[1st] Most Passing Attempts, Game - 57 (vs. Minnesota, Nov. 26, 1998)
[Tied for 1st] Most Consecutive Games, Four or More Touchdowns Passes - 1 (at Washington, Sept. 12, 1999)
That's it. There were no "if's." Golf game hasn't gotten any better. [3rd] Most Consecutive Passes Attempted, None Intercepted - 88 (1994-96)
[Tied for 1st] Most Touchdowns Passing, Game - 5 (at Washington, Sept. 12, 1999)
[2nd] Most Passing Attempts, No Interceptions, Game - 33 (vs. Green Bay, Jan. 14, 1996)
Dad, you were right. Terrell Edmunds (34) of the Pittsburgh Steelers sacks Matt Ryan (2) of the Indianapolis Colts during the first quarter in a game at Lucas Oil Stadium Nov. 28, 2022, in Indianapolis. [1st] Most Passing Attempts, Rookie Season - 293 (1989)
[Tied for 1st] Most Consecutive Games, Four or More Touchdowns Passes - 1 (at Washington, Sept. 12, 1999)
Joe has been a great friend to me and my family for many years. Norv was right. He would often tell me and the team, Things are never as good as you think they are or ever as bad as you think they are. Sound advice that I would have to remind myself of often during my early years in Dallas. The interviewer politely asked me why. Norv came to Dallas as an offensive coordinator in 1991, my third season, and turned around one of the worst offenses in the National Football League, and gave guidance to a young quarterback who was in desperate need of some direction. We were down 21. Troy was consistently the most accurate passer I've ever seen. [3rd] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Game - 80.8 (at N.Y. Giants, Sept. 30, 1990)
Norv Turner (presenter):
I said, because I want to win. Sports NFL In his 26-year career in the broadcast booth, Joe Buck has seldom been left speechless. I remember it like it was yesterday, the first time I met Troy Aikman. I didn't seek it, and yet I'm here. It was a privilege to play for Jerry and the rest of the Jones family, and I appreciate the opportunity they gave me and their commitment to making the Cowboys a championship organization. [2nd] Most Passing Attempts, Season - 518 (1997)
I was blessed to be coached by some of the game's best, beginning with my earliest years of junior All American football in Cerritos, California, with the Suburban Hornets. Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. I was also lucky to grow up with two terrific sisters, at least most of the time (smiling). As you saw today, there's a lot of great ones to choose from. I know he's watching. A lot of kids want that, but very few actually get the chance. It's no wonder we enjoyed so much success in the '90s considering all the talent we had. We could have given it to Emmitt?". Sometimes we have to remind ourselves that these are the jobs we've always dreamed of having. There's not a better example of Leigh's support for his clients than the fact that. [2nd] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Game - 75.68 (vs. Green Bay, Jan. 16, 1994)
As I look at the men on this stage behind me, I think about the many great moments that they helped produce. When I look back at my football career and the championship seasons, I think of all my teammates from Henrietta to UCLA to Dallas that shared in all those moments. Troy was driven to be the best, and he expected the same from everyone around him. Troy's teammates would tell you he was a leader of those great Dallas teams of the '90s. [3rd] Most Passing Attempts, No Interceptions, Game - 45 (vs. Washington, Nov. 16, 1997)
8, Troy Aikman. I'm so grateful to the NFL, to the Cowboys, to my teammates, and to my coaches, for helping me get here. I've known Mark since I was 22 years old. [Tied for 2nd] Most Consecutive Completions, Game - 10 (SB XXX, vs. Pittsburgh)
[2nd] Most Touchdowns Passing, Career - 23
I remember it like it was yesterday, the first time I met Troy Aikman. Troy was driven to be the best, and he expected the same from everyone around him. As a quarterback, the player who more than any other is ultimately judged on his ability to win, I couldn't have asked for anything more from an owner. Presenter: Norv Turner, Former Dallas Cowboys assistant coach and longtime NFL head coach
