Tom Landry

American football coach and player

Tom Landry - Athletes & Sports Figures born September 11th, 1924
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Played as a defensive back and punter for the New York Giants from 1949 to 1955. Served as head coach of the Dallas Cowboys from 1960 to 1988, leading the team to five Super Bowl appearances and two victories. Developed a reputation for innovative defensive strategies and established the Cowboys as a premier franchise in the NFL. Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1990.

Coached Dallas Cowboys to two Super Bowl titles

Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1990

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