Gene Atkins
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Gene Atkins, a former professional American football player, played as a safety in the National Football League (NFL). He was known for his hard-hitting style and defensive prowess on the field. Atkins began his professional career when he was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in the seventh round of the 1987 NFL Draft. His entry into

Gene Atkins, a former professional American football player, played as a safety in the National Football League (NFL). He was known for his hard-hitting style and defensive prowess on the field. Atkins began his professional career when he was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in the seventh round of the 1987 NFL Draft. His entry into

Career Defensive Stats

NFL 1987-1996

Sacks

8.0

INT

25

Solo

124

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Career Timeline

1987-1993

New Orleans Saints (NFL)

Player

1994-1996

Miami Dolphins (NFL)

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Born Nov 22nd, 1964

Age 60 years old

Height / Weight 5' 11" 201 lbs

College Florida A&M

Position DB

Uniform # 28

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