Doug Cosbie


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Position: TE
Date of Birth: March 27, 1956
Height / Weight: 6'6" / 236 lbs
First Team: DAL (1979)
Last Team: DAL (1988)

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Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Doug Cosbie Career Overview

Position: Tight End (TE)
Date of Birth: March 27, 1956

Professional Career

  • Team: Dallas Cowboys (DAL)
  • Years Played: 1979 - 1988

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the 4th round of the 1979 NFL Draft.
  • Key contributor to the Cowboys' offense throughout the 1980s.
  • Played in Super Bowl XII (1978 season) and Super Bowl XIII (1979 season), contributing to the team's championship runs.
  • Recorded 224 receptions for 3,339 yards and 20 touchdowns over his NFL career.
  • Known for his reliable hands and ability to create mismatches against defenses.
  • Was part of the Cowboys team that won three NFC East titles and made multiple playoff appearances during his tenure.

Post-NFL Career

  • After retiring from professional football, Doug Cosbie has been involved in various business ventures and has contributed to football as a commentator and analyst.

Legacy

Doug Cosbie is remembered as a solid tight end who played a crucial role in the Dallas Cowboys' success during a pivotal era in the franchise's history. His contributions on the field helped shape the team's identity in the late 1970s and 1980s.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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