Troy Aikman
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Pro Football Hall of Fame
Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his fifth year of eligibility, honoring his 94-71 record, six Pro Bowls, and leadership of America's Team dynasty.
2000 1
Retires from NFL
Aikman announced retirement at age 34 after 12 seasons with Dallas, hampered by injuries; finished with 32,942 yards, 165 TDs, 141 INTs, and three Super Bowl rings.
1999 1
Concussion-Plagued Season
Endured multiple concussions, including a severe one in the playoff loss to Vikings, accelerating physical toll and signaling decline after decade of punishment.
1996 1
Massive Contract Extension
Signed a then-record 7-year, $50 million extension with the Cowboys, solidifying his status as the NFL's top-paid quarterback amid ongoing contention window.
1995 1
Third Super Bowl Victory
Aikman guided the Cowboys to Super Bowl XXX triumph over the Steelers, 27-17, completing 15-of-23 for 209 yards and a TD in the capstone of Dallas' dynasty.
1994 1
Major Back Injury
Suffered a devastating spinal injury (fractured transverse process) in Week 7 vs. Redskins, missing five games and derailing Cowboys' three-peat hopes that year.
1993 2
NFL MVP Award
Aikman won NFL MVP honors after a stellar 12-4 season, passing for 3,100 yards, 23 TDs, and only 7 INTs while anchoring the Cowboys' repeat championship run.
Second Straight Super Bowl Win
Led Dallas to Super Bowl XXVIII victory over the Bills again, completing 17-of-27 passes for 207 yards and a TD in a 30-13 win, cementing back-to-back titles.
1992 2
Super Bowl XXVII Champions
Aikman threw four touchdown passes in a 52-17 rout of the Buffalo Bills, earning Super Bowl MVP honors in the Cowboys' first Super Bowl win of the 1990s dynasty.
First Pro Bowl Selection
Aikman earned his first Pro Bowl nod after leading the Cowboys to a 13-3 record, throwing for 2,754 yards, 16 TDs, and just 9 INTs in his breakout season.
1989 1
Drafted by Cowboys
Troy Aikman was the first overall pick in the 1989 NFL Draft by the Dallas Cowboys, selected out of UCLA after winning the Heisman Trophy runner-up honors.
Frequently Asked Questions About Troy Aikman
How does Dak Prescott compare to Troy Aikman?
Prescott's a fine quarterback—efficient, durable, competitive—but Aikman won three Super Bowls and dragged some mediocre Cowboys teams to the playoffs through sheer will. Dak's got the arm talent Aikman lacked, but Troy had that intangible thing: he made everyone around him better. Different eras, different rules, but Aikman's resume speaks louder.
Is Troy Aikman in the Pro Football Hall of Fame?
No, Aikman's not in Canton, which remains one of the Hall's most baffling omissions. Three Super Bowl rings, 32,942 yards, and nearly 25 years as an elite analyst should've sealed it years ago. His exclusion says more about Hall voters' weird biases than it does about his credentials.
What is Troy Aikman doing now in 2026?
Aikman's currently advising the Miami Dolphins on their coaching and GM search while maintaining his role as ESPN's Monday Night Football analyst. He's leveraging his three decades of NFL experience and league relationships to guide Miami's front-office rebuild, a consultant gig that extends beyond his initial GM-search involvement.
How would Troy Aikman perform in today's NFL?
He'd thrive. Aikman's underrated athletically and had a quick release—modern rules eliminating the bump-and-run would've freed his receivers even more. His decision-making was elite; he'd adapt instantly. Give him today's passing rules and he's pushing 40+ touchdown seasons. The game's evolved toward his strengths.
How does Troy Aikman compare to Roger Staubach?
Aikman edges the Dandy—his 69.66 passer rating beats Staubach's 67.55, and he won three rings to Roger's one. Both defined Cowboys football, but Aikman did it in a tougher era with better competition. Staubach's the legend; Aikman's the better quarterback.