I'd like to first of all say that I'm very pleased to see all the people who have stuck around here today. Troy was consistently the most accurate passer I've ever seen. I enjoyed the best seat in the house as I watched Emmitt Smith run his way to the NFL's all time rushing record. In Dallas, my role as the quarterback was to move our team down the field and score points. A few weeks later, we had the chance to go out in the field for the first time. [2nd] Most Passes Intercepted, Career - 17 [2nd] Most Pass Completions, Game - 30 (at San Francisco, Jan. 15, 1995) During that 10 year era, Troy was the winningest quarterback in the National Football League. Weight: 217. [1st] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Season - 69.1 (1993) It wouldn't have happened without the help of a lot of great coaches. Leigh was my agent throughout my career. (Those fans will at least get a Darrelle Revis Pro Football Hall of Fame . [1st] Most Games, 300 or More Passing Yards, Career - 4 We could have given it to Emmitt?". [3rd] Most Consecutive Passes Attempted, None Intercepted - 88 (1994-96) Terri and Tami were pretty good athletes themselves. You know what I'm talking about. [1st] Most Consecutive Games, Touchdown Pass - 5 (1992-1993, 1994-1995) [3rd] Highest Passing Attempts/Sack Ratio, Season - 26.8 (1996) [2nd] Most Pass Completions, Season - 302 (1992) Johnson went 80-64 in nine NFL seasons, including four with the. Watching Norv Turner present him, and Troy Aikman deliver his Pro Football Hall of Fame acceptance speech, was dream-like for a guy who wrote 8 billion words about No. He knew the things he had to do to give his team the best chance to win. I feel privileged to present Troy today. There's not a better example of Leigh's support for his clients than the fact that. Fox News Flash top sports headlines for November 29. I look forward to many return trips to the Canton area in the future years. [2nd] Most Pass Completions, Season - 302 (1992) Thank you, Strapper. [2nd] Most Yards Gained, Game - 455 (vs. Minnesota, Nov. 26, 1998) I think Reggie got in on that one also. You've always given more than you've gotten, yet I don't think you'd have it any other way. I joked to Troy, We've got to get you to get rid of that ball a little quicker. [2nd] Most Touchdowns Passing, Career - 23 Say yes 7 little words. I would have loved to have had any one of them on my team. Although my time at Oklahoma was brief, it was there that I first learned how difficult playing the quarterback position could be. Some guard against overconfidence. It's said you're judged by the company you keep. Today Troy is being honored as one of the greatest players ever. [1st] Most Consecutive Games, Touchdown Pass - 16 (1993-1994) NFL broadcaster Troy Aikman was not pleased with the Indianapolis Colts' display of inept offense during Monday night's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. [1st] Lowest Percentage Passes Intercepted, Rookie Season - 6.14 (1989) Irvin, Novacek, and Harper, each had more than 100 yards receiving. The four of you make me so proud and give my life purpose, I'm so thankful to have such a wonderful family. Birthdate: November 21, 1966. They all made significant contributions to their teams, and that's why they're here. Id have to say, though, that the Super Bowl was my greatest moment in sports, and it was also my most emotional moment.. [1st] Most Passing Attempts, Rookie Season - 293 (1989) You also have those "why's." 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. As the young quarterback improved, however, so too did the Cowboys' record. In February 2006, Aikman was voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio. Super Bowl XXVII- Dallas Cowboys 52, Buffalo Bills 17 I remember after the workout calling my good friend and coach Ernie Zampese. All rights reserved. If that's true, I'm in great standing today. I really felt was Troy's drive, along with coach Jimmy Johnson's leadership, that had accounted for that worst to first you just saw on the screen. I am humbled to be welcomed to the Pro Football Hall of Fame and I thank you. I know it's been a long day. [1st] Most Passing Yards Gained, Rookie Season - 1,749 (1989) Troy has also been selected to six Pro Bowl teams while throwing for over 28,000 yards and 141 touchdowns. I always took great pride in being a part of the triplets with Michael and Emmitt. What Norv Turner would say was this: Sometimes we have to remind ourselves that these are the jobs we've always dreamed of having. COLTS' JEFF SATURDAY EXPLAINS REFUSAL TO USE TIMEOUTS ON FINAL DRIVE: 'FELT LIKE WE HAD TIME'. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. Coach Donahue, thank you for providing me an opportunity at UCLA and having such a positive influence on my life. Pittsburgh beat Indy 24-17, partially due to clock mismanagement in the game's final minutes. I'm also very grateful to my family. It's said you're judged by the company you keep. Throughout the game, the three-time Super Bowl winner continued to share his sentiments about what he viewed as offensive ineptitude. Unfortunately, during his final two seasons, injuries began to take a toll on the Dallas quarterback and the team's winning ways. [2nd] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Season - 65.3 (1991) There are other daily puzzles for January 17 2023 - 7 Little Words: Like the NFL's big Bowl 7 little words. When I look back at my football career and the championship seasons, I think of all my teammates from Henrietta to UCLA to Dallas that shared in all those moments. That decision would turn around my career. [Tied for 3rd] Most Consecutive Passes Completed - 12 (at Green Bay, Oct. 6, 1991), [1st] Most Passing Attempts, Career - 502 He's the big brother I never had. [1st] Highest Passing Attempts/Sack Ratio, Career - 19.2 Of all those years, Norv and I were together for only three. 