The Dallas Cowboys, one of the most iconic teams in NFL history, recently announced that they will be honoring former head coach Jimmy Johnson by inducting him into their prestigious Ring of Honor. This recognition is a testament to Johnson's remarkable contributions to the team during his tenure from 1989 to 1993.
Johnson's impact on the Cowboys cannot be overstated. Under his leadership, the team experienced a dramatic turnaround from a struggling franchise to a dominant force in the league. He instilled a winning culture and implemented innovative strategies that revolutionized the game.
Johnson was greeted by the Hall of Fame “Triplets” who headlined his Super Bowl teams — quarterback Troy Aikman, running back Emmitt Smith and receiver Michael Irvin — for the ceremony at halftime of Saturday night’s regular-season home finale against the Detroit Lions.
Johnson and Cowboys owner/general manager Jerry Jones sat together on the stage, answering questions from the media but also sharing stories and memories of their time together.
"This happened because it's the right thing to do," Jones said. "That's not a difficulty of credit; it's just the right thing. You say, 'Why has it lasted so long?' I say this today, he's going in because it's the right thing to do. He was always going in the Ring of Honor."
Johnson's wait for the Ring of Honor had become contentious among fans and even former players. Jones said at Johnson's induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2020 that the coach would be added to the Ring of Honor. He just never said when.
"I will agree that somebody could've said, 'Jerry, shouldn't Jimmy have been in 15 years ago, 20 years ago?'" Jones said. "And you can say whatever you want about my reactions or frailties. I say this today -- he's there because it's the right thing to do. He was always going into the Ring of Honor whether I put him in or my kids put him in."
The induction of Jimmy Johnson into the Dallas Cowboys' Ring of Honor is well-deserved recognition for an exceptional coach whose contributions forever changed America's Team. His legacy will continue to inspire future generations of players and coaches alike as they strive for greatness both on and off the field.
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