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<h2>Early Life and High School Career</h2>
<p>Dion Lewis was born in 1990 and is a former American football running back. A native of New York, he attended Albany High School before transferring to Albany Academy and later Blair Academy in New Jersey. At Blair Academy, Lewis led the football team to a remarkable 17-1 record over his final two seasons, securing both the New Jersey Prep State and the Mid-Atlantic Prep League (MAPL) championship titles.</p>

<h2>College Football at Pittsburgh</h2>
<p>Lewis played college football at the University of Pittsburgh, where he became a standout performer as a freshman in 2009. During that season, he appeared in all twelve regular-season games and rushed for 1,640 yards with 17 rushing touchdowns. One of his most notable performances came in a game against Rutgers, where he ran for 180 yards and two touchdowns. He also had a 100-yard rushing game against Syracuse. His exceptional debut season earned national recognition, and he was considered a potential Heisman Trophy candidate.</p>

<h2>Professional Career: Philadelphia Eagles</h2>
<p>Dion Lewis was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles as the 149th overall pick in the fifth round of the 2011 NFL Draft. He signed a four-year contract worth $2.2 million in July 2011. Lewis served primarily as a backup running back during his two seasons in Philadelphia, contributing on special teams and in limited offensive roles.</p>

<h2>Trades, Injuries, and Practice Squads</h2>
<p>In 2013, the Eagles traded Lewis to the Cleveland Browns in exchange for <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emmanuel_Acho">linebacker</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emmanuel_Acho">Emmanuel Acho</a>. Unfortunately, Lewis suffered a fractured fibula and was unable to play during the season. He was released by the Browns in 2014. Shortly afterward, he signed briefly with the Indianapolis Colts but did not make the final roster.</p>

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<h2>Joining the New England Patriots</h2>
<p>In 2015, Lewis signed a reserve/future contract with the New England Patriots. After an impressive preseason, he earned a spot on the Patriots' 53-man roster. In the season opener, he stepped in for <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LeGarrette_Blount">LeGarrette Blount</a> and recorded 120 scrimmage yards, showcasing his versatility as both a runner and receiver. His strong early-season performance led to a two-year contract extension through the 2017 season, which included $1.8 million in incentives and a $600,000 signing bonus.</p>

<p>Unfortunately, his 2015 season was cut short after he suffered a torn ACL in Week 9 against the Washington Redskins. He was subsequently placed on the injured reserve and missed the remainder of the season.</p>

<h2>Track and Field Achievements</h2>
<p>In addition to his football career, Lewis was a three-year letterman in track and field at Blair Academy. He competed in sprints, relays, and the long jump, demonstrating athleticism that translated well to the football field.</p>

<h2>Path to the NFL Draft</h2>
<p>Lewis chose to forgo both his junior and senior years at Pittsburgh, declaring for the NFL Draft after just two seasons. His outstanding freshman year had put him on the radar of scouts, and he opted to take the leap into professional football earlier than most, a decision that launched his eventual NFL career.</p>

<h2>Recognition and Teammate Nicknames</h2>
<p>During his time with the New England Patriots, <a href="/biography/julian-edelman">teammate</a> <a href="/biography/julian-edelman">Julian Edelman</a> affectionately nicknamed Lewis "Little Dirty" and "Jitterbug" due to his elusive running style and tenacity on the field. Known for his quickness and ability to make defenders miss, Lewis contributed significantly to the Patriots' offense when healthy.</p>

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