He started 122 of 138 career games as a Cowboy and was a stalwart in the beginning of a new era in Dallas led by Tony Romo, Jason Witten, DeMarcus Ware, and others like Marion Barber. I like long walks on the beach, mystery novels, no just kidding those suck. He is a member of the Ring of Honor and an All-Decade player from the 1970s. Pearson, Drew (19731983) Wide receiver Drew Pearson was the first of them all. Most games as starting quarterback * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). In that same period of time, Smith has paved the way for two rushing titles and two other Top-10 performances. He is without question the Greatest #80 in Dallas Cowboys History. Pugh was never selected to a Pro Bowl but was a two-time Second-Team All-Pro and two-time Super Bowl champion. 54 is also an important part of Cowboys history, as it was worn by legendary defenders Chuck Howley and Randy White. He was drafted in the sixth round and played most of his career next to the legendary Bob Lilly. [2] Though he had a career-high 46 receptions for 633 yards and 2 touchdowns in his first season in Tampa, he was not able to live up to his free agent billing. Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Wednesday, March 1, 2:31PM. "I'm looking forward to getting to Dallas and getting started.". Teams are at the mercy of the board in the draft, and in this edition the Cowboys are able to bolster their secondary with a pair of teammates. With the NFL combine this week, these are the three biggest positional needs for the Dallas Cowboys in the draft. Yes, indeed. 47 at the University of Miami. He was Super Bowl winner in 1977 and was a three-time Pro Bowler. Find out more. 2 at Oklahoma, stated after being picked by the Cowboys that he planned to wear No. In 1981, Smerek was the victim of a road-rage incident that resulted in Don being shot in the chest though he survived. He began to blossom into a big-play receiver. The Cowboys stayed afloat last year at linebacker, but theyll need a little work to repeat that feat in 2023. Analysis: A shout out is deserving for the recently retired Doug Free but he gets edged out by the longtime left guard Herbert Scott. Hegman is most famous for a fumble recovery off of Terry Bradshaw that he returned 37 yards for the score in a Super Bowl XIII loss to the Steelers. That figure likely isn't very big for a young player like Wilson, but is likely quite pricey for an established star like Smith. The Dallas Cowboys went gold with the 46th pick of the 1973 draft in Richards. 88 has been passed down through several generations of receiver, from Drew Pearson to Michael Irvin to Dez Bryant and now to CeeDee Lamb. In ten seasons, Lett started 73 of 109 career games, was a two time Pro Bowler, and three time Super Bowl champion. After leaving the NFL, he became a college football coach at his alma mater, Mississippi Valley State. Copyright 2009-2023 Daily Rival - InsideTheStar.com. With first-round choice CeeDee Lamb sporting the historic number, let's take a look at who has worn it before him. And finally, no. Martin amassed 85 tackles and 23 sacks, which if officially recognized, would beat out Michael Strahans NFL record. [10], On October 14, 1999, he was signed by the Dallas Cowboys, to provide depth after Michael Irvin suffered a career-ending neck injury in the fourth game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Hence, the curious absence of anyone else wearing his number. After signing on as an undrafted free agent, he emerged as a great wideout in a time before the passing game flourished. 1980 Dallas Cowboys Roster & Players Previous Season Next Season Record: 12-4-0, 2nd in NFC East Division ( Schedule and Results ) Coach: Tom Landry (12-4-0) Points For: 454 (28.4/g) 1st of 28 Points Against: 311 (19.4/g) 13th of 28 Expected W-L: 11.4-4.6 SRS: 7.98 (2nd of 28), SOS: -0.96 Playoffs: Won Wild Card 34-13 vs. Los Angeles Rams Tuinei retired in 1997 a three-time Super Bowl champion. Hes one of the NFLs first elite pass rushers and hes getting his justification in this post. He was an unsung Cowboys hero an fan favorite. He also recorded 32 interceptions for a whopping 472 returns yards and three scores. Michael Irvin #88, wide receiver for the Dallas Cowboys kneels on the sideline watching the action during the National Football Conference East game against the New York Giants on 5 October 1997 at the Giants Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States. In turn, some numbers have a strong lineage of great football careers that make it hard to choose and others make you question whether that number needs a winner. "Sometimes it's a good enough deal for them to want to change and sometimes it isn't," Jones said. Harper now resides in Winter Haven, Florida. A new rule could have the Cowboys going old school in future seasons. Lockhart led the Cowboys defense in tackles as a rookie stepping in for Bob Breunig. He was part of a legendary Dallas Cowboys dynasty that included quarterback Troy Aikman and running back Emmitt Smith and won three Super Bowls. