Most Cowboys fans know Hall of Famer Bob Lilly as “Mr. Cowboy,” but one surprising piece of franchise history caught even the Dallas Express Sports Network crew off guard.
In this segment, the panel reacts to the little-known fact that the Cowboys did not take part in a traditional college draft during their first season in 1960, making Lilly’s path to Dallas more unusual than many fans realize.
The episode also features Lilly telling the story of being drafted by both Dallas teams at the time — the Cowboys and the Texans — and how he ultimately chose the Cowboys.
The conversation mixes Cowboys history with a lighter moment on set, giving the segment both a strong football angle and some personality.
Watch the full video below to hear the story and see the panel’s reaction.