# Dallas Cowboys franchise historical retrospectives

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> Updated: 2026-09-04T21:00:00.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 5.

The Dallas Cowboys are conducting a 100-day countdown to their 2026 kickoff by releasing retrospective features on the franchise’s history. These reviews include examinations of iconic games and specific players associated with certain jersey numbers.

Historical highlights mentioned include the 1967 ‘Ice Bowl’ at Lambeau Field, where the Green Bay Packers defeated the Cowboys 21-17, and a 2015 playoff loss to the Packers. Other featured moments include ‘The Wreath Game’ on December 16, 1979, in which Roger Staubach led a comeback against the Washington Redskins to secure a 35-34 victory and the division title. Recent reviews also highlighted Super Bowl X on January 18, 1976, where the Cowboys lost 21-17 to the Pittsburgh Steelers despite becoming the first wild-card team to reach the Super Bowl.

Newer retrospective features have examined a 1993 Thanksgiving game at Texas Stadium, where freezing conditions, snow, and sleet contributed to a 16-14 loss against the Miami Dolphins, a game noted for a significant error by Leon Lett. The franchise also reviewed the 1994 NFC Championship game, in which the Cowboys defeated the San Francisco 49ers 38-21 at Texas Stadium to aid their path toward back-to-back Super Bowl titles.

Player retrospectives have covered defensive back Mark Washington (number 46), fullback Jamize Olawale (number 49), and Ken Norton Jr. (number 51). New features have identified Dat Nguyen as the premier player to wear number 59, Mike Hegman as the top player for number 58, and center John Fitzgerald, who is noted for his role in helping the team implement the shotgun formation during the 1970s.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-04: Dallas Cowboys review iconic franchise games and players

The Dallas Cowboys are reviewing iconic franchise moments, including a 1993 Thanksgiving loss to Miami and a 1994 NFC Championship victory over San Francisco.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dallas-cowboys-review-iconic-franchise-games-and-players-1

### 2026-09-02: Dallas Cowboys history: Iconic games and standout players

Retrospectives on Dallas Cowboys history highlight Super Bowl X, linebacker Dat Nguyen (No. 59), and long-time contributor Mike Hegman (No. 58).

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dallas-cowboys-history-iconic-games-and-standout-players

### 2026-08-26: Dallas Cowboys historical review highlights iconic games and players

A series reviewing Dallas Cowboys history highlights the 1979 ‘Wreath Game’ comeback and identifies Ken Norton Jr. as the franchise's best player to wear jersey number 51.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dallas-cowboys-historical-review-highlights-iconic-games-and-players

### 2026-08-23: Dallas Cowboys historical retrospectives cover jersey numbers and the Ice Bowl

Retrospectives on the Dallas Cowboys highlight fullback Jamize Olawale's tenure with number 49 and the team's historic 1967 'Ice Bowl' loss to the Green Bay Packers.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dallas-cowboys-historical-retrospectives-cover-jersey-numbers-and-the-ice-bowl

### 2026-08-21: Dallas Cowboys review iconic franchise games and players

The Dallas Cowboys are reviewing iconic franchise moments, including a controversial 2015 playoff loss to the Packers and the history of players wearing jersey number 46.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dallas-cowboys-review-iconic-franchise-games-and-players

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