A lot of kids want that, but very few actually get the chance. He meant that much to my career and to the Dallas Cowboys. I thank him for his support throughout my career. Some guard against overconfidence. [1st] Most Passing Attempts, Career - 4,715
During his NFL career, he has led the Cowboys to three Super Bowl Championships and was named MVP of Super Bowl XXVII. He would often tell me and the team, Things are never as good as you think they are or ever as bad as you think they are. Sound advice that I would have to remind myself of often during my early years in Dallas. [2nd] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Game - 85.7 (at Atlanta, Dec. 21, 1992)
In Dallas, my role as the quarterback was to move our team down the field and score points. I feel privileged to present Troy today. Charles Haley, no one came more prepared to play or played harder on game day than Charles did. Prior to joining the Cowboys, Aikman passed for 5,298 yards and 41 touchdowns in two years at UCLA. Violence accounts for much of the appeal of the game, then and now, and the history of American football suggests that fans and players are willing to tolerate injuries for the continuation of the game. Thank you for the hospitality and thank you for the courtesy you've shown me and my family. Thank you for the hospitality and thank you for the courtesy you've shown me and my family.
There are two other people that deserve mention. I was also fortunate to have played for a franchise whose owner was as committed to winning as anybody on the field. I know a lot of you have come to watch other inductees and have reason to leave, but you stuck it out, and I appreciate that very much. [1st] Highest Passer Rating, Rookie Season - 55.7 (1989)
Date of Birth: Nov 21, 1966. Troy Aikman (@TroyAikman) August 5, 2018 Aikman, who is an NFL analyst for FOX Sports showed the greatest respect for Kramer as he told him he would have loved to have him as a teammate. I don't anticipate missing many Hall of Fame weekends. [1st] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Career - 61.5
During that 10 year era, Troy was the winningest quarterback in the National Football League. What Norv Turner would say was this: Sometimes we have to remind ourselves that these are the jobs we've always dreamed of having. The interviewer politely asked me why. The many friendships in my life are what made me feel every single day like I'm the luckiest guy in the world, and I thank all of you for being here today. [1st] Most Passing Attempts, Career - 4,715
He would often tell me and the team, Things are never as good as you think they are or ever as bad as you think they are. Sound advice that I would have to remind myself of often during my early years in Dallas. Jimmy insisted on it. Jimmy was the right coach at the right time for the Dallas Cowboys, and I'm grateful to have been given the opportunity to play for him. I know he's watching. I'm so grateful to the NFL, to the Cowboys, to my teammates, and to my coaches, for helping me get here. It's an honor to be a member of a Hall of Fame induction class that includes five men for whom I have such admiration and respect. I am humbled to be welcomed to the Pro Football Hall of Fame and I thank you. [1st] Lowest Percentage Passes Intercepted, Career - 2.99
I was also protected for many years by one of the best offensive lines of all time. Jimmy always played to win. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. [1st] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Career - 63.75
Thank you very much. Yet there's no doubt in my mind that if Norv Turner had not entered my life, I wouldn't be joining these men in the Pro Football Hall of Fame today. [1st] Most Pass Completions, Career - 320
Mark, thank you for the commitment and support over the last 17 years. Fox then cut to an emotional Troy Aikman, the coach's Hall of Fame quarterback in Dallas, who was on the call in Green Bay. Outstanding quarterback for the Bruins in 1987-88 posting a 20-4 two-year record as a starter including victories in the Aloha and Cotton Bowls. Mom, you're an amazing woman. He's the big brother I never had. I was always proud to have him as well as Jeff Moorehead represent me during contract negotiations. In an era of super egos, he never let his get in the way of winning. As the young quarterback improved, however, so too did the Cowboys' record. Terri and Tami were pretty good athletes themselves. Since I didn't have a brother, they were the ones who satisfied my need to get better by playing catch, running routes, rebounding baskets, and doing pretty much everything else little brother needed. He didn't laugh. I know a lot of you have come to watch other inductees and have reason to leave, but you stuck it out, and I appreciate that very much. Thank you very much. Super Bowl XXVII MVP, Elected to Pro Football Hall of Fame: February 4, 2006, Enshrined into Pro Football Hall of Fame: August 5,2006
Tab will move on to the next part of the site rather than go through menu items. I'm also very grateful to my family. You also have those "why's." With Troy, you didn't have those "if's" and "why's." [2nd] Most Passes Intercepted, Career - 17
[1st] Most Consecutive Games, Touchdown Pass - 5 (1992-1993, 1994-1995)
