He was signed by the Chicago Bears as an undrafted free agent in 2011,[2] and was also a member of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Minnesota Vikings.

DeCicco went to Thomas Jefferson High School, where he played wide receiver, quarterback, safety, cornerback, and kick/punt returner.

As a true freshman in 2007, DeCicco played in 10 games primarily on special teams, and garnered six tackles.

In 2009, he was named to the second-team All-Big East team after having 88 tackles, three interceptions, and a forced fumble.

In 2012, DeCicco filled in for Brian Urlacher at middle linebacker during OTAs while he was out with a knee injury.