Rico Sharod Dowdle Jr. is an American football running back for the Dallas Cowboys as of the 2024 NFL season. After going undrafted in the 2020 NFL Draft, the Cowboys signed him as an undrafted free agent in April of that year. He subsequently signed a three-year contract with the team, valued at $2,295,000. In his fifth season with the Cowboys, he has played 48 games, and recorded 1,116 rushing yards and 3 touchdowns, along with 50 receptions for 349 yards and 5 receiving touchdowns as of Week 14, 2024 season (via Pro Football Reference).
Before entering the NFL, Dowdle played college football at the University of South Carolina from 2016 to 2019. According to Sports Reference, he recorded 2,167 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns. He also tallied 62 receptions for 483 yards and three receiving touchdowns during his college career. Born in Asheville, North Carolina, he attended A.C. Reynolds High School in his hometown. Upon graduation, he was rated as a three-star recruit.
What is Rico Dowdle’s 40 time?
According to the NFL official website, Dowdle ran the 40-yard dash in 4.54 seconds and the 10-yard split in 1.53 seconds at the 2020 NFL Combine. He also participated in several other on-field drills, achieving a vertical leap of 38 inches and a broad jump of 10 feet 7 inches.
| Test Type | Test Result |
| 10-Yard Split | 1.53 seconds |
| Vertical Jump | 38 inches |
Rico Dowdle’s Physical Attributes
| Age | 26 years (as of December 2024) |
| Weight | 213 lb (96 kg) |
| Height | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) |
Rico Dowdle’s Height
Dowdle’s recorded height is 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m), according to the NFL website.
Rico Dowdle’s Weight
As of December 2024, Dowdle weighs approximately 215 lb (98 kg).
Rico Dowdle’s Age
Dowdle is 26 years old as of December 2024. He was born on June 14, 1998.
FAQs on Rico Dowdle 40 Time
A. Rico Dowdle wears jersey number 23, representing the Dallas Cowboys in the NFL.
A. Rico Dowdle plays as a football running back.
A. Rico Dowdle holds American nationality.
A. Rico Dowdle attended A.C. Reynolds High School.
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