Vernon Dean

Washington Commanders 49th pick

DB · San Diego State, Alliant International University, Los Angeles Valley College · 1982–1988

101

Games

Interceptions

Vernon Dean is a former defensive back out of San Diego State; Alliant International University; Los Angeles Valley College, selected by the Washington Commanders with the 49th overall pick (round 2) in the 1982 NFL Draft. He played 101 regular-season games from 1982 to 1988.

Draft Details

Year

1982

Round

Round 2

Pick

49th overall

Team

Washington Commanders

Position

College

San Diego State, Alliant International University, Los Angeles Valley College

Vernon Dean Career Stats

Primary starter for 5 seasons.
Ranks 3rd in the 1982 draft class in interceptions (22).

Career Totals

Games	Def INT
101	22

Career span: 1982–1988.

Source: nflverse · Updated Sep 28, 2026

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