20 Legendary Dallas Cowboys Trivia and Answers
1In what year was the city of Dallas granted an NFL expansion franchise?
2Who was the Dallas Cowboys' first-ever draft pick?
3Which team did the Cowboys tie to prevent a winless season in their inaugural year of 1960?
4Who was the first head coach of the Dallas Cowboys?
5Which Dallas Cowboys player was nicknamed "Moose"?
6How many Super Bowl titles have the Dallas Cowboys won?
7Who was the MVP of Super Bowl XXX?
8Which player holds the record for the most rushing yards in Dallas Cowboys history?
9In which Super Bowl did the Cowboys hold their opponent to no touchdowns, setting a record?
10Who was the first Dallas Cowboys player inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame?
11Which Dallas Cowboys player broke Walter Payton's all-time rushing record in 2002?
12What is the name of the Dallas Cowboys' home stadium?
13Who was the Cowboys' starting quarterback during their Super Bowl victories in the 1990s?
14Which Dallas Cowboys player was known for his signature "sack dance"?
15Who was the first Dallas Cowboys head coach to lead the team to a Super Bowl victory?
16Which Dallas Cowboys player was the first to win the NFL MVP award?
17What is the Dallas Cowboys' mascot's name?
18Which Dallas Cowboys player was known as "Mr. Cowboy"?
19Who was the first Dallas Cowboys player to rush for over 1,000 yards in a season?
20Which Dallas Cowboys player was known for wearing a cowboy hat on the sidelines?
Answer Key
- 1. 1960The city of Dallas, Texas, was awarded an NFL expansion franchise on January 28, 1960.
- 2. Bob LillyBob Lilly was Dallas' first-ever draft pick in the 1961 NFL Draft, becoming one of the greatest defensive linemen in history.
- 3. New York GiantsIn their inaugural 1960 season, the Cowboys finished 0–11–1, with their only non-loss being a tie against the New York Giants.
- 4. Tom LandryTom Landry served as the first head coach of the Dallas Cowboys from 1960 to 1988, winning two Super Bowls.
- 5. Daryl JohnstonFullback Daryl "Moose" Johnston was one of the best blocking fullbacks in NFL history, playing from 1989 to 1999.
- 6. FiveThe Cowboys have won five Super Bowls: VI (1972), XII (1978), XXVII (1993), XXVIII (1994), and XXX (1996).
- 7. Larry BrownCornerback Larry Brown was named Super Bowl XXX MVP after making two key interceptions against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
- 8. Emmitt SmithEmmitt Smith is the all-time leading rusher for the Cowboys and the NFL, finishing with 18,355 rushing yards.
- 9. Super Bowl VIThe Cowboys defeated the Miami Dolphins 24–3 in Super Bowl VI, holding them without a touchdown.
- 10. Bob LillyBob Lilly, the Cowboys’ first-ever draft pick, was also the first Cowboys player inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1980.
- 11. Emmitt SmithOn October 27, 2002, Emmitt Smith surpassed Walter Payton’s all-time rushing record to become the NFL's leading rusher.
- 12. AT&T StadiumThe Dallas Cowboys play their home games at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, which opened in 2009.
- 13. Troy AikmanTroy Aikman led the Cowboys as starting quarterback during Super Bowl wins in 1993, 1994, and 1996.
- 14. Harvey MartinDefensive end Harvey Martin was famous for his "sack dance" after tackling opposing quarterbacks.
- 15. Tom LandryTom Landry coached the Cowboys to their first Super Bowl win in Super Bowl VI (1972), defeating the Dolphins 24–3.
- 16. Emmitt SmithRunning back Emmitt Smith won the NFL MVP award in 1993, leading the league in rushing.
- 17. RowdyThe official mascot of the Dallas Cowboys is named Rowdy, introduced in 1996.
- 18. Bob LillyBob Lilly earned the nickname "Mr. Cowboy" due to his legendary status as a cornerstone of the team’s defense.
- 19. Don PerkinsRunning back Don Perkins became the first Cowboys player to surpass 1,000 rushing yards in 1966.
- 20. Tom LandryHead coach Tom Landry was often seen wearing his iconic fedora hat, making it one of the most recognizable images in NFL history.
