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American Football Biography

Michael Irvin

American · Born 1966

The PlaymakerDallas CowboysReceiver Great
Wide Receiver
11904
receiving yards
65
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The Playmaker — the heart of the Dallas Cowboys dynasty, whose tenacious route-running, physical ability and relentless will to compete made him one of the 1990s' defining players.

Michael Irvin was the most complete receiver of the early 1990s and the emotional driver of the Dallas Cowboys dynasty. His five consecutive 1,000-yard receiving seasons (1991-95) were the core of three Super Bowl victories. His physical, combative approach to the position and absolute belief in his own ability made him one of the most compelling players of his era.

He holds the record for the fastest player to reach 500 career receptions in NFL history.

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Career Honours

  • Super Bowl XXVII XXVIII XXX Champion
  • 5 consecutive 1000-yard seasons
  • 3x Pro Bowl