A couple years ago during an interview, I was asked, if I got to coach one game, who would I choose as my starting quarterback. So many other coaches are responsible for my development as a player. Troy Aikman 12seasons 32,942yards 6Pro Bowls + Add to Favorites Player Menu Toggle Dallas Cowboys 1989-2000 Bio Stats Championship Games Career Highlights Career Capsule Enshrinement speech Media Merchandise Troy AikmanCareer Highlights 12 seasons It was very difficult coaching against Troy and the Cowboys the next seven years. It's an honor to be a member of a Hall of Fame induction class that includes five men for whom I have such admiration and respect. "If we completed that ball on third and four, we would have won the game." That's what he was about then, and still is to this day. But I feel more privileged to have been his close friend throughout the years. Over the next three seasons, the Cowboys enjoyed three consecutive 12-4 records and victories in Super Bowls XXVIII and XXX. [1st] Most Games, 300 or More Passing Yards, Career - 4
I think Reggie got in on that one also. [1st] Most Touchdowns Passing, Rookie Season - 9 (1989)
Jason Garrett, my confidant and greatest ally on the field and quarterback meetings for the majority of my career. [1st] Most Passing Yards Gained, Game - 380 (at San Francisco, Jan. 15, 1995)
Jersey Number: 8. That game is one of my most memorable games for all those reasons, but it had a little something extra for me. We could have given it to Emmitt?". Today Troy is being honored as one of the greatest players ever. I'm also very grateful to my family. [1st] Most Touchdowns Passing, Game, Rookie - 4 (vs. L.A. Rams, Dec. 3, 1989)
[1st] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Season - 69.1 (1993)
He had been slammed to the turf at the Vet by Clyde Simmons. As I look at the men on this stage behind me, I think about the many great moments that they helped produce. I did what was asked to help the team win. He was recovering from shoulder surgery. Was one of the best offensive minds and greatest people that this game has ever known. If that's true, I'm in great standing today. What Norv Turner would say was this: Sometimes we have to remind ourselves that these are the jobs we've always dreamed of having. I'm also very grateful to my family. Didn't take long to see that Jimmy was unique, and it wasn't just because of his hair. Thank you, Norv. [3rd] Highest Completion Percentage, Career - 63.8
Uniform Number: 8. If that's true, I'm in great standing today. What Norv Turner would say was this: Sometimes we have to remind ourselves that these are the jobs we've always dreamed of having. [1st] Most Consecutive Passes Attempted, None Intercepted - 216 (1999)
[1st] Most Consecutive Passes Attempted, None Intercepted - 111 (1991-93)
At a time when coaches are guarded about getting too close to their players, Norv proved you could be both a great coach and a great friend. [1st] Longest Pass Completion - 94 (to Alvin Harper, vs. Green Bay, Jan. 8, 1995, TD)
[1st] Most Consecutive Passes Attempted, None Intercepted - 111 (1991-93)
Since that time I've not met a finer, more trustworthy person. My father, Ken, taught me early on that through hard work I could achieve anything I wanted in life. I would have loved to have had any one of them on my team. The site navigation utilizes arrow, enter, escape, and space bar key commands. An All-America at UCLA, Aikman joined the Dallas Cowboys as the first overall pick in the 1989 NFL Draft. What Norv Turner would say was this: Sometimes we have to remind ourselves that these are the jobs we've always dreamed of having. Hall-of-Fame Cowboys passer Troy Aikman calls Bucs signal caller Tom Brady 'the most UNATHLETIC quarterback in the game' ahead of Dallas and Tampa Bay's NFL Wild Card clash Aikman, wide receiver Michael Irvin, and running back Emmitt Smith delivered an offensive attack that opponents found nearly impossible to contain. Troy was consistently the most accurate passer I've ever seen. 
