By Darin Born on January 11, 1973, in Great Falls, Montana, Dave Dickenson wasn’t just a quarterback; he was the embodiment of a champion, leaving an indelible mark on both collegiate and professional football. His story is a powerful narrative of defying expectations, setting unbreakable records at the University of Montana, and ultimately achieving legendary status in the Canadian Football League (CFL). Discover the career trajectory of this celebrated athlete whose influence spans decades of football excellence.
Football Bio
January 11, 1973 – Great Falls, Montana – Dave Dickenson, the great quarterback from the University of Montana, arrived in this life. The National Football Foundation states that Dickenson is the Grizzlies’ all-time leading passer and still holds 28 other school records. Dave was a two-time First Team All-American. Dave had won the 1995 Walter Payton Award as the top player in the FCS, and Dickenson led Montana to the FCS national title that year. Dave Dickenson was voted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2018. Dave played professionally after college, most notably in the CFL with the Calgary Stampeders and the BC Lions. In 2015, Dickenson was inducted into the CFL Hall of Fame. He was the league’s MVP in 2000, and he won three Grey Cups (1998, 2006, 2008). Dickenson had some time in the NFL, too; in 2001 and 2002, he had a cup of coffee with the San Diego Chargers, Seattle Seahawks, Miami Dolphins, and Detroit Lions.
Conclusion
Dave Dickenson’s career is a masterclass in versatility and sustained excellence. From dominating the FCS landscape at the University of Montana, setting records that stand to this day, to becoming an MVP and three-time champion in the CFL, his impact on the sport is undeniable. His dual induction into the College Football Hall of Fame and the CFL Hall of Fame cement his legacy as one of football’s truly great quarterbacks.
Accolades and Football Accomplishments
- College Football Hall of Fame: Inducted in 2018
- CFL Hall of Fame: Inducted in 2015
- University of Montana All-Time Leading Passer
- University of Montana School Records: Holds 28 records
- Walter Payton Award Winner: 1995 (FCS Top Player)
- FCS National Champion: 1995 (Led Montana to the title)
- First Team All-American: Two-time recipient
- CFL Most Outstanding Player (MVP): 2000
- Grey Cup Champion: Three-time winner (1998, 2006, 2008)
- Professional Teams: Calgary Stampeders, BC Lions (CFL), San Diego Chargers, Seattle Seahawks, Miami Dolphins, Detroit Lions (NFL)