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. Though Dallas lost all three playoff games of Coakleys career, he was selected to three Pro Bowls. He started 165 games, appeared in 209, recorded 52 sacks, with one interception. 10 with the team. 3 biggest draft needs for the Dallas Cowboys ahead of the NFL combine. Tuinei was undrafted in 1983, he spent his first three seasons as a two-way player on both the offensive and defensive line. All rights reserved. Analysis: He was drafted in the top of the second round back in 2002 and started 14 games as a rookie at both center and guard. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. He is a member of the Ring of Honor and an All-Decade player from the 1970s. The Cowboys drafted Rayfield Wright in the seventh round of the 1967 NFL Draft as a tight end. Still, Hegman started 119 of 170 games he appeared in, recorded 15.5 sacks, nine fumble recoveries with two scores, and seven interceptions. In the past four seasons, Smith and the Cowboys have had three Top-2 finishes in total rushing yards and were ninth in 2015 with Darren McFadden. A daily roundup of all your Dallas Cowboys news from Blogging The Boys, By submitting your email, you agree to our, Blogging The Boys, a Dallas Cowboys fan community, By the numbers: Most memorable Cowboys to ever wear #51-60, Cowboys mock draft (Ver. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. 2023 Dallas Cowboys. 3 biggest draft needs for the Dallas Cowboys ahead of the NFL combine. Drew Pearson, the original 88, was a Pro Football Hall of Fame finalist in January. In turn, some numbers have a strong lineage of great football careers that make it hard to choose and others make you question whether that number needs a winner. The late, great Tom Landry even said of Tony, Our Home Run Hitter. 60-79. Obviously, that wasn't a deterrent for Smith, who will open 2021 as the Cowboys' newest No. He ranks sixth all time on the Cowboys sack leader list with an unofficial 95.5 sacks. That year, Hill had 74 receptions, 1,113 yards, and seven touchdowns, which earned him his third Pro Bowl. Please see our Contributors and Sources page for data source details. 3): Dallas goes corner, receiver in the first couple of rounds. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Analysis: Larry Cole was the first University of Hawaii player drafted to an NFL franchise when he was taken in the 16th round in 1968s Draft. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. He was released on December 7.[12]. 22 are not assigned. FRISCO, Texas Jaylon Smith is getting back to his roots. He continued to excel in track and field, capturing the 1989 Southeastern Conference indoor high jump championship with a jump of 7ft 2in. Finally, in 1971, Lilly was able to reach the pinnacle as the Cowboys beat the Dolphin 24-3 in Super Bowl VI. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). Being left out may have to do with making only three Pro Bowls, although he was also an All-Pro in all three of those seasons. He started every one of his 196 games played and was an All-Pro seven times. Lett returned to the Cowboys as a defensive line assistant in 2011, where hes been ever since. She said she's a fan of both teams and plans to follow them this season. He recorded 177 tackles, four fumble recoveries, two sacks, and two forced fumbles. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. When he was drafted back in 2016, he even noted that the digits of his old number No. Theres somebody else that earned it long ago. John Stone is a sport enthusiast. Frequently Asked Questions about the NFL and Football, Pro-Football-Reference.com Blog and Articles, Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREE. And, while 11 males have taken it on, we're all here to speak about three of them. Gambling problem? On December 1, he was released after he complained about his playing time, following the Redskins 23-20 loss to the St. Louis Rams. Clearly, the number is significant to Smith though its significance in Cowboys' history has also made this a hotly-debated topic. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones stepped in and said he'd fight for Lamb to wear No. Ezekiel Elliott has been rather quiet this offseason, letting his play on the field speak for itself. At the time of his retirement in 1989, his 232 games played in a Cowboys uniform was the franchise record, its since been tied by Bill Bates then surpassed by Jason Witten. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. He also rushed once for 15 yards, completed a pass for 46 yards, and recorded one interception on defense. Analysis: Here comes the one true eyesore when stacked against the rest of this list. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. Pugh played 14 years as a Dallas Cowboy, which ranks him fourth all time and he made 156 starts in 183 total games. Analysis: Super Bowl winning center Mark Stepnoski gets consideration here but Breunig ultimately gets the win for his longevity. Iconic numbers in franchise history, such as Bob Lily' No. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. That glorious day is 80 moons away, so to celebrate were going to crown the Greatest 80 in Dallas Cowboys History. Analysis: How impressive is it that the Cowboys first draft pick ever, at 13th overall, would go on to be one of the greatest of all time? Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. From 1981-1983, Jones was a three-time Pro Bowler, a two-time second-team All-Pro, and first-team All-Pro in 1982. Jordan started 173 of 186 career games and has the franchise record for 743 solo tackles accredited to him. Some are pretty calls, but what about No. Choosing the Cowboys, Jordan paired with Chuck Howley and Dave Edwards to form one of the best linebacker corps in the league. In 2001, he was signed by the Memphis Maniax of the XFL, reuniting with head coach Kippy Brown, who was his wide receivers coach with the University of Tennessee. Analysis: His is a story of triumph and tragedy but there is no more deserving player to ever wear this number in Cowboys history though Lael Collins is doing well with it now. His career really took off in 1992 when he was selected to his first of six Pro Bowls. 1 / 99 1 - Mat McBriar 2 / 99 2 - Lin Elliott 2019 Dallas Cowboys 3 / 99 3 - Eddie Murray 2019 Dallas Cowboys 4 / 99 4 - Dak Prescott In Nortons six years in Dallas, he started 76 of 79 games, recorded 579 tackles, seven sacks, six forced fumbles, six recoveries, and one interception. In three of the 10 seasons, the Cowboys made the playoffs Pearson had 20+ yards per reception. Who was number 40 for the Dallas Cowboys? 9 has been special to Smith for quite some time. 1974 linebackers allowed to wear Nos. Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Pro Football Reference Database. He was inducted to the Hall of Fame in 1994. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. As a junior, he appeared in 11 games, tallying 13 receptions for 246 yards and 2 touchdowns. Wright went to six straight Pro Bowls from 1971-1976, was a three time first-team All-Pro, as well as a three time second-team All-Pro. Thats right, from one to 99, multiple Cowboys have occupied those jersey numbers. Or write about sports? On March 8, 1995, Harper signed a lucrative free agent contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers based on his big play ability and championship experience. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Lilly was so special because even when he was double- or triple-teamed, he found ways to be extremely disruptive and successful. Sign up for the Either way, its great for offseason fodder before we gear up for training camp. In his first start in the fifth game against Washington State University, he set a school single-game record with 12 receptions. Please see our Contributors and Sources page for data source details. Rafferty also was a part of the 1977 World Champion Cowboys. newsletter, If Tyron Smith and Terence Steele return, the Cowboys must decide where to play Tyler Smith, 2023 Cowboys scouting report: SMU WR Rashee Rice, Cowboys shouldnt rely on drafting prowess alone in 2023. His 15 seasons as a Cowboy tied Ed "Too Tall" Jones and Bill Bates for the most in franchise history. But he fell off the team's roster in September and was eventually lost to Seattle during the waiver process. He had troubles keeping the weight off and was almost cut for it but became the Cowboys starting left guard in 1987. Analysis: Theres no doubt who this number belongs to even though Travis Frederick is representing it very well these days. 11 - his college number at Penn State, where he became an All-American. Why does AC Milan have such high numbers? Irvin, who was inducted into the Pro Football Hall . * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). For his part, Cowboys owner/general manager Jerry Jones said during the NFL draft that those are club decisions. Lamb's father, Dee, told ESPN that his daughter chose No. In doing research for this, you find that its fun because of how much of a mixed bag it truly is. Analysis: The Cowboys traded John Niland in 1977 for the 62nd overall pick in the third round which netted Tony Hill to the Cowboys. Given what happened last year, forget the numbers and use your eyes when it comes to Ezekiel Elliott. Dallas is in the playoff picture, but only due to the NFC East being arguably the league's worst division. Lamb, who had been following Jones' career since they were players together more than 30 years ago, said she was honored by his support and that it meant a lot to her that he gave her this opportunity. Analysis: Most folks will remember that Thomas Hollywood Henderson wore this number but hes not the one who wore it best. He was part of the original Doomsday Defense long before the days of Randy White. There are many people who believed then, and still do, that he had more talent than fellow wideout Michael Irvin. A tracker for all Dallas Cowboys visits happening in Indianapolis. Find out more. Training camp in Oxnard and the new NFL Covid protocols in this week's edition of Mick Shots. In his rookie season, Allen took over the right tackle position after incumbent Erik Williams was injured in an automobile accident. Please enter a valid email and try again. Number 52: Dexter Coakley, LB, 1997-2004. newsletter, If Tyron Smith and Terence Steele return, the Cowboys must decide where to play Tyler Smith, 2023 Cowboys scouting report: SMU WR Rashee Rice, Cowboys shouldnt rely on drafting prowess alone in 2023. The Cowboys stayed afloat last year at linebacker, but theyll need a little work to repeat that feat in 2023. