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Bob Lilly, in full Robert Lewis Lilly, (born July 26, 1939, Olney, Texas, U.S.), American gridiron football player who is considered one of the greatest defensive linemen in National Football League (NFL) history. As the anchor of the Dallas Cowboys’ “ Doomsday Defense,” he helped the team win its first Super Bowl title (1972).

1. First and foremost November 23, 1975 - Philadelphia Eagles guard John Niland (74) (left) shakes hands with retired Dallas Cowboys tackle Bob Lilly (74) during half-time ceremonies honoring...

If there was ever a player who personified the Dallas Cowboys, it was Bob Lilly. Before his 14-year career with the Cowboys, Lilly was born and raised in Texas, played most of his prep career in Texas, and even played college ball in the Lone Star state. “Mr. Cowboy” arrived in 1961 when Dallas selected him with its first official NFL Draft pick.

Learn More. Bob Lilly was a two-time All-Southwest Conference pick and a consensus All-America choice at Texas Christian before the Dallas Cowboys' selected him as the franchise's first draft choice in 1961. For the next 14 seasons, his play on defense was so outstanding that he became popularly known as "Mr. Cowboy."

The electricity was ignited by Bob Lilly, aka “Mr. Cowboy”. Many of the older fans remember Lilly's playing days back in the 1960′s, including the tossing of the helmet, which traveled 50 ...

Bob Lilly. Robert Lewis Lilly (Tiger) Position: DT-DE. 6-5 , 260lb (196cm, 117kg) Born: July 26 in Olney, TX (Age: 84-063d) More bio, uniform, draft, salary info. Hall of Fame. 11x Pro Bowl. 7x All-Pro.

DALLAS — Bob Lilly was the oldest brother of the Dallas Cowboys franchise in that he experienced most of the "firsts": first ever draft pick, inaugural member of the Ring of Honor, and first...

Nobody is better than Bob Lilly." Lilly was a two-time All-American defensive end at Texas Christian University and a two-time all-Soutdwest Conference team selection. Born July 26 1939, in Olney, Texas.