Hanford Dixon
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Hanford Dixon is an American former professional football player who spend his entire career (1981-1989) as a cornerback for the Cleveland Browns of the National Football League (NFL).
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Hanford Dixon is an American former professional football player who spend his entire career (1981-1989) as a cornerback for the Cleveland Browns of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Southern Miss Golden Eagles and was selected by the Browns with the 22nd pick in the first round of the 1981 NFL draft. Dixon made the Pro Bowl three times, in 1986, 1987 and 1988. He also is credited with naming the Cleveland Browns "Dawg Pound," the section of the stadium known for their antics during Browns home games at the old Municipal Stadium inspired by Dixon's "barking" to teammates, especially fellow cornerback Frank Minnifield.
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