The Cincinnati Bengals will honor running back Corey Dillon and nose tackle Tim Krumrie by inducting them into the team’s Ring of Honor this autumn. The team announced this on Thursday.
Dillon played for the Bengals from 1997 to 2003, while Krumrie spent his entire 12-year career with Cincinnati from 1983 to 1994. Both were chosen by season ticket holders from a list of 11 nominees who had a significant impact on the team’s history.
The ceremony is scheduled for September 23 during halftime of Cincinnati’s game against Washington.
Dillon, a second-round draft pick from Washington, holds the Bengals’ record with 8,061 rushing yards and had 28 games with at least 100 yards. He was selected to three consecutive Pro Bowls from 1999 to 2001.
Dillon expressed gratitude to the fans for the honor.
“It means a great deal to me,” Dillon said in a statement. “This recognition is a part of my legacy, and I’m grateful and fortunate that it’s happening now.”
Krumrie, drafted in the 10th round from Wisconsin in 1983, became known for his durability, playing in 188 games, a record for any Bengals lineman on offense or defense. He earned Pro Bowl honors in 1987 and 1988 and helped the team reach the Super Bowl in the latter season.
Krumrie thanked the fans for acknowledging his contributions and the effort he gave each season.
“I’m proud to have my name alongside my 1988 teammates who helped fulfill my dream of playing in a Super Bowl, as well as the other deserving Ring of Honor members,” he said in a statement.
