Dick Stevens Obituary, PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — Dick “Truck” Stevens, the powerful and beloved offensive tackle who starred at Baylor University and spent five seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles, died at his home on August 17, 2024. He was 78. Stevens had faced a long and courageous battle with CTE, dementia, and Parkinson’s disease.
Born in Dublin, Texas, to Carl Stevens Jr. and Dorothy Nell Stevens, Stevens established himself early as one of the state’s gifted young athletes. At Dublin High School, he excelled in football, basketball, and track, earning All-District, All-Area, All-State, and Prep All-American honors. His performances brought him recognition from Texas football historian Dave Campbell, who selected him for the prestigious Super Team in Friday Night Heroes.
Following his high school career, Stevens represented Texas in the Big 33 All-Star Game against Pennsylvania, a showcase featuring some of the nation’s top high school players. He then joined Baylor University as a highly regarded recruit and went on to become one of the Southwest Conference’s dominant offensive linemen.
During his Baylor career, Stevens earned All-SWC honors, All-American recognition, and AP preseason All-American honors. He was also named Outstanding Lineman of the Year and served as a team captain, reflecting the leadership that became a defining part of his football career. Stevens played in the Lion’s All-American Bowl and Hula Bowl before graduating from Baylor with a B.B.A.
His accomplishments at Baylor continued to be recognized long after his playing days ended. Stevens was inducted into the Baylor Hall of Fame, selected for Texas Football’s All-Decade Team, and honored among Baylor’s top offensive linemen on The Insider’s Fifty for the Century list. His legacy remained closely connected to the university and the football program where he established himself as an exceptional lineman.
Stevens went on to play five seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles, appearing in 60 games as a dependable offensive lineman and serving as captain of special teams. His connection to Philadelphia continued beyond his playing career, with Stevens and his family remaining die-hard Eagles fans. During his time with the team, Stevens and his teammates were also involved in community efforts, including charity events, local projects, and fundraising efforts connected to the first Ronald McDonald House in Philadelphia.
After retiring from professional football, Stevens began a successful 23-year career in banking. He worked for Bank of America as a Branch Manager, Regional Manager, and later District Manager. Through his professional career and community involvement, he remained known as a person whose influence extended beyond football.
Stevens is remembered for his strength, humility, and devotion to his family, teammates, and community. His passing marks the loss of a respected Baylor standout, former NFL player, and longtime Philadelphia Eagles supporter whose life touched people both on and off the football field. Belated condolences go to his family, friends, former teammates, and all who knew and admired him. May Dick “Truck” Stevens rest in peace.
