Parnell Dickinson QB 18 College Height Weight Date of birth Mississippi Valley State 6-2 190 14-Mar-53 How acquired 7th round draft pick 1976 How left Released during 1977 Seasons played Games Starts 1976-77 8 1 Profile Started one game at QB for the expansion Bucs and played in another seven games as back-up to Steve Spurrer. His start came against the Dolphins and was off to a perfect 4 of 4 start passing when he suffered a knee injury and was lost for the rest of the season, Was in camp the following year but did not make the roster but was re-signed at mid-season and was inactive for two games before being released again for good. Went by the nickname of "Paydirt" and now works at Raymond James Stadium employed by the NFL where his job is to check players' uniforms before each home game to ensure they meet league requirements. Never played again in the NFL after leaving Tampa Bay. 1976 1977 Games Starts Games Starts 8 1 0 0 Passing Season Att Com Yards Int TD Rating 1976 39 15 210 5 1 25.5 Total 39 15 210 5 1 25.5 Rushing Season No. Yards Avg LG TD 1976 13 103 7.9 46 0 Total 13 103 7.9 46 0