Cowboys Celebrate Staubach, Pearson with Hail Mary Homecoming Tribute
The Dallas Cowboys held a festive homecoming celebration at AT&T Stadium in Arlington prior to their game against the Washington Commanders. The event was notable not only for its competitive atmosphere but also for honoring several past legends and cheerleaders of the team.
Cowboys Legends Honored
50th Anniversary Celebration
The highlight of the tribute was the 50th anniversary of the iconic Hail Mary pass completed by Roger Staubach to Drew Pearson during the 1975 playoffs against the Minnesota Vikings. This monumental play remains one of the most celebrated moments in NFL history.
List of Honorees
Various former players were recognized during the homecoming event. Below is a comprehensive list of those honored:
- Dan Bailey
- Bob Breunig
- Glenn Carano
- Brandon Carr
- Tony Casillas
- Barry Church
- Doug Cosbie
- Keith Davis
- Tony Dorsett
- Billy Joe Dupree
- John Fitzgerald
- Doug Free
- Kenny Gant
- Charles Haley
- Cliff Harris
- Jason Hatcher
- Bradie James
- Jim Jeffcoat
- Ed Jones
- Leon Lett
- Joe Looney
- Mat McBriar
- Michael Myers
- Timmy Newsome
- Nate Newton
- Dat Nguyen
- Jay Novacek
- Drew Pearson
- Preston Pearson
- Mel Renfro
- Mike Saxon
- Emmitt Smith
- Kevin Smith
- Anthony Spencer
- Roger Staubach
- Tony Tolbert
- Leighton Vander Esch
- Mark Washington
- Charlie Williams
- Darren Woodson
Community Engagement
The presence of these legends highlights the Cowboys’ connection to their history and fan base, reinforcing the team’s enduring legacy. The celebration was not just a retrospective but also a way to engage current fans, underlining the team’s iconic moments.
