Dawkins made his first of nine Pro Bowls in 1999, earning a reputation as a hard-hitting ball-hawk] with the nickname "Weapon X," a codename of Marvel character Wolverine, the comic book superhero known for relentless aggression. His emergence as one of the premier safeties in the NFL earned him the role of Eagles' defensive captain, and a mainstay on the Eagles. In 2002 in a game versus the Houston Texans he became the first player in NFL history to record a sack, an interception, forced fumble, and touchdown reception in a single game.

This Philadelphia Eagles jersey was signed in black by Dawkins and includes a JSA sticker and COA.