Emmitt Smith
Cowboys Champion (1993-95) · 1993–1995
Smith's elite Clutch Factor (92) and elite Toughness (92) define this era.
Scouting Report
Position ratings · 0-99 scale · Based on career data
Trophy Case
1993
1,486 rushing yards and 9 TDs — led the Cowboys' dynasty
1993, 1994, 1996
Three-peated with the Cowboys dynasty — 1994 Super Bowl MVP
1994
132 rushing yards, 2 TDs in Super Bowl XXVIII vs Buffalo
1991, 1992, 1993, 1995
4 titles — retired as the NFL's all-time leading rusher
1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1998, 1999
8 selections — the NFL's all-time leading rusher at retirement
Signature Moments
18,355 Rushing Yards — The All-Time Record
Smith retired as the NFL's all-time leading rusher with 18,355 yards. He rushed for 1,000+ yards in 11 consecutive seasons. The record stood unchallenged for over 20 years.
The all-time rushing king. 18,355 yards. The most consistent back in NFL history.
The Separated Shoulder Game — 1993 Giants
Smith separated his shoulder in the first half. He refused to come out. He rushed for 168 yards and the winning touchdown while playing with one arm. The Cowboys won the division and eventually the Super Bowl.
Separated shoulder. One arm. 168 yards. Won the game.
Three Super Bowl Rings — The Cowboys Dynasty
Smith won three Super Bowls with the Cowboys in four years. He was Super Bowl MVP in XXVIII, rushing for 132 yards and 2 touchdowns against the Bills.
Three rings in four years. The Triplets — Emmitt, Troy, and Michael — were the last great NFL dynasty before the Patriots.
Career Numbers
Career Rush Yards
NFL all-time leader
18355
Career Rush TDs
NFL all-time leader
164
Career Rush Attempts
NFL all-time leader
4409
Career YPC
4.2
Rush Yards/Game
81.2
100-Yard Games
78
Career Total TDs
NFL all-time leader at retirement
175
Career Receptions
515
Career Rec Yards
3224
20+ Yard Runs
74
Career First Downs
NFL all-time leader
928
Longest Run
75
Career Fumbles
61
Super Bowl Record
SB XXVIII MVP
3-0
Playoff Rush Yards
1586
Playoff Rush TDs
19
Pro Bowl Selections
8
Games Played
15 seasons
226
Season Stats · Cowboys Champion (1993-95)
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