StubHub Ticket Market Place. There were so many other special players that I had a chance to play with, guys such as Jay Novacek, the irreplaceable and unsung hero of our franchise, Daryl "Moose" Johnston, the blue collar guy who I'm not ashamed to say was better at his job than any other player on the team was theirs, including myself. Jimmy always played to win. [2nd] Most Consecutive Passes Attempted, None Intercepted - 184 (1995)
I didn't seek it, and yet I'm here. That I was able to do so with so many great players and coaches and win three World Championships and wind up here today with all these great men in gold jackets, well, it's almost too much to believe. It wouldn't have happened without the help of a lot of great coaches. (Those fans will at least get a Darrelle Revis Pro Football Hall of Fame . Enshrined into Pro Football Hall of Fame: August 5, 2006 Presenter: Norv Turner, Former Dallas Cowboys assistant coach and longtime NFL head coach It was a thrill for me to coach him three years in Dallas. I . Some coaches play not to lose. And I thank him for having the biggest single influence on my career. Full Name: Troy Kenneth Aikman. All rights reserved. [Tied for 3rd] Most Games, 300 or More Yards Passing, Career - 4
We went to the playoffs that season, and over the next two years won back to back Super Bowls. [3rd] Lowest Percentage Passes Intercepted, Season - 1.62 (1995)
Since that time I've not met a finer, more trustworthy person. Alvin Harper ran a slant. She inspires me daily in ways that no one ever has before. Another one of Troy's real strengths was his ability to bring out the best in everyone around him. At a time when coaches are guarded about getting too close to their players, Norv proved you could be both a great coach and a great friend. [Tied for 2nd] Most Passes Intercepted, Game - 3 (vs. Arizona, Jan. 2, 1999)
2023 FOX News Network, LLC. I told him, I've never seen anything like it. [2nd] Most Consecutive Passes Attempted, None Intercepted - 184 (1995)
I enjoyed the best seat in the house as I watched Emmitt Smith run his way to the NFL's all time rushing record. [2nd] Lowest Percentage Passes Intercepted, Season - 1.59 (1998)
It was a privilege to play for Jerry and the rest of the Jones family, and I appreciate the opportunity they gave me and their commitment to making the Cowboys a championship organization. He was standing in a meeting room. Troy has also been selected to six Pro Bowl teams while throwing for over 28,000 yards and 141 touchdowns. Troy, were you surprised to be inducted into the Hall of Fame your first year on the ballot? The Colts were only able to muster 71 yards of total offense in the first half against the Steelers' defense. I was always proud to have him as well as Jeff Moorehead represent me during contract negotiations. I don't want to say I was surprised. [Tied for 3rd] Most Games, 300 or More Yards Passing, Career - 4
John Madden coached the game the same way. Anyway, Bill Holt in Henrietta taught me about the sacrifices that must be made to excel. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. The second person is my long time business advisor, Mark Grigg. [2nd] Lowest Percentage Passes Intercepted, Season - 1.59 (1998)
Alvin ran down the field inside the ten, and took Troy, himself, and the rest of the Cowboys right to the Super Bowl. His career statistics include 32,942 yards and 165 touchdowns for a passer rating of 81.6. Market data provided by Factset. Super Bowl XXVII MVP, Elected to Pro Football Hall of Fame: February 4, 2006, Enshrined into Pro Football Hall of Fame: August 5,2006
They all made significant contributions to their teams, and that's why they're here. John Madden coached the game the same way. A high school coach once told me, In life you have a lot of acquaintances but very few friends. Troy is one of the most unselfish players to have played. What struck me most about Jimmy was his fearlessness. I would have loved to have had any one of them on my team. Legal Statement. I started playing football at the age of seven and retired when I was 34. He was recovering from shoulder surgery. In an era of super egos, he never let his get in the way of winning. [1st] Most Passing Yards Gained, Rookie Season - 1,749 (1989)
What fans saw on Sundays, his teammates saw every day of the week. In Dallas, my role as the quarterback was to move our team down the field and score points. [Tied for 3rd] Most Consecutive Games, 300 or More Yards Passing - 2 (1994)
[Tied for 3rd] Most Touchdown Passes, Game - 4 (SB XXVII, vs. Buffalo), Cowboys' records held by Aikman at the time of his retirement following the 2000 season, [1st] Most Seasons Leading Team, Passing - 12 (1989-00)