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Analysis: There is no debate at 55 as its Jordan every day and twice on Sunday. 9 famously belonged to Tony Romo, who wore it throughout his run as one of the best quarterbacks in franchise history and who retired the year after Smith was drafted. He was inactive for the first two years of his career but he developed into the Cowboys first lineman off the bench and was on the Cowboys final Super Bowl winning team. Cowboys news: The big takeaways from Stephen Jones discussion of the Dallas offseason, Cowboys 2023 offseason guide: Heres what they should do at the linebacker position. Lamb is following in the footsteps of three Cowboys legends who wore the number: Pro Football Hall of Famers Michael Irvin and Drew Pearson, as well as former All-Pro receiver Dez Bryant. The Cowboys were a better team with the All-Pro center Gurode in the lineup. Harper played in Dallas for four years as the Cowboys won Super Bowl XXVII and Super Bowl XXVIII, both against the Buffalo Bills. Smith started 29 of 59 career games in Dallas. Analysis: Coakley was the Cowboys third-round pick in 1997 and came at a time where the Cowboys dynasty of the 90's started to fade. Hill led the Cowboys in receptions and yards in nine straight seasons. He missed the seventh game against the Cincinnati Bengals with a neck injury. Cowboy as hes been referred to, was the very definition of what Tom Landry envisioned his team to be with his relentless competitiveness and true grit. He also had three interceptions and 19 fumble recoveries. Cowboys news: The big takeaways from Stephen Jones discussion of the Dallas offseason, Cowboys 2023 offseason guide: Heres what they should do at the linebacker position. The Cowboys stayed afloat last year at linebacker, but theyll need a little work to repeat that feat in 2023. He is currently working as a sports consultant for the largest sportswear company in America. FRISCO, Texas - Micah Parsons will be the first Cowboys player to benefit from the NFL's new number rules. Andrie would make the Pro Bowl five straight seasons from 1965-1969, was a first-team All-Pro selection, and two-time second-team All-Pro as well. [6] During his two years in Tampa he was slowed by injuries and played in only 25 games, where he caught 65 passes for 922 yards and three touchdowns. He started 137 of 141 games in his 11 seasons with the Cowboys. He also led the Cowboys in sacks from 1968-1972 which was a franchise record until DeMarcus Ware broke it in 2010. Analysis: Now, Zack Martin may be on his way to claiming this number but hes got a ways to go in order to catch up with the most accomplished of Cowboys in this spot. Do you have a blog? Selected in the fourth round (as a DE prospect) in the famed 1975 Dirty Dozen draft, Donovan would switch to offense and go on to start at both tackle spots in 103 games. In the fifth week of 1986, Tuinei (filling in for Randy White) led the defense in tackles, the very next week, he was the starting offensive left tackle against Washington. Gurode was a key part of some really good Cowboys teams that never realized their potential. Fitzgerald stood much taller than most centers of his day at 6 5. Ed Too Tall Jones was just a few inches shy of seven feet and was drafted first overall by the Cowboys in the 1974 NFL Draft. Analysis: Rafferty was selected in the fourth-round to play guard and backup Blaine Nye. I also love chicken parmesan. The Thrill really came into his own in 1979 and, amazingly, 1980. In this series, were rating the greatest, or most memorable, Cowboys of all time at each number available. He played college football at the University of Tennessee. Irvin, who is in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, was the Cowboys' emotional leader during their three-Super Bowl dynasty in the 1990s. Analysis: After the USFL folded in 1986, Newton signed as a free agent with the Cowboys and was often referred to as the Kitchen seeing as he was larger than William Refrigerator Perry. He tragically passed away in 1999 at the age of 39 but he will always be remembered as one of. 3): Dallas goes corner, receiver in the first couple of rounds. A daily roundup of all your Dallas Cowboys news from Blogging The Boys, By submitting your email, you agree to our, Blogging The Boys, a Dallas Cowboys fan community, By the numbers: Most memorable Cowboys to ever wear #71-80, Cowboys mock draft (Ver. He had 4 receptions for 41 yards and no touchdowns in the fifth game against the Detroit Lions. He will never be forgotten and will surely be given the respect he deserves by the Dallas Cowboys and their community. With first-round pick CeeDee Lamb wearing the historic number, let's look at who wore the number before him. Harper was replaced with Robb Thomas in the second half of the sixth game against the Minnesota Vikings and would lose his job as the starter at wide receiver. As a senior, he earned All-Southeastern Conference Freshman First-team honors in 1987, and All-Southeastern Conference first-team honors in 1990. Eugene Lockhart was clearly a bright spot on some of the worst Cowboys teams in history. