Dallas Cowboys Roster 1992: A Season to Remember

The 1992 Dallas Cowboys season was one for the books, with a team that seemed unstoppable at times. Led by their dominant defense, which would record a Super Bowl record nine turnovers, the Cowboys roared through the regular season before ultimately lifting the Lombardi Trophy in Super Bowl XXVII.

The season got off to a strong start, with the Cowboys winning three straight games against formidable opponents. A 28-13 win over the Raiders in Los Angeles was followed by crushing victories over Seattle and Kansas City. Herschel Walker's two second-half touchdowns broke open a close game against the Chiefs, while the team closed out its three-game win streak before a bye week with a convincing 31-20 victory over the Cardinals.

However, the Cowboys' momentum came to a screeching halt coming out of the bye, as they suffered a disappointing 31-7 loss at Philadelphia. But they quickly regained their footing, jumping out to a 34-0 lead against the Giants and holding on for a thrilling 34-28 victory in New York.

The team's early success was built on its stingy defense, which would hold two teams under 100 total yards during the season - a feat that had only been accomplished three times before. The unit also yielded less than 4,000 yards, joining the Bengals (1983) as the only teams to achieve this impressive feat in a 16-game season.

Despite missing out on defensive end Derrick Thomas in free agency, the Cowboys made some savvy moves, landing Charles Haley from the 49ers and reuniting Troy Aikman with his UCLA center, Frank Cornish. They also added key players like safety Thomas Everett and wide receiver Jimmy Smith (who would only suit up for seven games that year).

In the draft, the Cowboys selected Kevin Smith (defensive back) and Robert Jones (linebacker) in the first round, followed by safety Darren Woodson in the second round. The team's defense was a major factor in their success, as they finished the season ranked No.

The pattern of three-game win streaks and five-game losing streaks carried the Cowboys all the way to Super Bowl XXVII in Pasadena, where they would ultimately lift the Lombardi Trophy for the third time in franchise history. The 1992 Dallas Cowboys season was one that will be remembered for years to come, a testament to the team's resilience and determination.

Dallas cowboys roster 1992