Today in Cowboys history - January 2, 1994

[big dog cowboy]

~ "THE EMMITT SMITH GAME" ~

Nothing else needs said.

 

[DallasEast]

The following shows all players in NFL history who have a combined: 1) 32 or more carries and 2) 10 or more receptions in a game.

Emmitt Smith​

Bonus trivia: Smith was a perfect 10-for-10 in receiving attempts--WITH that bum shoulder.

Hall of Famer.

Legend of the game.

 

[AmericasTeam81]

After this game was over I knew I had watched something amazing and historic with Emmitt’s performance.

 

[MMILLER360]

I remember watching this, a bunch of snow dumped on the DMV. Start of the 4th quarter my GF's mom calls my house and tells my mother that my GF's brother got in a car accident due to the icy roads. I was in the dog house for months because I wouldn't take her to the hospital until after the game.

 

[Captain-Crash]

Troy Hambrick wouldn't even let anyone know his shoulder was hurting.

 

[MarkP88]

~ "THE EMMITT SMITH GAME" ~

Nothing else needs said.

I was there. Unbelievable that it's been over 30 years.

 

[BoysForLife]

Even more impressive--this was on that old Astro turf. Basically a driving range mat placed over a concrete slab.

Can't imagine the pain he dealt with.
Physical ability and toughness is one thing, and he showed it.
But to me, the most impressive thing is the mental toughness that had to take, to literally will yourself into a state where you could perform in that kind of duress.

Heart of a damn lion. Love that dude. Warrior.

 

[WillieBeamen]

Best RB of all-time



Also, i get sad watching these old highlights. Comparing those legendary teams to the clowns now we watch every Sunday. Its a damn shame what Jerry has turned this franchise into

 

[MarcusRock]

Always thought this should have received more prominence in general football lore but it wasn't the playoffs which is what everyone celebrates for great performances.

 

[Cowboys5217]

Best all around game by a RB in history including doing it injured.

 

[BotchedLobotomy]

I always chuckle at how comically large shoulder pads were back then.

 

[Thomas82]

After this game was over I knew I had watched something amazing and historic with Emmitt’s performance.

I understood that as well, even at 14 years old.

 

[Thomas82]

Best all around game by a RB in history including doing it injured.

The GOAT of big-game running backs.

 

[Thomas82]

I was there. Unbelievable that it's been over 30 years.

Even though I was in the 8th grade at that time, I still remember it like it was yesterday.

 

[CoachD]

Eddie Murray for the win!

 

[plasticman]

Lose that game and the Cowboys don't make it to the Super Bowl.

"Emmitt Smith is a luxury, not a necessity"

Jerry Jones said that in September when Emmitt was holding out. The Cowboys went from 0-2 to the division title after the "Emmitt" game and then to the Super Bowl championship where Emmitt was the MVP.

"Emmitt Smith is a luxury, not a necessity"

That statement is the epitome of Jerry Jones's credibility as an analyst of NFL talent.

 

[roll-out]

Emmitt , Brady, Rice..the GOATS

 

[windward]

I remember watching this and then after my Mom took me to the movies with her because she wanted to watch Mrs. Doubtfire.

 

[MonkeymanWoes]

I remember watching this, a bunch of snow dumped on the DMV. Start of the 4th quarter my GF's mom calls my house and tells my mother that my GF's brother got in a car accident due to the icy roads. I was in the dog house for months because I wouldn't take her to the hospital until after the game.

This story is certainly worthy of a "like".

 

[BoysForLife]

I remember watching this, a bunch of snow dumped on the DMV. Start of the 4th quarter my GF's mom calls my house and tells my mother that my GF's brother got in a car accident due to the icy roads. I was in the dog house for months because I wouldn't take her to the hospital until after the game.

Was he in serious/critical condition? Or just a few bumps and bruises and a checkup?

Also--did your GF have a car? If so, why didn't she just drive herself there?

These details matter if we are to properly assess if you are a scoundrel or not......