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. Indianapolis' season has not met expectations. It was a signature moment in NFL history. Answer: Aikman. The four of you make me so proud and give my life purpose, I'm so thankful to have such a wonderful family. I really felt was Troy's drive, along with coach Jimmy Johnson's leadership, that had accounted for that worst to first you just saw on the screen. At time of his retirement following 2000 season. Jimmy insisted on it. Led team to three Super Bowl winsWinningest starting quarterback of the 1990s with 90 of 94 career wins occurring in the decadeHeld or tied 47 Dallas passing records Posted 13 regular season and four playoff 300-yard passing gamesNamed to six Pro Bowls, All-Pro 1993, All-NFC Second Team 1994, 1995 Born November 21, 1966, in West Covina, California. He didn't laugh. I don't anticipate missing many Hall of Fame weekends. But I feel more privileged to have been his close friend throughout the years. Norv was my coach for three years. Mom, you're an amazing woman. Mark Tuinei, Nate Newton, Mark Stepnoski, John Gesek, Eric Williams, Larry Allen, and Kevin Gogan. Leigh was my agent throughout my career. Troy hit him right between the numbers. There's now a new team of Aikman women in my life. [3rd] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Season - 64.8 (1995) Over the next three seasons, the Cowboys enjoyed three consecutive 12-4 records and victories in Super Bowls XXVIII and XXX. The Colts (4-7-1) travel to Arlington this week for a matchup against the Cowboys (8-3) Sunday night. I've known Mark since I was 22 years old. There's not a better example of Leigh's support for his clients than the fact that Warren Moon selected him to be his presenter today. Passing Touchdown Leader: 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 1997 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year [1st] Most Passing Yards Gained, Game, Rookie Season - 379 (at Phoenix, Nov. 12, 1989) What Norv Turner would say was this: Sometimes we have to remind ourselves that these are the jobs we've always dreamed of having. I look forward to many return trips to the Canton area in the future years. That's it. He had his arm in a sling. [3rd] Most Pass Completions, Game - 28 (vs. Green Bay, Jan. 16, 1994) Following high school, I attended Oklahoma University and was coached by one of the winningest coaches in college football history, Barry Switzer. I wouldn't be here without you. [1st] Highest Passing Attempts/Sack Ratio, Season - 36.0 (1998) I was also lucky to grow up with two terrific sisters, at least most of the time (smiling). [1st] Most Passing Attempts, No Interceptions, Game - 57 (vs. Minnesota, Nov. 26, 1998) Alvin Harper ran a slant. Troy Aikman: Joe Burrow has 'that edge to him'. I really felt was Troy's drive, along with coach Jimmy Johnson's leadership, that had accounted for that worst to first you just saw on the screen. Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Troy Aikman discusses Dallas Cowboys, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow and more. He also made it clear he believes quarterback Matt Ryan is at the end of his career and noted he was shocked by Indy's desire to throw the football instead of opting to run more. For most, that's probably true, but not for me. [Tied for 3rd] Most Consecutive Passes Completed - 12 (at Green Bay, Oct. 6, 1991), [1st] Most Passing Attempts, Career - 502 Unfortunately, during his final two seasons, injuries began to take a toll on the Dallas quarterback and the team's winning ways. There are two other people that deserve mention. [1st] Most Passing Yards Gained, Rookie Season - 1,749 (1989) [1st] Most Passes Intercepted, Career - 141 So many other coaches are responsible for my development as a player. I'm also honored to have Norv Turner here today as my presenter. [3rd] Highest Completion Percentage, Career - 63.8 I don't anticipate missing many Hall of Fame weekends. 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. As I moved on to junior high and high school ball in Henrietta, Oklahoma, with the Henrietta Hens that's right, our mascot was the Hens, Fighting Hens as if maybe that instilled a little bit of doubt in our opponents' minds. Irsay replaced Reich with former Colts center Jeff Saturday on an interim basis. troy aikman hall of fame speechfrankie ryan city on a hill dead. AboutPressCopyrightContact usCreatorsAdvertiseDevelopersTermsPrivacyPolicy &. You taught me about discipline, toughness, and life's most important lesson: To never quit. [Tied for 2nd] Most Times Sacked, Game - 11 (vs. Philadelphia, Sept. 15, 1991), [1st] Highest Completion Percentage, Career - 70.0 I, too, am saddened by the absence of Reggie White, an amazing player and even better man who left us far too soon. Ernie, I say thank you for everything. He'd say this when times were tough, maybe we'd lost a close game, I'd thrown the deciding interception or the grind and the rigors of the season were beginning to take their toll on me. In 1999, he was inducted into the UCLA Sports Hall of Fame. [1st] Highest Passing Attempts/Sack Ratio, Career - 19.2 But my greatest blessings in life have been my family and friends. Norv was my coach for three years. I was blessed to be coached by some of the game's best, beginning with my earliest years of junior All American football in Cerritos, California, with the Suburban Hornets. [1st] Most Consecutive Seasons Leading Team, Passing - 12 (1989-00) 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. An