Experience the powerful legacy of Jim Kiick, the versatile running back who dominated the gridiron and helped build a Miami Dolphins dynasty.
Football Bio
August 9, 1946 – Lincoln Park, New Jersey – Wyoming running back Jim Kiick was born.
Kiick was the 118th overall pick by the Miami Dolphins in the 1968 NFL draft. Jim joined the Dolphins in 1968 and stayed with them through the 1974 season, when the World Football League’s Memphis Southmen signed him in 1975.
After the WFL’s demise, Kiick joined the NFL again with the Denver Broncos for the seasons of 1976 and 77 and then with the Redskins in 1978 according to NFL.com.
Jim’s career numbers included 1,029 carries for 3,759 yards and 29 touchdowns, 233 catches for 2,302 yards and four touchdowns, and Kiick was a two-time AFL All-Star and won Super Bowls 7 and 8 with the Dolphins.
He was an integral part of Don Shula‘s ball-control offense in the early 1970s along with Hall of Fame running back Larry Czonka.
Jim Kiick cemented his football legacy through hard-nosed running and dependable pass-catching. He anchored one of the most successful eras in professional football and left an undeniable mark on the Miami Dolphins franchise.
Verified Accolades and Football Accomplishments
- 2× Super Bowl Champion: Super Bowl VII, Super Bowl VIII.
- Perfect Season Member: Key piece of the historic 1972 undefeated Miami Dolphins team.
- 2× AFL All-Star: Selected in 1968 and 1969.
- AFL Rushing Touchdowns Leader: Scored 9 rushing touchdowns to lead the league in 1969.
- Wyoming Cowboys Standout: 3× First-Team All-WAC (1965–1967) and 1966 Sun Bowl MVP.
- Miami Dolphins 50th Season All-Time Team: Honored as one of the greatest players in franchise history.
