Legendary Dallas Cowboys Trivia and Answers
In the realm of Legendary Dallas Cowboys Trivia, exploring these iconic stories is akin to uncovering hidden treasures from the past. Each question is a map, guiding us through the annals of football history while revealing a saga wrapped in glory. With every flip of a page, we dive deeper into the world of the Dallas Cowboys, where legends were born and tales were made on the hallowed grounds of the gridiron. Buckle up as we embark on a journey through this treasure trove of iconic moments, reliving the heart-stopping games, and basking in the legacy of stars that brightened the football universe.
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1980s Dallas Cowboys Legends
Who was the legendary Cowboys head coach who led the team to Super Bowl victories in the ’70s?
Tom Landry
Which ’80s Dallas Cowboys player is known for his famous ‘Hail Mary’ pass?
Roger Staubach
Who was the defensive star, known as “Captain Comeback,” during the 1980s?
Danny White
What year did the Dallas Cowboys win their first Super Bowl under Coach Jimmy Johnson?
1992
Which Dallas Cowboys wide receiver was known for his magnificent catching ability in the ’80s?
Drew Pearson
Dallas Cowboys Super Bowl Classics
How many Super Bowls have the Dallas Cowboys won as of 2023?
Five
Which Super Bowl did the Cowboys achieve a record-breaking victory with 52 points?
Super Bowl XXVII
Who was the MVP of Super Bowl XXX for the Dallas Cowboys?
Larry Brown
Which legendary running back rushed for 204 yards in a single Super Bowl?
Emmitt Smith
What was the Cowboys’ first Super Bowl-winning season?
1971
Dallas Cowboys & Record Breaking Moments
Who holds the record for most career rushing touchdowns as a Dallas Cowboy?
Emmitt Smith
Which Cowboys quarterback has the most passing yards in franchise history?
Tony Romo
Who was the first player to score five touchdowns in a single NFL game for the Cowboys?
Bob Hayes
What is the longest winning streak in a single season for the Dallas Cowboys?
11 games
Which former Cowboys player was nicknamed “The Playmaker”?
Michael Irvin
Dallas Cowboys Greatest Coaches
Besides Tom Landry, who is another head coach that won multiple Super Bowls with the Cowboys?
Jimmy Johnson
Who coached the Cowboys to a Super Bowl victory in the late ’90s after Jimmy Johnson?
Barry Switzer
Which former Dallas Cowboys coach was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2020?
Jimmy Johnson
Name the Cowboys coach who was renowned for innovating the flex defense system.
Tom Landry
Who was the Cowboys coach during their first playoff appearance in 1966?
Tom Landry
Dallas Cowboys Iconic Rivalries
Which team is considered one of the Dallas Cowboys’ greatest rivals, particularly in the NFC East?
Washington Commanders (formerly Redskins)
Against which team did the Cowboys play the “Ice Bowl” game?
Green Bay Packers
Which team did the Cowboys defeat in their first-ever game with the Philadelphia Eagles in 1960?
Cowboys tied with Eagles, 1st meeting 1960
Who caught the game-winning touchdown against the 49ers in the 1981 NFC Championship Game?
Dwight Clark (Note: Famous play dubbed “The Catch” leads to SF win)
Which team did the Cowboys face for their first home game at AT&T Stadium in 2009?
New York Giants
Dallas Cowboys’ Unforgettable Plays
What nickname did Tony Dorsett earn after his 99-yard touchdown run?
No nickname, 99-yard run was a record
Which Dallas Cowboys player made the game-winning catch in the famous “Hail Mary” pass?
Drew Pearson
Who intercepted the ball and returned it 96 yards for a touchdown in a playoff game against the Packers?
George Teague
Name the Dallas Cowboys player who executed the “Butt Fumble” recovery for a touchdown.
Wilber Marshall (Note: “Butt Fumble” refers to an event involving the Jets)
Which player blocked a punt that led to a safety in Super Bowl XII?
Thomas “Hollywood” Henderson
Star Players of Dallas Cowboys
Who is the all-time leading receiver in Dallas Cowboys history?
Jason Witten
Which Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback led the Cowboys during the 1970s?
Roger Staubach
Name the Dallas Cowboys player known as the “Doomsday Defense” cornerstone.
Bob Lilly
Which player was known for his nickname “Mr. Cowboy”?
Bob Lilly
Who was the first Dallas Cowboys player to be selected for the Pro Bowl?
Don Meredith
Dallas Cowboys Infamous Trades and Drafts
Which player was involved in the famous Herschel Walker trade in 1989?
Herschel Walker
What year did the Cowboys draft wide receiver Michael Irvin?
1988
Which quarterback was traded from the Cowboys to the Minnesota Vikings in 1971?
Norm Snead
Who was the first overall pick by the Cowboys in the 1989 NFL Draft?
Troy Aikman
Which legendary coach was controversially fired in 1989 after a series of losing seasons?
Tom Landry (replaced by Jerry Jones hiring Jimmy Johnson)
Dallas Cowboys & Their Hall of Famers
In what year was Troy Aikman inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame?
2006
Which Hall of Fame running back spent his entire career with the Dallas Cowboys from 1965 to 1972?
Don Perkins
How many Dallas Cowboys players were inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2021?
Two (Drew Pearson and Cliff Harris)
Name the legendary defensive tackle inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1980.
Bob Lilly
Which Dallas Cowboys linebacker was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2019?
Gil Brandt
Dallas Cowboys’ Memorable Quotes
Who famously said, “I’ve never seen a fat cheerleader”?
Harvey Martin
Which team owner once declared, “I could have built a bigger stadium”?
Jerry Jones
Who famously quipped, “There’s an old saying in Tennessee…”?
Jerry Jones (paraphrasing George W. Bush)
Who said, “If you ain’t fired up for the Cowboys, you ain’t raiseable”?
Jimmy Johnson
Who uttered the legendary line, “America’s Team forever”?
Multiple references, tied to Cowboys’ ‘America’s Team’ branding
And there you have it, a journey through Legendary Dallas Cowboys Trivia, where each question and answer unravel the tapestry of one of America’s most beloved football teams. Whether you’re a seasoned fan or a newcomer to the sport, the Dallas Cowboys’ legacy continues to inspire and captivate with every play and historic moment.
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