About Eddie Hicks
Born 1955. Eddie Hicks is an American american football player.
Edward James Hicks (born July 26, 1955) is an American former professional football player who was a running back for two seasons with the New York Giants of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the East Carolina Pirates.
College career Hicks played four seasons at East Carolina University, rushing for 2,101 yards and scoring 23 rushing touchdowns.
Professional career Hicks was selected in the sixth round with the 158th overall pick in the 1979 NFL draft by the New York Giants. In his first season, he did not start any games. He was a starter in the first game of his second season on September 9, 1980, against the St. Louis Cardinals due to Billy Taylor being injured. He rushed for 39 yards on 15 attempts and New York won 41–35. He played two more NFL games that season before being released, finishing with 50 rushing yards on 19 attempts. In February 1981, he signed with the Philadelphia Eagles, but was released in July.
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Who is Eddie Hicks?
American football player
When was Eddie Hicks born?
Eddie Hicks was born on 26 July 1955 in Henderson.
What is Eddie Hicks's occupation?
Eddie Hicks is an american football player.
What nationality is Eddie Hicks?
Eddie Hicks is American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Eddie Hicks. https://biography.guide/eddie-hicks/
MLA: "Eddie Hicks." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/eddie-hicks/.
Chicago: "Eddie Hicks." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/eddie-hicks/.
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