In his first few seasons, Harris also acted as the team’s returner, but in 1974, he ascended to the upper-tier of Free Safeties. From 1974 to 1979, Harris would be selected as a Pro Bowler, and in three of those seasons, he was a First Team All-Pro. Harris would help Dallas win both Super Bowl VI and XII, and his entire career would be spent with the Cowboys, who he played with until 1979. He would have 29 Interceptions over his career.
Harris would finally enter the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2020 when he was chosen by the 100th Anniversary Centennial Committee. Harris would also enter the Cowboys Ring of Honor in 2004.
14. Cliff Harris
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In 1970, the National Football League’s teams all passed on drafting Cliff Harris, the Safety from Ouachita Baptist. The Cowboys invited him to training camp, and he was so impressive that not only did he make the team, but he won the starting Free Safety role.
The Bullet Points
- Position: Safety
- Acquired: Signed as an Undrafted Free Agent in 1970.
- Departed: Retired after the 1979 Season.
- Games Played: 141
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Notable Statistics:
130 Games Started
29 Interceptions
281 Interception Return Yards
1 Interception Return Touchdown
3.0 Quarterback Sacks*
18 Fumble Recoveries
91 Fumble Recovery Yards
66 Punt Returns
418 Punt Return Yards
63 Kick Returns
1,622 Kick Return Yards
97 Approximate Value
21 Playoff Games
6 Interceptions
103 Interception Return Yards
4 Fumble Recoveries
0 Fumble Recovery Yards
4 Punt Returns
15 Punt Return Yards
11 Kick Returns
243 Kick Return Yards
*Sacks were unofficially calculated by Pro Football Reference from 1960 to 1981. -
Major Accolades and Awards:
Super Bowl Champion (VI & XII)
First Team All-Pro (1976, 1977 & 1978)
Pro Bowl (1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978 & 1979)
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