Everett Dawkins
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Career Summary
Everett Dawkins is a defensive tackle from Spartanburg, South Carolina, who played at Florida State and was selected by Minnesota in the 2013 NFL Draft.
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Early Life
Dawkins is from Spartanburg, South Carolina.
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High School
Dawkins attended Byrnes High School in South Carolina.
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College Career
Dawkins played at Florida State from 2008 through 2012 and led all Seminoles defenders with 41 career starts.
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Path to the NFL
Minnesota selected Dawkins in the seventh round of the 2013 NFL Draft, 229th overall, as the final Florida State player chosen in a school-record 11-player draft class.
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NFL Career
NFL records identify Dawkins as a defensive tackle from Florida State. Minnesota draft history documents his 2013 selection; his subsequent NFL time included opportunities with New England and Tampa Bay.
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Career Accomplishments
Dawkins helped anchor a Florida State defense that ranked among the national leaders in 2012. He earned team awards for unselfish leadership and strength-and-conditioning effort.
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Playing Style
Minnesota scouting coverage described Dawkins as an active interior defender with a quick first step and effective hands; Florida State noted his run-defense value in the middle.
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