| Maurice
Hicks
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RB Maurice Hicks: Vikings waive RB
-by VikingUpdate.com
Feb 18, 2009 |
Record-seekers vs. Eagles
Adrian Peterson and a couple other Vikings moved up in the team’s playoff record book despite a loss
-by VikingUpdate.com
Jan 4, 2009 |
Reynaud promoted, active
The Vikings promoted WR/KR Darius Reynaud to the active roster and made him active today.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Nov 23, 2008 |
Notebook: Hicks helping on returns 
Maurice Hicks made a positive impression in his first game returning kicks for the Vikings.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Oct 3, 2008 |
RB Maurice Hicks: Hicks Iffy?
-by ScoutNFLNetwork.com
Sep 3, 2008 |
Notebook: Specialists Provide Mixed Bag
The Vikings inserted a couple veterans into their special teams on Saturday and it was mostly good.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Aug 25, 2008 |
Starting Specialists To Get More Action
The Vikings are transitioning to look more at their veteran kickoff and punt returners on Saturday.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Aug 22, 2008 |
From the Field: Wednesday Afternoon
RB Hicks could be a testament to the undrafted rookies hoping to make an impact on special teams.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Aug 13, 2008 |
Minicamp Notebook: Positions for Hire
A few glory positions on special teams remain open for the taking with a few surprising candidates.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Jun 8, 2008 |
Scout’s Notebook: RB Maurice Hicks
Free agent signee expected to add depth and return kickoffs for Vikings
-by VikingUpdate.com
May 24, 2008 |
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Ht: 5-11
Wt: 205
| Date of Birth: |
07/22/1978 |
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North Carolina A&T |
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Signed by the Vikings as an unrestricted free agent in 2008, Hicks is expected to be a leading candidate to return kicks and could serve in a third-down role out of the offensive backfield.
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2007: Although he played in all 16 games, Hicks was used the least of his career in a rushing role, carrying just 21 times for 117 yards and one touchdown.
2006: His 1,428 total return yards (all on kickoffs) set a 49ers franchise record in his first season as the full-time kick returner. Ranked fifth in the NFL and third in the NFC in that category. Had only 82 yards rushing on 29 attempts, and 13 receptions for 137 yards.
2005: Played in 14 games, starting three for an injured Kevan Barlow. Rushed 59 times for 308 yards (5.2-yard average). Also caught 12 passes for 47 yards. Returned 34 kicks for 689 yards and had 16 tackles on special teams.
2004: Played in nine games with two starts after being elevated from the practice squad. Had a career-high 96 carries for 362 yards and two touchdowns.
2003: Went to training camp with the Chicago Bears but was waived prior to the season.
2002: Signed with Chicago as an undrafted rookie but was placed on reserve/non-football injury before the season began.
College: The all-time leading rusher at North Carolina A&T with 2,812 yards in only two seasons at the school. Named third-team Division I-AA All-American and Black College Offensive Player of the Year after leading the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference in rushing as a senior with 1,325 yards and 15 rushing TDs on 181 attempts with a long play of 79 yards. Two-time first-team all-MEAC winner led the Aggies with 92 points in 2001. Also led the MEAC with 165.6 rushing yards per game and 7.3 yards per carry. Set an NCAA Division I and II single-game record with 437 rushing yards on 34 carries vs. Morgan State (10/6/01). Added six receptions for 41 yards in eight games played as a senior. Rushed for 1,487 yards as a junior in his first season at N.C. A&T.
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