History of Rico Dowdle in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: August 9, 2025

Rico Dowdle is an American professional football running back currently playing for the Carolina Panthers in the NFL. He played college football at the University of South Carolina for the Gamecocks. His career focus is in professional sports, specifically football.

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June 14, 1998: Rico Dowdle's Birth

On June 14, 1998, Rico Sharod Dowdle Jr. was born. He later became an American professional football running back.

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2020: East-West Shrine Bowl Performance

In 2020, Rico Dowdle played in the East-West Shrine Bowl, rushing for fifty yards.

2020: Signed by the Dallas Cowboys

In 2020, Rico Dowdle was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Dallas Cowboys after the NFL draft on April 27. He made the final roster as the third-string running back, appearing in 15 games.

2021: Hip Injury and Placement on Injured Reserve

In 2021, Rico Dowdle suffered a hip injury during a preseason game against the Houston Texans and was placed on injured reserve on August 25.

2022: Ankle Injury and Placement on Injured Reserve

In 2022, Rico Dowdle, playing as third-string running back, suffered an ankle injury and was placed on injured reserve on October 15.

2023: Backup Running Back and Performance

In 2023, Rico Dowdle became the backup running back. He played in 16 games, and in Week 11, he rushed for 79 yards and a touchdown against the New York Giants. He missed one game due to an ankle injury.