[1st] Most Passes Intercepted, Career - 141
Daryl Peter "Moose" Johnston (born February 10, 1966) is a former fullback in the National Football League (NFL) for the Dallas Cowboys.He played college football at Syracuse University.He was the General Manager of the San Antonio Commanders of the Alliance of American Football in 2019, the Director of Player Personnel for the Dallas Renegades in 2020, and currently serves as the Executive . Super Bowls
Chantz Martin is a sports writer for Fox News Digital. You've always given more than you've gotten, yet I don't think you'd have it any other way. Quarterback Troy Aikman finished his collegiate career as the third rated passer in NCAA history. For most, that's probably true, but not for me. With 90 wins in the 1990s, Aikman became the winningest starting quarterback of any decade in NFL history at the time of his retirement. Position: Quarterback. Golf game hasn't gotten any better. I'm so grateful to the NFL, to the Cowboys, to my teammates, and to my coaches, for helping me get here. For most, that's probably true, but not for me. Aikman made the. A few weeks later, we had the chance to go out in the field for the first time. Troy Aikman (@TroyAikman) August 5, 2018 Aikman, who is an NFL analyst for FOX Sports showed the greatest respect for Kramer as he told him he would have loved to have him as a teammate. Aikman did not place all the blame on Ryan for the turnover and admitted that wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. should not have stopped running his route on the play. Didn't take long to see that Jimmy was unique, and it wasn't just because of his hair. I was always proud to have him as well as Jeff Moorehead represent me during contract negotiations. It's a great honor and thrill to present to the Hall of Fame, Dallas quarterback, No. A couple years ago during an interview, I was asked, if I got to coach one game, who would I choose as my starting quarterback. Troy had the ability to make the play when it mattered the most. Although it wasn't one that allowed me to put up big numbers, that was fine. I was able to live a dream. Troy hit him right between the numbers. Norv Turner (presenter):
John Madden coached the game the same way. An All-America at UCLA, Aikman joined the Dallas Cowboys as the first overall pick in the 1989 NFL Draft. I know it's hot. My intensity on the field was a reflection of you and your impact on my athletic career was greater than you'll ever know. You taught me about discipline, toughness, and life's most important lesson: To never quit. Fox then cut to an emotional Troy Aikman, the coach's Hall of Fame quarterback in Dallas, who was on the call in Green Bay. All he wants is for each player to give all he has all the time. As talented as all of these players were, however, they were even better teammates. Jimmy's boldness set the tone for a young group of players who didn't know much about winning but were eager to learn. So many other coaches are responsible for my development as a player. Market data provided by Factset. I wouldn't be here without you. [3rd] Most Consecutive Passes Attempted, None Intercepted - 88 (1994-96)
I always took great pride in being a part of the triplets with Michael and Emmitt. I really felt was Troy's drive, along with coach Jimmy Johnson's leadership, that had accounted for that worst to first you just saw on the screen. Michael Irvin, whose work ethic was second to none, was one of the most special teammates I've ever had the opportunity to play with. I owe so much of my success to UCLA and to my head coach there at the time, Terry Donahue. Super Bowl XXVII- Dallas Cowboys 52, Buffalo Bills 17
I really felt was Troy's drive, along with coach Jimmy Johnson's leadership, that had accounted for that worst to first you just saw on the screen. Date of Birth: Nov 21, 1966. Thank you for the hospitality and thank you for the courtesy you've shown me and my family. We could have given it to Emmitt?". The first is Leigh Steinberg. With their high-powered offense and stingy defense, the 13-3 Cowboys swept through the 1992 NFL playoffs, scoring a combined total of 116 points in three games including a 52-17 victory over the Buffalo Bills in Super Bowl XXVII. 
