committing to the Cincinnati Bearcats, Dion Dawkins signed with Temple University.

2013: Dawkins played at Temple

In 2013, Dion Dawkins began playing football at Temple University.

2016: All-American Athletic Conference Selection

In 2016, Dion Dawkins was named a First-team All-American Athletic Conference selection after his senior year.

May 19, 2017: Dawkins signed with the Bills

On May 19, 2017, Dion Dawkins signed a four-year, $4.18 million contract with the Buffalo Bills.

2017: Drafted by the Buffalo Bills

In 2017, Dion Dawkins was selected by the Buffalo Bills in the second round (63rd overall) of the NFL draft.

2018: Named starting left tackle

In 2018, Dion Dawkins was named the starting left tackle for the Buffalo Bills and caught his first career touchdown pass.

2019: Second touchdown pass

In 2019, Dion Dawkins caught his second touchdown pass. He started all 16 games in the 2019 season.

August 13, 2020: Contract extension with the Bills

On August 13, 2020, Dion Dawkins signed a four-year, $60 million contract extension with the Buffalo Bills.

2021: First Pro Bowl selection

In 2021, Dion Dawkins was named to his first Pro Bowl after battling COVID-19.

2022: Played in 15 regular season games

In 2022, Dion Dawkins played in and started 15 regular season games and two postseason games for the Buffalo Bills.

2023: Started all 17 regular season games

In 2023, Dion Dawkins appeared in and started all 17 regular season games and two postseason games for the Buffalo Bills.

March 11, 2024: Signed contract extension with the Bills

On March 11, 2024, Dion Dawkins signed a three-year, $60.5 million contract extension with the Buffalo Bills through the 2027 season.

2024: Ranked on NFL Top 100 Players

In 2024, Dion Dawkins was ranked 96th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players.

2027: Contract with the Bills through 2027 season

On March 11, 2024, Dion Dawkins signed a three-year, $60.5 million contract extension with the Buffalo Bills through the 2027 season.