Cowboy legend Lee Roy Jordan passes away at 84 - Pioneer who led the team to their initial Super Bowl triumph, a member of the Cowboys' Ring of Honor, departs
Lee Roy Jordan, a legendary linebacker for the Dallas Cowboys, has passed away at the age of 84. The news of Jordan's death was announced by the Cowboys on Saturday.
Jordan, a native of Birmingham, Alabama, had a distinguished career both on and off the field. He was selected with the No. 6 overall pick in the 1963 NFL Draft by the Cowboys, after the Boston Patriots chose him with the No. 13 pick in the AFL Draft. However, Jordan ultimately chose to play with the Cowboys and the NFL.
Before joining the Cowboys, Jordan was a star at the University of Alabama, where he led the team to a national championship in 1961. In 1962, Jordan was a unanimous All-American at the University of Alabama.
Jordan anchored the middle linebacker spot for 14 years with the Cowboys, racking up 32 interceptions and three defensive touchdowns during his career. He was a key player in the Cowboys' first Super Bowl victory in 1971, recording a pair of interceptions in the team's run to Super Bowl VI.
Jordan was an inspirational leader of the Cowboys' first championship teams, earning All-Pro honors twice during his career with the Cowboys. He was also a five-time Pro Bowl selection and a two-time All-Pro choice.
Off the field, Jordan's commitment to his community was a central part of his life after retiring in 1976. His legacy lives on as a model of dedication, integrity, and toughness.
In 1989, Jordan was the first Dallas Cowboy inducted into the Ring of Honor by owner Jerry Jones, a testament to his impact on the franchise and the sport of football. Jordan's contributions to the game and his community will not be forgotten.
Rest in peace, Lee Roy Jordan. You will be greatly missed.
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