StubHub Ticket Market Place. As I moved on to junior high and high school ball in Henrietta, Oklahoma, with the Henrietta Hens that's right, our mascot was the Hens, Fighting Hens as if maybe that instilled a little bit of doubt in our opponents' minds. I remember it like it was yesterday, the first time I met Troy Aikman. He meant that much to my career and to the Dallas Cowboys. What struck me most about Jimmy was his fearlessness. Norv was my coach for three years. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Jimmy insisted on it. I was also lucky to grow up with two terrific sisters, at least most of the time (smiling). [1st] Highest Passer Rating, Rookie Season - 55.7 (1989)
It wouldn't have happened without the help of a lot of great coaches. As a quarterback, the player who more than any other is ultimately judged on his ability to win, I couldn't have asked for anything more from an owner. He knew the things he had to do to give his team the best chance to win. This was a proud day for Cowboys fans as Aikman had been a part of the team that restored glory to the franchise. troy aikman hall of fame speechfrankie ryan city on a hill dead. My father, Ken, taught me early on that through hard work I could achieve anything I wanted in life. [Tied for 3rd] Most Games, 300 or More Yards Passing, Career - 4
I did what was asked to help the team win. Of all those years, Norv and I were together for only three. He completed 22 of 30 passes for 273 yards and four touchdowns. Super Bowl XXVII MVP, Elected to Pro Football Hall of Fame: February 4, 2006, Enshrined into Pro Football Hall of Fame: August 5,2006
Jimmy was the right coach at the right time for the Dallas Cowboys, and I'm grateful to have been given the opportunity to play for him. Hall of Famer Troy Aikman breaks down why Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers shouldn't be taken lightly against his Dallas Cowboys This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, [Tied for 1st] Most Consecutive Games, Four or More Touchdowns Passes - 1 (at Washington, Sept. 12, 1999)
[1st] Lowest Percentage Passes Intercepted, Rookie Season - 6.14 (1989)
Irvin, Novacek, and Harper, each had more than 100 yards receiving. "Why did they throw the ball in that situation? [Tied for 1st] Most Times Sacked, Game - 11 (vs. Philadelphia, Sept. 15, 1991)
[1st] Highest Passing Attempts/Sack Ratio, Career - 19.2
[1st] Most Passing Attempts, Career - 4,715
Troy was driven to be the best, and he expected the same from everyone around him. [1st] Most Pass Completions, Rookie Season - 155 (1989)
When I look back at my football career and the championship seasons, I think of all my teammates from Henrietta to UCLA to Dallas that shared in all those moments. Irvin, Novacek, and Harper, each had more than 100 yards receiving. I thank both of you for all the support and love you've shown me through the years. When defenses focused on Irvin and/or Smith, Aikman would find tight end Jay Novacek or wide receiver Alvin Harper. I wouldn't be here without you. I feel privileged to present Troy today. As I moved on to junior high and high school ball in Henrietta, Oklahoma, with the Henrietta Hens that's right, our mascot was the Hens, Fighting Hens as if maybe that instilled a little bit of doubt in our opponents' minds. It makes me proud to be in their company today. Ernie Zampese, my offensive coordinator in Dallas for four years, including when we won Super Bowl XXX. As talented as all of these players were, however, they were even better teammates. I look forward to future years when he'll be joined by his great coach Jimmy Johnson, his teammates Michael Irvin, Emmitt Smith, Larry Allen and hopefully others. [2nd] Most Passing Attempts, Game - 53 (at Cincinnati, Dec. 14, 1997)
My wife, Rhonda, is my best friend. In an era of super egos, he never let his get in the way of winning. I was also fortunate to have played for a franchise whose owner was as committed to winning as anybody on the field. It wouldn't have happened without the help of a lot of great coaches. He was standing in a meeting room. When defenses focused on Irvin and/or Smith, Aikman would find tight end Jay Novacek or wide receiver Alvin Harper. He still ranks as the fourth highest rated passer in NCAA history. Troy is one of the most unselfish players to have played. The many friendships in my life are what made me feel every single day like I'm the luckiest guy in the world, and I thank all of you for being here today. But my greatest blessings in life have been my family and friends. Troy had the ability to make the play when it mattered the most. As a quarterback, the player who more than any other is ultimately judged on his ability to win, I couldn't have asked for anything more from an owner. Jimmy Johnson and I arrived in Dallas the same year, 1989, both fresh from college, both eager to prove ourselves. Thank you, Norv. [1st] Most Passing Attempts, No Interceptions, Game - 34 (at San Francisco, Jan. 17, 1993)
[1st] Most Pass Completions, Game - 34 (at N.Y. Giants, Oct. 5, 1997; vs. Minnesota, Nov. 26, 1998)