I further explained my answer. I was always proud to have him as well as Jeff Moorehead represent me during contract negotiations. It wouldn't have happened without the help of a lot of great coaches. As the young quarterback improved, however, so too did the Cowboys' record. The first is Leigh Steinberg. In 1990, Aikman completed 226 of 399 passes for 2,579 yards and 11 touchdowns - the team finished 7-9. Troy Aikman's statistics pale in comparison to his peers during his playing era. [1st] Most Passing Attempts, Rookie Season - 293 (1989)
I remember it like it was yesterday, the first time I met Troy Aikman. A renewed commitment to the rushing attack may have attributed to Indy's ability to score more in the second half. Ernie couldn't be with us today. Some guard against overconfidence. Jimmy was the right coach at the right time for the Dallas Cowboys, and I'm grateful to have been given the opportunity to play for him. It was a privilege to play for Jerry and the rest of the Jones family, and I appreciate the opportunity they gave me and their commitment to making the Cowboys a championship organization. If you look at his greatest games, they came against the best teams and they came in the playoffs. Although it wasn't one that allowed me to put up big numbers, that was fine. Fox Sports analyst Troy Aikman shares his reaction to his former coach Jimmy Johnson's announcement into the Pro Football Hall of Fame during the Divisional Round. Jimmy's boldness set the tone for a young group of players who didn't know much about winning but were eager to learn. Hall of Famer Troy Aikman breaks down why Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers shouldn't be taken lightly against his Dallas Cowboys I played professional football. He had been slammed to the turf at the Vet by Clyde Simmons. And we've been told we're given 10 minutes for each inductee. [1st] Most Passing Attempts, No Interceptions, Game - 57 (vs. Minnesota, Nov. 26, 1998)
Aikman's 22 of 30 for 273 yards passing and four touchdowns earned him Super Bowl MVP honors. Through broadcasting, real estate, and The Troy Aikman Foundation, Aikman has quickly discovered numerous ways . I know it's hot. [3rd] Most Passing Attempts, Game - 52 (at N.Y. Giants, Oct. 5, 1997)
The first is Leigh Steinberg. [2nd] Highest Attempts/Sack Ratio, Season - 31.9 (1995)
Troy Aikman:
I wouldn't be here without you. I was able to live a dream. I played professional football. That's what he was about then, and still is to this day. The best example to me was in the '92 championship game, with four minutes left in the game. Few have had the great release, the unbelievable arm strength, and incredible accuracy of Troy Aikman. It wouldn't have happened without the help of a lot of great coaches. We could have given it to Emmitt?". An All-America at UCLA, Aikman joined the Dallas Cowboys as the first overall pick in the 1989 NFL Draft. We had a good system in Dallas. I was always proud to have him as well as Jeff Moorehead represent me during contract negotiations. Transcript: Read Kurt Warner's Hall of Fame speech The Gazette Aug. 6, 2017 7:00 am Editor's note: Cedar Rapids native Kurt Warner was enshrined into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. [1st] Most Touchdowns Passing, Rookie Season - 9 (1989)
Mario Orasco, Rod Davis, Manny DeSalvo taught me the fundamentals of the game and what it meant to be a good sport. [Tied for 3rd] Most Games, 300 or More Yards Passing, Career - 4
[3rd] Most Games, Four of More Touchdowns Passes, Career - 3
(Scott Galvin/USA Today Sports). I started playing football at the age of seven and retired when I was 34. I thank him for his support throughout my career. [Tied for 2nd] Most Passes Intercepted, Game - 3 (vs. Arizona, Jan. 2, 1999)
I am humbled to be welcomed to the Pro Football Hall of Fame and I thank you. For most, that's probably true, but not for me. [1st] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Season - 69.1 (1993)
[1st] Most Passing Attempts, Rookie Season - 293 (1989)
Super Bowls were more important than statistics. With 90 wins in the 1990s, Aikman became the winningest starting quarterback of any decade in NFL history at the time of his retirement. There's now a new team of Aikman women in my life. He was inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame in August 2006. There are two other people that deserve mention. Joe has been a great friend to me and my family for many years. Jimmy always played to win. Another one of Troy's real strengths was his ability to bring out the best in everyone around him. [1st] Most Touchdowns Passing, Career - 165
I didn't seek it, and yet I'm here. [3rd] Highest Completion Percentage, Career - 63.8
Coach Donahue, thank you for providing me an opportunity at UCLA and having such a positive influence on my life. With Troy, you didn't have those "if's" and "why's." 8, Troy Aikman. Indianapolis' season has not met expectations. Yet there's no doubt in my mind that if Norv Turner had not entered my life, I wouldn't be joining these men in the Pro Football Hall of Fame today. [Tied for 3rd] Most Consecutive Games, 300 or More Yards Passing - 2 (1994)
