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143
Games
8
Sacks
25
Interceptions
Gene Atkins is a former free safety out of Florida A&M, selected by the New Orleans Saints with the 179th overall pick (round 7) in the 1987 NFL Draft. He played 143 regular-season games from 1987 to 1996.
Draft Details
Gene Atkins Career Stats
- Primary starter for 7 seasons.
- Ranks 5th in the 1987 draft class in interceptions (25).
Career Totals
| Games | Sacks | Def INT |
|---|---|---|
| 143 | 8 | 25 |
Career span: 1987–1996.
Source: nflverse · Updated Sep 28, 2026
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