Troy came to that huddle with those big blue eyes and he looked up and he said, Hey, I'm coming to you no matter what. Uniform Number: 8. But I feel more privileged to have been his close friend throughout the years. Norv was right. [1st] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Game - 76.67 (vs. Green Bay, Jan. 8, 1995)
I enjoyed the best seat in the house as I watched Emmitt Smith run his way to the NFL's all time rushing record. In an era of super egos, he never let his get in the way of winning. Coach Donahue represented UCLA with class and integrity and was a great example for the young men that he coached. He had been slammed to the turf at the Vet by Clyde Simmons. Alvin ran down the field inside the ten, and took Troy, himself, and the rest of the Cowboys right to the Super Bowl. He also rushed three times for 28 yards and recovered his own fumble. Fox News U.S. His career statistics include 32,942 yards and 165 touchdowns for a passer rating of 81.6. Thank you, Norv. 8's first eight. I didn't seek it, and yet I'm here. During the broadcast, the Hall of Famer described the Colts' offense as "pretty dreadful.". On Thursday night, however, the FOX Sports announcer was left lost for words after he found out. Over the next three seasons, the Cowboys enjoyed three consecutive 12-4 records and victories in Super Bowls XXVIII and XXX. [2nd] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Game - 85.7 (at Atlanta, Dec. 21, 1992)
Joe has been a great friend to me and my family for many years. He was standing in a meeting room. [1st] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Career - 61.5
Mario Orasco, Rod Davis, Manny DeSalvo taught me the fundamentals of the game and what it meant to be a good sport. You taught me about discipline, toughness, and life's most important lesson: To never quit. I enjoyed the best seat in the house as I watched Emmitt Smith run his way to the NFL's all time rushing record. Mom, you're an amazing woman. A lot of kids want that, but very few actually get the chance. If you look at his greatest games, they came against the best teams and they came in the playoffs. Anyway, Bill Holt in Henrietta taught me about the sacrifices that must be made to excel. It's no wonder we enjoyed so much success in the '90s considering all the talent we had. Sometimes that meant passing the ball, sometimes it meant handing it off. That decision would turn around my career. In 1999, he was inducted into the UCLA Sports Hall of Fame. Aikman started the game at quarterback. I'm also honored to have Norv Turner here today as my presenter. He didn't laugh. [Tied for 2nd] Most Consecutive Passes Completed - 8 (SB XXVII, vs. Buffalo)
Alvin Harper ran a slant. I played professional football. A few weeks later, we had the chance to go out in the field for the first time. Another one of Troy's real strengths was his ability to bring out the best in everyone around him. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. Yet it's our friendship that is most special because it has endured long after he stopped coaching me in Dallas. [1st] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Season - 69.1 (1993)
What fans saw on Sundays, his teammates saw every day of the week. Super Bowls were more important than statistics. In 1990, Aikman completed 226 of 399 passes for 2,579 yards and 11 touchdowns - the team finished 7-9. I, too, am saddened by the absence of Reggie White, an amazing player and even better man who left us far too soon. Passing Touchdown Leader: 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 1997 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year
I think Reggie got in on that one also. I further explained my answer. Aikman's 22 of 30 for 273 yards passing and four touchdowns earned him Super Bowl MVP honors. [1st] Most Consecutive Passes Attempted, None Intercepted - 111 (1991-93)
She inspires me daily in ways that no one ever has before. I know it's been a long day. [1st] Most Touchdowns Passing, Game, Rookie - 4 (vs. L.A. Rams, Dec. 3, 1989)
Although it wasn't one that allowed me to put up big numbers, that was fine. Aikman, wide receiver Michael Irvin, and running back Emmitt Smith delivered an offensive attack that opponents found nearly impossible to contain. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. As talented as all of these players were, however, they were even better teammates. [3rd] Most Pass Completions, Game - 28 (vs. Green Bay, Jan. 16, 1994)
Transcript: Read Kurt Warner's Hall of Fame speech The Gazette Aug. 6, 2017 7:00 am Editor's note: Cedar Rapids native Kurt Warner was enshrined into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. [1st] Most Passing Yards Gained, Career - 32,942
