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Drew Pearson (1973-1983)
Drew Pearson was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Cowboys in 1973. He is arguably one of the best undrafted players of all time. He was named All-Pro three times (1974, 1976, 1977). He was also selected for the Pro Bowl three times. He led the NFL in receiving in 1976 with 58 receptions. When he retired he was the Cowboys all-time leading receiver with 489 receptions, 7,822 receiving yards, and 48 touchdown receptions. Pearson was also named to the 1970s All-Decade Team.
His nickname was “Mr. Clutch” because of his numerous game winning clutch catches. His most famous catch was the “Hail Mary” in 1975 against the Minnesota Vikings. In 1974, he caught the game winning touchdown on Thanksgiving Day against the Washington Redskins from Clint Long.