Chuck Dicus: Arkansas Razorback Hall of Fame Legend

Chuck Dicus dominated opposing defenses as a standout wide receiver for the University of Arkansas, earning dual All-American honors and cementing his legacy in college football history.

Football Bio

October 2, 1948 – Chuck Dicus was a wide receiver at the University of Arkansas.

He was voted an All-American in the 1969 and 1970 seasons.

Chuck averaged over 16 yards per catch during his three-year college career and had over 1,800 yards, a good number for that era of college football.

The National Football Foundation voted Chuck Dicus into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1999. [National Football Foundation]

Chuck Dicus left an undeniable mark on the Arkansas Razorbacks program, ultimately taking his rightful place among the sport’s immortals in the College Football Hall of Fame.

Accolades and Football Accomplishments

• State & School Halls of Fame: Inducted into the University of Arkansas Sports Hall of Honor (1988) and the Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame (1990).
• College Football Hall of Fame: Inducted as part of the Class of 1999.
• Consensus All-American: Earned First-Team honors in both 1969 and 1970.
• All-Southwest Conference (SWC): Selected as a three-time All-SWC wide receiver (1968, 1969, 1970).
• 1969 “Game of the Century”: Caught a key touchdown pass against the Texas Longhorns in one of college football’s most famous broadcasts.
• NFL Draft: Selected in the 7th round of the 1971 NFL Draft by the San Diego Chargers.
• Professional Career: Played in the NFL for the San Diego Chargers (1971–1972) and the Pittsburgh Steelers (1973).

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