Was one of the best offensive minds and greatest people that this game has ever known. Some coaches play not to lose. I said, because I want to win. Mark, thank you for the commitment and support over the last 17 years. We could have given it to Emmitt?". He knew the things he had to do to give his team the best chance to win. Anyway, Bill Holt in Henrietta taught me about the sacrifices that must be made to excel. Rick Enis, Danny Spurlock, Ken Lackey, Steve Axman, Rick Neuheisel, Jerry Rhome, Hudson Houck, Joe Avazzano. Alvin Harper ran a slant. I am humbled to be welcomed to the Pro Football Hall of Fame and I thank you. Norv was right. [1st] Longest Pass Completion - 94 (to Alvin Harper, vs. Green Bay, Jan. 8, 1995, TD)
Few have had the great release, the unbelievable arm strength, and incredible accuracy of Troy Aikman. The best example to me was in the '92 championship game, with four minutes left in the game. Golf game hasn't gotten any better. I look forward to many return trips to the Canton area in the future years. We had a good system in Dallas. Cowboys running back Emmitt Smith became the NFL's all-time leading rusher on Oct. 27, 2002, an accomplishment he sought as a teenager in Pensacola, Fla . Since that time I've not met a finer, more trustworthy person. As I look at the men on this stage behind me, I think about the many great moments that they helped produce. It's an honor to be a member of a Hall of Fame induction class that includes five men for whom I have such admiration and respect. You know what I'm talking about. If that's true, I'm in great standing today. [2nd] Lowest Percentage Passes Intercepted, Season - 1.59 (1998)
Although he showed great promise and threw for a rookie-record 379 yards in a game against the Phoenix Cardinals, the team finished 1-15. Birthplace: West Covina, California. Fox News Flash top sports headlines for November 29. Years: 1984-1985, 1987-1988. Yet it's our friendship that is most special because it has endured long after he stopped coaching me in Dallas. Sometimes we have to remind ourselves that these are the jobs we've always dreamed of having. For most, that's probably true, but not for me. Jimmy Johnson and I arrived in Dallas the same year, 1989, both fresh from college, both eager to prove ourselves. Few have had the great release, the unbelievable arm strength, and incredible accuracy of Troy Aikman. Your friendship and support means so much to me as it did throughout my career. Of all those years, Norv and I were together for only three. Enter and space open menus and escape closes them as well. "I have a real hard time classifying anything as my biggest moment, my favorite color or whatever. He knew the things he had to do to give his team the best chance to win. Reggie, Warren, Harry, Rayfield, and John represented the game with class, just as Lesley Visser, the first female recipient of the Pete Rozelle Award, brought respect and professionalism to the field of journalism for her work in print and broadcasting. [1st] Most Passing Attempts, No Interceptions, Game - 34 (at San Francisco, Jan. 17, 1993)
[Tied for 1st] Most Passes Intercepted, Game - 5 (at N.Y. Giants, Oct. 15, 2000)
video. Mark Tuinei, Nate Newton, Mark Stepnoski, John Gesek, Eric Williams, Larry Allen, and Kevin Gogan. In addition to great coaching and ownership, I had the pleasure with playing with a very gifted and special group of players. But it was really a very easy question for me to answer. Didn't take long to see that Jimmy was unique, and it wasn't just because of his hair. At a time when coaches are guarded about getting too close to their players, Norv proved you could be both a great coach and a great friend. Troy Kenneth Aikman (born November 21, 1966) is an American former football quarterback who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 12 seasons with the Dallas Cowboys. That's what he was about then, and still is to this day. I did what was asked to help the team win. Michael Irvin, whose work ethic was second to none, was one of the most special teammates I've ever had the opportunity to play with. Rick Enis, Danny Spurlock, Ken Lackey, Steve Axman, Rick Neuheisel, Jerry Rhome, Hudson Houck, Joe Avazzano. I told him, I've never seen anything like it. There were so many other special players that I had a chance to play with, guys such as Jay Novacek, the irreplaceable and unsung hero of our franchise, Daryl "Moose" Johnston, the blue collar guy who I'm not ashamed to say was better at his job than any other player on the team was theirs, including myself. It's said you're judged by the company you keep. That season also marked the end of Dallas' odyssey from worst to first. It's fitting that he's the first of that group to enter the Hall of Fame. Troy was driven to be the best, and he expected the same from everyone around him. They all made significant contributions to their teams, and that's why they're here. Whew, let me tell you. He'd say this when times were tough, maybe we'd lost a close game, I'd thrown the deciding interception or the grind and the rigors of the season were beginning to take their toll on me. Troy hit him right between the numbers. With Troy, you didn't have those "if's" and "why's." [Tied for 2nd] Most Consecutive Completions, Game - 10 (SB XXX, vs. Pittsburgh)
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