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. He wore the number in high school and made it famous at Notre Dame as a college star. He was the first induction into the Cowboys Ring of Honor a year after he retired and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1980 on his first-ballot. Number 66: George Andrie, DE, 1962-1972. (Photo by Al Bello/Allsport/Getty Images), Drew Pearson, Dallas Cowboys (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images). Lets not leave out the success he had in the playoffs too. He was the fifth overall pick for the Cowboys in 1966 becoming the franchises first offensive lineman taken that high. He led the Cowboys defense in tackles four of his seven seasons in Dallas. It looks as if Pearson fits the description of a great player that was tier one quality but was being viewed as a second-tier player. White was the second overall pick in 1975s Dirty Dozen draft. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Pro Football Reference Database. While Harpers 1992 NFC Championship play is one of the all-time greats, its not enough to give him the nod as our best 80. Third-year safety Donovan Wilson, who had been wearing No. Or write about sports? newsletter, If Tyron Smith and Terence Steele return, the Cowboys must decide where to play Tyler Smith, 2023 Cowboys scouting report: SMU WR Rashee Rice, Cowboys shouldnt rely on drafting prowess alone in 2023. Jalen Ramsey: Should the Cowboys make a play for the playmaker? [11] His jersey number 80 was used by Ernie Mills, so he chose to wear number 82. Though Tuineis career was nagged by knee injuries, his toughness to play was unmatched. Regardless, he had an unofficial Hall of Fame career. Overall, Tuinei would appear in over 200 games including the postseason, making over 160 starts at left tackle. The following Dallas Cowboys players have all worn the number 88: Antonio Bryant (WR), Dez Bryant (WR), Sonny Davis (LB), and Jackie Harris (TE). And it has an active player who has the potential to be the best when all is said and done. 3): Dallas goes corner, receiver in the first couple of rounds. Third-year safety Donovan Wilson, who had been wearing No. Jordan's #88 has been retired by the franchise. Who was the Dallas quarterback before Troy Aikman? It's been suspected since he was drafted last week that the Cowboys' first-round draft pick would wear No. Thats right, from one to 99, multiple Cowboys have occupied those jersey numbers. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Official Women's Nike On Field x Dallas Cowboys Jersey #4 Dak Prescott White L at the best online prices at eBay! Analysis: Mike Hegman is the winner for this number hands down. The Cowboys have announced their daily practice schedule for training camp later this month in Oxnard, Calif. Were not interested in what these players did in their careers, just how they performed while they were a part of Americas Team. In 12 years, Allen started 170 of 176 games, earned a total of 11 Pro Bowl selections, and six All-Pro selections. The following players have all worn 80 for the Dallas Cowboys: Rod Barksdale, WR Gary Barnes, WR Martellus Bennett, TE Anthony Fasano, TE Lee Folkins, TE Bernard Ford, WR Everett Gay, WR. Finally, in his second to last season, Andrie was able to call himself a Super Bowl champion after the Cowboys defeated the Dolphins 24-3 in Super Bowl VI. Smerek was a career rotational defensive lineman that was often given chances to start but injuries held him back. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. He was the Defensive Player of the Year, a consensus All-Pro, and Super Bowl Co-MVP with Randy White. He probably had the signature play of his career during the NFC Championship against the San Francisco 49ers, catching a slant route for 70 yards, setting up the Cowboys on the 10-yard line and sealing the win. This was in huge part with Pearson playing great, leading the league in yards and yards per game. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. On October 14, 1999, he was signed by the Dallas Cowboys, to provide depth after Michael Irvin suffered a career-ending neck injury in the fourth game against the Philadelphia Eagles. 90-99 in addition to 50-59 Do you have a sports website? Cole started 134 of 176 career games, hes unofficially credited by the Cowboys with 60 career sacks as they werent an official statistic until 1982. Who were the best, or most memorable, Cowboys of all time by the numbers that they wore from one to 99? Do you have a blog? Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. Harper was a backup wide receiver and only posted one reception for 8 yards.[13]. Who were the best, or most memorable, Cowboys of all time by the numbers that they wore from one to 99? Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? 2023 NFL combine: Dallas Cowboys tracker for formal and informal visits. 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