Antron Dillon

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Antron Dillon
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Dillon in 2017
Free agent
Position:Defensive lineman
Personal information
Born: (1985-06-07) June 7, 1985 (age 36)
Hammond, Louisiana
Height:6 ft 5 in (1.96 m)
Weight:270 lb (122 kg)
Career information
High school:Independence (LA)
College:North Alabama
Undrafted:2011
Career history
Career highlights and awards
Career Arena statistics
Tackles:93.5
Sacks:11.0
Forced fumbles:3
Player stats at ArenaFan.com

Antron Dwayne Dillon (born June 7, 1985) is an American football defensive lineman who is currently a free agent. He played college football at the University of North Alabama and attended Independence High School in Independence, Louisiana. He has also been a member of the Arizona Rattlers, Portland Thunder, Los Angeles KISS, Jacksonville Sharks and Tampa Bay Storm.

Early life[]

Dillon attended Independence High School.

US college sports recruiting information for high school athletes
Name Hometown High school / college Height Weight Commit date
Antron Dillon
LB 		Independence, Louisiana Independence High School 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) 210 lb (95 kg) Jan 3, 2003 
Recruiting star ratings: Scout:3/5 stars   Rivals:2/5 stars   247Sports:3/5 stars
Overall recruiting rankings: Scout: 89 (LB)   Rivals: -- (LB), -- (LA)
  • Note: In many cases, Scout, Rivals, 247Sports, and ESPN may conflict in their listings of height and weight.
  • In these cases, the average was taken. ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale.

Sources:

  • "Vanderbilt Football Commitment List". Rivals.com. Retrieved April 19, 2017.
  • "Vanderbilt College Football Recruiting Commits". Scout.com. Retrieved April 19, 2017.
  • "Scout.com Team Recruiting Rankings". Scout.com. Retrieved April 19, 2017.
  • "2003 Team Ranking". Rivals.com. Retrieved April 19, 2017.

College career[]

In January 2003, Dillon committed to play football for the Vanderbilt Commodores.[1][2] Dillon transferred to Southwest Mississippi Community College for two seasons, before transferring to North Alabama. Dillon played with the Lions in 2007, then after a two-year gap, played again for the Lions in 2010.

Professional career[]

Arizona Rattlers[]

In October 2012, Dillon was assigned to the Arizona Rattlers on a two-year deal.[3] Dillon helped the Rattlers to two ArenaBowl championships in 2013 and 2014.

Portland Thunder[]

Dillon was assigned to the Portland Thunder during the 2013 Expansion Draft.[4]

Los Angeles KISS[]

In February 2015, Dillon was assigned to the Los Angeles KISS.[5]

Jacksonville Sharks[]

In March 2016, Dillon was assigned to the Jacksonville Sharks.[6]

Tampa Bay Storm[]

On January 12, 2017, Dillon was assigned to the Tampa Bay Storm.[7] The Storm folded in December 2017.[8]

Florida Tarpons[]

Dillon signed with the Florida Tarpons of the American Arena League on January 22, 2018.

Atlantic City Blackjacks[]

On March 18, 2019, Dillon was assigned to the Atlantic City Blackjacks.

References[]

  1. ^ Chris Lee (January 3, 2003). "Antron Dillon Commits to Vanderbilt". www.vanderbilt.rivals.com. Yahoo!. Retrieved April 19, 2017.
  2. ^ John Lenz (February 6, 2003). "Area produces 19 college signees". www.hammondstar.com. BLOX Content Management System. Retrieved April 19, 2017.[permanent dead link]
  3. ^ "Antron Dillon and Draylen Ross have been assigned to the Arizona Ratttlers". www.arenafan.com. ArenaFan. October 22, 2012. Retrieved April 19, 2017.
  4. ^ "Portland Adds Nine Through Expansion Draft". www.oursportscentral.com. OurSports Central. December 21, 2013. Retrieved April 19, 2017.
  5. ^ "KISS Pick Up Pass Rusher". www.lakissfootball.com. Los Angeles KISS. February 13, 2015. Archived from the original on August 1, 2016. Retrieved April 19, 2017.
  6. ^ "Sharks Add Two Veteran ArenaBowl Champions". www.jaxsharks.com. Jacksonville Sharks. March 10, 2016. Retrieved April 19, 2017.
  7. ^ "Ings Returns, Dillon Joins The Team". www.tampabaystorm.com. Tampa Bay Storm. January 13, 2017. Archived from the original on April 20, 2017. Retrieved April 19, 2017.
  8. ^ "Tampa Bay Storm suspending operations". Tampa Bay Times. December 21, 2017.

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