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Cowboys Legend Cornell Green, Never Missed a Game, Passes
23 Oct
Summary
- Cornell Green, a defensive back, died at age 86.
- He never missed a game in 13 seasons with the Dallas Cowboys.
- Green was part of the original Doomsday Defense and won a Super Bowl.

Cornell Green, a defensive back renowned for his durability and skill with the Dallas Cowboys, passed away at 86. Green was a cornerstone of the team's famed Doomsday Defense. He notably never missed a single game throughout his 13-season career with the Cowboys.
Green's football journey was unconventional, as he was initially drafted into the NBA. He joined the Cowboys in 1962 and played in all 182 regular-season games and 15 playoff games. His career highlights include a Super Bowl championship in the 1971 season and five Pro Bowl selections, alongside two first-team All-Pro honors.