All-America at UCLA, Aikman joined the Dallas Cowboys as the first overall pick in the 1989 NFL Draft. Id have to say, though, that the Super Bowl was my greatest moment in sports, and it was also my most emotional moment.. In addition to great coaching and ownership, I had the pleasure with playing with a very gifted and special group of players. When I was a kid, all I ever wanted to be was a professional athlete. I did what was asked to help the team win. With Troy, you didn't have those "if's" and "why's." Troy's greater strength as a player was his ability to focus and stay focused in the most unusual circumstances. [Tied for 2nd] Most Consecutive Completions, Game - 10 (SB XXX, vs. Pittsburgh) Presenter: Norv Turner, Former Dallas Cowboys assistant coach and longtime NFL head coach He meant that much to my career and to the Dallas Cowboys. Up and Down arrows will open main level menus and toggle through sub tier links. Mario Orasco, Rod Davis, Manny DeSalvo taught me the fundamentals of the game and what it meant to be a good sport. That's what he was about then, and still is to this day. That decision would turn around my career. And I thank him for having the biggest single influence on my career. Coach Donahue represented UCLA with class and integrity and was a great example for the young men that he coached. Ernie, I say thank you for everything. I wouldn't be here without you. I played professional football. I, too, am saddened by the absence of Reggie White, an amazing player and even better man who left us far too soon. [1st] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Career - 61.5 Over the next three seasons, the Cowboys enjoyed three consecutive 12-4 records and victories in Super Bowls XXVIII and XXX. [2nd] Most Passing Yards Gained, Game - 337 (vs. Green Bay, Jan. 8, 1995) If you look at his greatest games, they came against the best teams and they came in the playoffs. We had a good system in Dallas. Few have had the great release, the unbelievable arm strength, and incredible accuracy of Troy Aikman. I further explained my answer. My mother, Charlynn sacrificed so much for myself and my two sisters, shuttling us to practices, attending our games, fixing meals, keeping our uniforms clean, and basically always being there for us whenever we needed her, regardless of whatever else might have been occupying her time at the moment. Over the last three days we've been here, the hospitality that they've shown myself and family has been nothing short of spectacular. Troy was consistently the most accurate passer I've ever seen. Enshrined into Pro Football Hall of Fame: August 5, 2006 Presenter: Norv Turner, Former Dallas Cowboys assistant coach and longtime NFL head coach Rick Enis, Danny Spurlock, Ken Lackey, Steve Axman, Rick Neuheisel, Jerry Rhome, Hudson Houck, Joe Avazzano. TROY AIKMAN (Opening Comments): . Jimmy's boldness set the tone for a young group of players who didn't know much about winning but were eager to learn. Indianapolis only put up three points over the game's first two quarters. But I feel more privileged to have been his close friend throughout the years. When I was a kid, all I ever wanted to be was a professional athlete. [2nd] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Season - 65.3 (1991) [1st] Lowest Percentage Passes Intercepted, Season - 1.53 (1993) There were no "if's." Didn't take long to see that Jimmy was unique, and it wasn't just because of his hair. That I was able to do so with so many great players and coaches and win three World Championships and wind up here today with all these great men in gold jackets, well, it's almost too much to believe. 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. video. Leigh was my agent throughout my career. Norv Turner (presenter): I told them I'd choose Troy. That's what he was about then, and still is to this day. The first is Leigh Steinberg. [2nd] Lowest Percentage Passes Intercepted, Season - 1.59 (1998) 8, Troy Aikman. In Dallas, my role as the quarterback was to move our team down the field and score points. [1st] Most Pass Completions, Career - 320 It's a great honor and thrill to present to the Hall of Fame, Dallas quarterback, No. 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. Troy Aikman was the Dallas Cowboys QB from 1989-2000. [Tied for 1st] Most Times Sacked, Game - 11 (vs. Philadelphia, Sept. 15, 1991) I'd also like to thank the many friends, family and fans who have traveled great distances to share this moment with me today. 8, Troy Aikman. Rhonda, you're a wonderful mother, an example to our three daughters, Rachel, Jordan, and Alex. I thank all of you. [3rd] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Game - 73.33 (SB XXVII, vs. Buffalo) During that span, the All-American led the Bruins to a 20-4 record. Quarterback Troy Aikman finished his collegiate career as the third rated passer in NCAA history. 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 Michael Irvin, whose work ethic was second to none, was one of the most special teammates I've ever had the opportunity to play with. I was also protected for many years by one of the best offensive lines of all time. [1st] Highest Pass Completion Percentage, Game - 76.67 (vs. Green Bay, Jan. 8, 1995) Alvin ran down the field inside the ten, and took Troy, himself, and the rest of the Cowboys right to the Super Bowl. Didn't take long to see that Jimmy was unique, and it wasn't just because of his hair. If you look at his greatest games, they came against the best teams and they came in the playoffs. For as long as I can remember, all I ever wanted was to play pro sports. 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