Jason Witten is the all-time leading receiver for the Dallas Cowboys. The ten-time pro bowler has had more catches in a season than any tight end in NFL history. While his accomplishments on the field are breathtaking, the most amazing thing about Jason involves a story seldom told. A story of abuse... a story of perseverance... and above all, a story of redemption.
The ascendency of Jason Garrett to the position of head coach of the Dallas Cowboys can be seen as the fulfillment of the dreams and life pursuits of his father Jim Garrett whose passionate approach to football and life resonates in his son’s inspirational coaching style which has greatly impacted the lives of his players and fortune of America’s Team.
Football is a strange and powerful game. Every year fates are forever changed through the twists and turns of life in the National Football League. Some men will be legends... and some, forgotten. On August 4th, 2004, the Dallas Cowboys made a monumental decision that would change the face of the franchise, and the lives of two men. The rest, as they say, is history.
Dallas Cowboys Productions and Pepsi present another installment of their groundbreaking documentary series 'Deep Blue' with the story of one week in 2010 that changed the course of the Cowboys forever.
Hall of Famer Michael Irvin, Ring of Honor member, Drew Pearson and Pro Bowl Wide receiver Dez Bryant sit down for a once in a lifetime conversation about the pressures and expectations of playing for America’s Team and dawning the number 88 on their jersey.
Larry Allen began his life beneath the darkest shadows of the City of Angels, in Compton, California…Where his struggle to survive was surpassed only by his will to excel. From Compton to Canton documents the peaks and valleys of Larry’s journey from the depths of despair, to the most elite fraternity in all of sports.
In 1960, the National Football League’s newest franchise, the Cowboys, the first located in America’s south, brought together a collection of men, both black and white, who wore the star. Who stood, perhaps unknowingly, at the forefront of change. Their single purpose? To win. But that drive, that focused commitment, also helped to bring about a cultural shift. One that affected not only the city of Dallas, but the entire country as well.
Even today, the Dallas defense of the late 1970s remains unmatched in Cowboys history. With stars like Randy White, Harvey Martin, Cliff Harris and “Hollywood” Henderson, the unit not only dominated the NFL to win the title in 1977, but also led the team to three Super Bowls in four years. In an era of fast times and high fun, the Cowboys ruled the city, enjoying their success both on the field and off. No one was bigger. No one was better. This was Doomsday II, the dawn of America’s Team.
Handling adversity is oftentimes what defines a person. And no one has as much practice as Leon Lett. From overcoming tragedy as a teenager to infamous on-field bloopers that turned him into a celebrity for the wrong reasons, Lett overcame the odds – in more ways than one – to turn his life and career around in a way that has kept him around one of his greatest passions – the sport of football.
The Dallas Cowboys were the team of the 90s, but in 1998 a single decision triggered a series of events that would lead to a decade of disappointment for America's Team. As each domino fell, the Cowboys' efforts to control their destiny proved powerless against the inescapable forces of fate.
After three straight 5-11 seasons – the worst stretch of Dallas Cowboys football since the 1960s – Jerry Jones made a bold move to reel in a big fish. Bill Parcells, two-time Super Bowl championship coach with the New York Giants, left the TV studio in 2003 for his latest reclamation project: America’s Team. The result was a Cinderella playoff season, a major culture change and an unlikely partnership between two powerful personalities.
In arguably the most important regular-season game of this era, Emmitt Smith dismissed pain en route to a dynasty, giving the Giants “The Cold Shoulder.
Faced with too many obstacles to count, Tyrone Crawford has overcome them all, dodging stereotypes, disabilities and a near-death experience, leaving him constantly “On The Edge.”
Twenty-five years ago, college coaching legend Barry Switzer took a phone call on his couch in Norman, Oklahoma that would change his life — and the Dallas Cowboys — forever.
From humble beginnings to a jacket of gold, Jerry Jones embarked on a journey that would re-define his life, his league and his legacy. Share the heartache, relive the glory and feel the passion of the man behind the star.
Long before “Mooooose” calls were a staple in every NFL city, Daryl Johnston found a work ethic and determination to succeed that came from his upbringing in the blue-collar town of Youngstown, N.Y.
The Cowboys drafted Roy Williams to be a game-changer. As it turned out, the lights-out, hard-hitting safety changed the game in more ways than one.