He'd say this when times were tough, maybe we'd lost a close game, I'd thrown the deciding interception or the grind and the rigors of the season were beginning to take their toll on me. Every move Jerry Jones made was done with the sole purpose of helping the Cowboys win championships. Mark, thank you for the commitment and support over the last 17 years. In addition to great coaching and ownership, I had the pleasure with playing with a very gifted and special group of players. The championships their teams won and the fans they entertained. [3rd] Most Pass Completions, Season - 296 (1996)
When I look back at my football career and the championship seasons, I think of all my teammates from Henrietta to UCLA to Dallas that shared in all those moments. I certainly would not be here without you. I know it's been a long day. Super Bowls
He was inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame in August 2006. Quarterback Troy Aikman finished his collegiate career as the third rated passer in NCAA history. I enjoyed the best seat in the house as I watched Emmitt Smith run his way to the NFL's all time rushing record. [1st] Most Consecutive Seasons Leading Team, Passing - 12 (1989-00)
[Tied for 3rd] Most Touchdown Passes, Game - 4 (SB XXVII, vs. Buffalo), Cowboys' records held by Aikman at the time of his retirement following the 2000 season, [1st] Most Seasons Leading Team, Passing - 12 (1989-00)
Of all those years, Norv and I were together for only three. [1st] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Career - 63.75
There are two other people that deserve mention. We had a good system in Dallas. [2nd] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Game - 85.7 (at Atlanta, Dec. 21, 1992)
Didn't take long to see that Jimmy was unique, and it wasn't just because of his hair. Super Bowls were more important than statistics. Passing Touchdown Leader: 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 1997 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year
Over the next three seasons, the Cowboys enjoyed three consecutive 12-4 records and victories in Super Bowls XXVIII and XXX. "The violence of the sport attracts us to the game." You also have those "why's."
StubHub Ticket Market Place. There were so many other special players that I had a chance to play with, guys such as Jay Novacek, the irreplaceable and unsung hero of our franchise, Daryl "Moose" Johnston, the blue collar guy who I'm not ashamed to say was better at his job than any other player on the team was theirs, including myself. Jimmy always played to win. [2nd] Most Consecutive Passes Attempted, None Intercepted - 184 (1995)
I didn't seek it, and yet I'm here. That I was able to do so with so many great players and coaches and win three World Championships and wind up here today with all these great men in gold jackets, well, it's almost too much to believe. It wouldn't have happened without the help of a lot of great coaches. (Those fans will at least get a Darrelle Revis Pro Football Hall of Fame . Enshrined into Pro Football Hall of Fame: August 5, 2006 Presenter: Norv Turner, Former Dallas Cowboys assistant coach and longtime NFL head coach It was a thrill for me to coach him three years in Dallas. I . Some coaches play not to lose. And I thank him for having the biggest single influence on my career. Full Name: Troy Kenneth Aikman. All rights reserved. [Tied for 3rd] Most Games, 300 or More Yards Passing, Career - 4
We went to the playoffs that season, and over the next two years won back to back Super Bowls. [3rd] Lowest Percentage Passes Intercepted, Season - 1.62 (1995)
Since that time I've not met a finer, more trustworthy person. Alvin Harper ran a slant. She inspires me daily in ways that no one ever has before. Another one of Troy's real strengths was his ability to bring out the best in everyone around him. At a time when coaches are guarded about getting too close to their players, Norv proved you could be both a great coach and a great friend. [Tied for 2nd] Most Passes Intercepted, Game - 3 (vs. Arizona, Jan. 2, 1999)
2023 FOX News Network, LLC. I told him, I've never seen anything like it. [2nd] Most Consecutive Passes Attempted, None Intercepted - 184 (1995)
I enjoyed the best seat in the house as I watched Emmitt Smith run his way to the NFL's all time rushing record. [2nd] Lowest Percentage Passes Intercepted, Season - 1.59 (1998)
