Former Dallas Cowboys Super Bowl Hero tragically passed away on Friday

The Dallas Cowboys have a strong desire to add another Super Bowl victory to their collection, a goal that owner Jerry Jones has been pursuing since his successful recruitment of Deion Sanders in 1995. Sanders, known as Primetime, played a pivotal role in helping the Cowboys secure a Super Bowl win under head coach Barry Switzer that year.

Currently, both the Cowboys and the San Francisco 49ers are tied for second place in the NFL in terms of Super Bowl victories, with each team having won five championships. The New England Patriots and Pittsburgh Steelers hold the lead with six Super Bowl wins apiece. Achieving a sixth Super Bowl victory is a cherished goal for Jerry Jones and the Cowboys organization.

Reflecting on the team’s history, before Jones gained full control of the franchise, the Cowboys concluded the 1977 season with an impressive 12-2 record. They aimed to secure their second Super Bowl victory despite facing three previous losses in the championship game. Led by quarterback Roger Staubach and guided by legendary head coach Tom Landry, the Dallas Cowboys emerged triumphant against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XII at the Super Dome in New Orleans.

In Super Bowl XII, the Dallas Cowboys faced the Denver Broncos, known for their formidable “Orange Crush” defense, after both teams finished the regular season with impressive 12-2 records. Despite the expectations centered around Cowboys quarterback Roger Staubach, it was the Dallas defense, nicknamed “the Doomsday Defense,” that stole the show.

Throughout the game, the Doomsday Defense dominated, forcing eight turnovers and limiting the Broncos to just eight pass completions for 61 yards. The Cowboys defense set the tone early, with two interceptions leading to 10 first-quarter points. Denver’s offense struggled to make significant gains, with their longest play of the game being a mere 21-yard gain on their opening drive.

As the game progressed, the Dallas Cowboys extended their lead to 20–3 in the third quarter when wide receiver Butch Johnson made a spectacular diving catch in the end zone for a 45-yard touchdown reception. Although the Broncos managed to close the gap with a touchdown late in the third quarter, the Cowboys remained in control.

In a pivotal moment in the fourth quarter, Cowboys fullback Robert Newhouse executed a halfback option play, throwing a 29-yard touchdown pass to receiver Golden Richards. This play effectively sealed the victory for the Cowboys.

The outstanding performance of the Cowboys’ defensive unit did not go unnoticed, with defensive tackle Randy White and defensive end Harvey Martin both earning Super Bowl MVP honors. This marked the first time in Super Bowl history that two defensive linemen shared the MVP award, highlighting the dominance of the Cowboys’ defense in Super Bowl XII.

Dallas Cowboys Super Bowl Legend Golden Richards Passed Away On Friday