In order to know Dak Prescott, you need to know where he came from. The Dallas Cowboys present an exclusive documentary taking you behind the scenes at Dak's journey from Starkville, Mississippi to America's Team.
One Catch – The Struggle and Redemption of Percy Howard"
Cowboys offensive lineman Connor Williams has been able to overcome adversity throughout his life. From being bullied as a child, to fighting to become an NFL starter, to now battling back from injury, he continues to persevere
The success is undeniable, the popularity unequaled. Today, the Dallas Cowboys are one of the world's most celebrated sports franchises. But it all began simply as the unlikely dream of one determined man.
Drew Pearson is known for one of the greatest plays in NFL history. Yet, there is more to the man than just one iconic moment. With the support of his family, the original No. 88 has overcome heartbreak, tragedy and rejection on his way to earning football immortality.
From humble beginnings in the Maryvale neighborhood of West Phoenix, to a humiliating start to college life, to a troubled best friend he couldn't leave behind, Cowboys legend Darren Woodson's life is defined by loyalty and perseverance. With untold stories of his Ring of Honor career in Dallas, "Safe & Sound" provides a deeper look into what made Woodson one of the toughest, most underrated players of the Cowboys' 1990s dynasty.
Jerry Jones has a phone pressed to one ear. He's also talking to Stephen Jones, who sits next to him, the head coach and a room full of scouts. Another phone is ringing and multiple TVs are on as the NFL world waits for the Cowboys to make a move. Conversations are being had simultaneously about scenarios, grades and endless possibilities. Meanwhile, the seconds are ticking down as the team prepares to make another vital decision that will affect the organization's future. This is life in the War Room. We've peeled back the curtain to take you inside the Cowboys' draft-day process with behind-the-scenes footage and stories that have never been told before.
No player in professional sports has traveled the path of Jesse Holley. Never before or since has a player made an NFL roster from a reality TV show. But what few people know was how a treacherous upbringing that included a world of drugs and violence would prepare him for the toughest of obstacles. And when his opportunity presented itself, Holley was ready to strike, allowing him to turn his wildest dreams into his own reality.
“Mind Games,” explores the importance of mental health in sports as current and former Cowboys use their platform to share their stories and inspire others.
Everson Walls and Trevon Diggs had completely different paths, but they've ended up in the same place – the record books. Deep Blue's "24/7 Coverage" tells the journey of two players forever linked in history.
Through hard work, confidence & dedication... a dynasty was born.
Fifty years after his final season, Chuck Howley earned his rightful place in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. A story of unparalleled talent, of perseverance and determination, and of greatness long overlooked, West Virginia's own overcame a career threatening injury to help lead the Dallas Cowboys and their vaunted Doomsday Defense to a championship … while also securing his legacy as an NFL immortal.
1986 was a tumultuous season for the Dallas Cowboys, but nothing could have prepared them for a December death threat on Monday Night football. "Close to the Vest" details the chilling story of legendary Cowboys coach Tom Landry's near encounter with a sniper, and how a former FBI agent changed the course of security in the NFL.
Entering the 2005 NFL Draft, the Cowboys had a simple goal – improve the defense. What happened instead was a culture-changing class full of leaders, gladiators and over time, brothers. Headlined by Hall of Famer DeMarcus Ware, with Marcus Spears, Jay Ratliff, Marion Barber and Chris Canty.
The NFL Draft has become one of the most intriguing events in all of sports. But what happens behind the scenes in the War Room?
As we kick off our 10th season of the documentary series "Deep Blue," we highlighted some of the top moments of the previous nine seasons, including behind-the-scenes from drafting Emmitt Smith to more serious matters of mental health, bullying and even a few scary moments from the game. Re-live it all as we recap a Decade of Deep Blue.
Bullet Bob Hayes was a star. With speed never before seen, he set world records, won Olympic gold medals, became a Super Bowl champion and simply changed the NFL forever. So why did it take nearly three decades for him to receive the recognition he deserved? Sometimes that burning star burns out.
The story of Marion Barber III is one of triumph, selflessness and grit — from his on-field Barbarian nature to his big heart off the field. Through the ups and the downs, “BARBER: Do What You Love” tells the story behind one of the all-time Cowboys fan favorites.
