Top 5 Biggest Comebacks in Dallas Cowboys History

Ranking the Top 5 Cowboys Comebacks

• 🎯 The Ultimate Dallas Sports Show ranks the top five biggest and best comebacks in Cowboys history, considering more than just the point differential.
• 💡 The criteria for inclusion go beyond simple spreadsheets, focusing on the significance and impact of the comeback.

Number 5: 2014 vs. Rams

• 🚀 In the 2014 season, Tony Romo led the Cowboys back from a 21-0 deficit against the Rams in St. Louis.
• 📈 Dallas eventually took a 10-point lead in the fourth quarter, highlighting a strong offensive performance in one of the team's best seasons.

Number 4: Playoff Comeback vs. Lions

• playoff game, Romo guided the Cowboys from an early 14-point deficit against a strong Lions team.
• ⚠️ This game is notably remembered for a controversial no-call late in the game, marking the start of a difficult playoff series for Dallas.

Number 3: 1979 vs. Washington

• 🌟 Captain Comeback Roger Staubach led Dallas from a 17-0 deficit against Washington in the final week of the 1979 regular season.
• 🏈 Staubach orchestrated a 14-point fourth quarter, including the game-winning score to Tony Hill, securing a 35-34 victory.

Number 2: 1999 vs. Washington (Rocket Ismail Game)

• 🚀 Troy Aikman led a dramatic fourth-quarter comeback against division rival Washington in the 1999 season.
• 🏈 With a 21-point fourth quarter, including two touchdown passes to Michael Irvin, and Rocket Ismail's game-winner in overtime, Dallas won 41-35.

Number 1: 1972 Playoff vs. 49ers

• 🏆 Roger Staubach led the Cowboys from a 21-3 deficit in the second quarter against the 49ers in a 1972 playoff game.
• 🎯 Ron Sers caught the game-winning score from Staubach late in regulation, sealing a 30-28 victory and proving Dallas could beat San Francisco in the playoffs.

Discussion and Honorable Mentions

• 🗣️ The panel debated the inclusion of the recent win over the Eagles, with its potential to become a top comeback if it sparks a playoff run.
• 💡 Honorable mentions included the "Hail Mary" game (Staubach to Drew Pearson) and the Mad Bomber Clinton Longley game on Thanksgiving Day.
• ❓ There was a discussion about whether games that are close throughout, rather than featuring a large deficit, truly qualify as comebacks.