It was a privilege to play for Jerry and the rest of the Jones family, and I appreciate the opportunity they gave me and their commitment to making the Cowboys a championship organization. He was standing in a meeting room. Troy has also been selected to six Pro Bowl teams while throwing for over 28,000 yards and 141 touchdowns. Troy, were you surprised to be inducted into the Hall of Fame your first year on the ballot? The Colts were only able to muster 71 yards of total offense in the first half against the Steelers' defense. I was always proud to have him as well as Jeff Moorehead represent me during contract negotiations. I don't want to say I was surprised. [Tied for 3rd] Most Games, 300 or More Yards Passing, Career - 4
John Madden coached the game the same way. Anyway, Bill Holt in Henrietta taught me about the sacrifices that must be made to excel. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. The second person is my long time business advisor, Mark Grigg. [2nd] Lowest Percentage Passes Intercepted, Season - 1.59 (1998)
Alvin ran down the field inside the ten, and took Troy, himself, and the rest of the Cowboys right to the Super Bowl. His career statistics include 32,942 yards and 165 touchdowns for a passer rating of 81.6. Market data provided by Factset. Super Bowl XXVII MVP, Elected to Pro Football Hall of Fame: February 4, 2006, Enshrined into Pro Football Hall of Fame: August 5,2006
They all made significant contributions to their teams, and that's why they're here. John Madden coached the game the same way. A high school coach once told me, In life you have a lot of acquaintances but very few friends. Troy is one of the most unselfish players to have played. What struck me most about Jimmy was his fearlessness. I would have loved to have had any one of them on my team. Legal Statement. I started playing football at the age of seven and retired when I was 34. He was recovering from shoulder surgery. In an era of super egos, he never let his get in the way of winning. [1st] Most Passing Yards Gained, Rookie Season - 1,749 (1989)
What fans saw on Sundays, his teammates saw every day of the week. In Dallas, my role as the quarterback was to move our team down the field and score points. [Tied for 3rd] Most Consecutive Games, 300 or More Yards Passing - 2 (1994)
[Tied for 3rd] Most Touchdown Passes, Game - 4 (SB XXVII, vs. Buffalo), Cowboys' records held by Aikman at the time of his retirement following the 2000 season, [1st] Most Seasons Leading Team, Passing - 12 (1989-00)
He'd say this when times were tough, maybe we'd lost a close game, I'd thrown the deciding interception or the grind and the rigors of the season were beginning to take their toll on me. Every move Jerry Jones made was done with the sole purpose of helping the Cowboys win championships. Mark, thank you for the commitment and support over the last 17 years. In addition to great coaching and ownership, I had the pleasure with playing with a very gifted and special group of players. The championships their teams won and the fans they entertained. [3rd] Most Pass Completions, Season - 296 (1996)
When I look back at my football career and the championship seasons, I think of all my teammates from Henrietta to UCLA to Dallas that shared in all those moments. I certainly would not be here without you. I know it's been a long day. Super Bowls
He was inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame in August 2006. Quarterback Troy Aikman finished his collegiate career as the third rated passer in NCAA history. I enjoyed the best seat in the house as I watched Emmitt Smith run his way to the NFL's all time rushing record. [1st] Most Consecutive Seasons Leading Team, Passing - 12 (1989-00)
[Tied for 3rd] Most Touchdown Passes, Game - 4 (SB XXVII, vs. Buffalo), Cowboys' records held by Aikman at the time of his retirement following the 2000 season, [1st] Most Seasons Leading Team, Passing - 12 (1989-00)
Of all those years, Norv and I were together for only three. [1st] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Career - 63.75
There are two other people that deserve mention. We had a good system in Dallas. [2nd] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Game - 85.7 (at Atlanta, Dec. 21, 1992)
Didn't take long to see that Jimmy was unique, and it wasn't just because of his hair. Super Bowls were more important than statistics. Passing Touchdown Leader: 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 1997 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year
Over the next three seasons, the Cowboys enjoyed three consecutive 12-4 records and victories in Super Bowls XXVIII and XXX. "The violence of the sport attracts us to the game." You also have those "why's."