Born:
April 10, 1938 - Mount Vernon, Texas
Drafted: Don Meredith was drafted by the Chicago Bears in the third round of the 1960 NFL Draft, before his rights were traded to the Dallas Cowboys for future draft picks.
Years Played:
1960-1968
Position Played: Quarterback
Played For: Dallas Cowboys
Alma Mater: Southern Methodist University
Nickname:
Dandy Don
Uniform Number: 17
Best Season:
Don Meredith's best season came in 1966 when he was named NFL Player of the Year. He threw for 2,805 yards and 24 touchdowns and added 242 yards and five touchdowns running with the ball.
College Highlights:
• Two-Time All-American Selection
NFL Career Totals:
• Passing - Completed 1,170 of 2,308 Passes for 17,199 yards and 135 Touchdowns
• Rushing - 242 carries for 1,216 Yards and 15 Touchdowns.
NFL Highlights:
• Two-Time Pro Bowl Selection
• NFL Player of the Year (1966)
• Played in consecutive NFL Championship games (1966-67)
• Three Straight Division Titles
• Set a franchise record for the longest pass completion (95 yards -Nov. 11, 1966)
• Added to the Dallas Cowboys Ring of honor (1976)
• One of Monday Night Football's original broadcasters (1970-73, 77-83)