Troy's teammates would tell you he was a leader of those great Dallas teams of the '90s. Jimmy always played to win. But it was really a very easy question for me to answer. During that time we became great friends and won two Super Bowls. When I was a kid, all I ever wanted to be was a professional athlete. [3rd] Lowest Percentage Passes Intercepted, Season - 1.62 (1995)
Dad, you were right. Irvin, Novacek, and Harper, each had more than 100 yards receiving. I look forward to future years when he'll be joined by his great coach Jimmy Johnson, his teammates Michael Irvin, Emmitt Smith, Larry Allen and hopefully others. Other Members of Class of 2006: Harry Carson, John Madden, Warren Moon, Reggie White, Rayfield Wright, Drafted: 1st round (1st player overall) in 1989 by Dallas Cowboys
. He would often tell me and the team, Things are never as good as you think they are or ever as bad as you think they are. Sound advice that I would have to remind myself of often during my early years in Dallas. I'm also honored to have Norv Turner here today as my presenter. [1st] Most Pass Completions, Career - 2,898
Thank you. Rick Enis, Danny Spurlock, Ken Lackey, Steve Axman, Rick Neuheisel, Jerry Rhome, Hudson Houck, Joe Avazzano. [Tied for 1st] Most Consecutive Games, Four or More Touchdowns Passes - 1 (at Washington, Sept. 12, 1999)
I'd also like to say that the people in Canton, Ohio, have been absolutely terrific. A lot of kids want that, but very few actually get the chance. Leigh was my agent throughout my career. Up and Down arrows will open main level menus and toggle through sub tier links. Anyway, Bill Holt in Henrietta taught me about the sacrifices that must be made to excel. The past eight years have been without question the best years of my life. [Tied for 3rd] Most Consecutive Passes Completed - 12 (at Green Bay, Oct. 6, 1991), [1st] Most Passing Attempts, Career - 502
[2nd] Passer Highest Rating, Season - 99.0 (1993)
8, Troy Aikman. Troy Aikman:
8's first eight. Norv came to Dallas as an offensive coordinator in 1991, my third season, and turned around one of the worst offenses in the National Football League, and gave guidance to a young quarterback who was in desperate need of some direction. So many other coaches are responsible for my development as a player. [1st] Most Passing Yards Gained, Career - 3,849
The Colts were only able to muster 71 yards of total offense in the first half against the Steelers' defense. In Dallas, my role as the quarterback was to move our team down the field and score points. There's now a new team of Aikman women in my life. During that 10 year era, Troy was the winningest quarterback in the National Football League. Although he showed great promise and threw for a rookie-record 379 yards in a game against the Phoenix Cardinals, the team finished 1-15. Legal Statement. Market data provided by Factset. I enjoyed the best seat in the house as I watched Emmitt Smith run his way to the NFL's all time rushing record. Following high school, I attended Oklahoma University and was coached by one of the winningest coaches in college football history, Barry Switzer. [3rd] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Game - 73.33 (SB XXVII, vs. Buffalo)
A lot of kids want that, but very few actually get the chance. [3rd] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Game - 80.8 (at N.Y. Giants, Sept. 30, 1990)
A few weeks later, we had the chance to go out in the field for the first time. [3rd] Highest Passing Attempts/Sack Ratio, Season - 26.8 (1996)
[1st] Most Games, 300 or More Passing Yards, Career - 13
It's a great honor and thrill to present to the Hall of Fame, Dallas quarterback, No. I certainly would not be here without you. All-NFC Second Team: 1994 (UPI) 1995 (UPI), (6) - 1992, 1993, 1994*, 1995, 1996*, 1997*, At time of his retirement following 2000 season
I know it's hot. He had his arm in a sling. Warren Moon, Reggie White, Harry Carson and Rayfield Wright played the game the way it should be played. Troy established many school records including 24 touchdown passes in a season, 228 completions in a season and 32 completions in a game. (Justin Casterline/Getty Images). You taught me about discipline, toughness, and life's most important lesson: To never quit. There are two other people that deserve mention. Cowboys running back Emmitt Smith became the NFL's all-time leading rusher on Oct. 27, 2002, an accomplishment he sought as a teenager in Pensacola, Fla . He knew the things he had to do to give his team the best chance to win. [Tied for 2nd] Most Times Sacked, Game - 11 (vs. Philadelphia, Sept. 15, 1991), [1st] Highest Completion Percentage, Career - 70.0
The first is Leigh Steinberg. It's fitting that he's the first of that group to enter the Hall of Fame. Ernie Zampese, my offensive coordinator in Dallas for four years, including when we won Super Bowl XXX. Although it wasn't one that allowed me to put up big numbers, that was fine. You know what I'm talking about. [2nd] Lowest Percentage Passes Intercepted, Season - 1.59 (1998)
I told him, I've never seen anything like it. Troy had the ability to make the play when it mattered the most. Presenter: Norv Turner, Former Dallas Cowboys assistant coach and longtime NFL head coach
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