The former Stanford Cardinal was a starter from 1978 on, and he would make the Pro Bowl in both 1978 and 1979. Coach Tom Landry referred to Hill as his “home run hitter” in reference to his big play ability. Hill would reach the 1,000 Yard mark in Receiving Yard three times (1979, 1980 & 1985), and that last year earned the Wide Receiver his third Pro Bowl Selection.
Hill left for San Francisco in 1987, but he would never play for the team, thus ending his NFL career. He would have 7,988 Receiving Yards and 51 Touchdowns in his ten-year career.
41. Tony Hill
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Used as a Punt Returner as a rookie, Tony Hill played a small role in Dallas’ Super Bowl XII win, but he would later become the Cowboys’ go-to Wide Receiver.
The Bullet Points
- Position: Wide Receiver
- Acquired: Selected in the 3rd Round, 62nd Overall in the NFL Draft 5/3/77.
- Departed: Signed with the San Francisco 49ers as a Free Agent 7/24/87.
- Games Played: 141
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Notable Statistics:
112 Games Started
479 Receptions
7,988 Receiving Yards
51 Receiving Touchdowns
14 Rushing Attempts
84 Rushing Yards
27 Punt Returns
268 Punt Return Yards
4 Kick Returns
96 Kick Return Yards
1 Pass Completion
2 Pass Attempts
42 Passing Yards
82 Approximate Value
17 Playoff Games
46 Receptions
618 Receiving Yards
4 Receiving Touchdowns
1 Rushing Attempt
-6 Rushing Yards
5 Punt Returns
56 Punt Return Yards -
Major Accolades and Awards:
Super Bowl Champion (XII)
Pro Bowl (1978, 1979 & 1985)
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