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oger Thomas Staubach (born February 5, 1942), nicknamed "Roger the Dodger", "Captain America" and "Captain Comeback",[1] is a former American football quarterback in the National Football League (NFL).
He attended the U.S. Naval Academy where he won the 1963 Heisman Trophy, and after graduation he served in the U.S. Navy, including a tour of duty in Vietnam. Staubach joined the Dallas Cowboys in 1969 and played with the club during all 11 seasons of his career. He led the team to the Super Bowl five times, four as the starting quarterback. He led the Cowboys to victories in Super Bowl VI and Super Bowl XII. Staubach was named Most Valuable Player of Super Bowl VI, becoming the first of four players to win both the Heisman Trophy and Super Bowl MVP, along with Jim Plunkett, Marcus Allen and Desmond Howard. He was named to the Pro Bowl six times during his 11-year NFL career. He is currently executive chairman of Jones Lang LaSalle.[2]
U.S. Navy officer
During his junior year at the Naval Academy, Staubach's color-blindness was detected. He was permitted to become the Naval Academy's first graduate to be commissioned directly into the Supply Corps, which did not necessitate being able to tell the difference between red (port) and green (starboard) lights or to discern the color differences in electrical circuitry.[13]
Roger Staubach tosses a pass against Maryland.
After graduating from the Naval Academy in June 1965,[14] Staubach could have requested an assignment in the United States, but he chose to volunteer for a one-year tour of duty in Vietnam. He served as a Supply Corps officer for the Navy at the Chu Lai base/port (a secondary air base providing relief for Da Nang Air Base approximately 50 miles (80 km) to the northwest) until 1967. Staubach commanded 41 enlisted men.[15]
Staubach returned from Vietnam in September 1967,[16] and spent the rest of his naval career in the United States. He played football on various service teams to prepare for his future career in the National Football League.
He attended the U.S. Naval Academy where he won the 1963 Heisman Trophy, and after graduation he served in the U.S. Navy, including a tour of duty in Vietnam. Staubach joined the Dallas Cowboys in 1969 and played with the club during all 11 seasons of his career. He led the team to the Super Bowl five times, four as the starting quarterback. He led the Cowboys to victories in Super Bowl VI and Super Bowl XII. Staubach was named Most Valuable Player of Super Bowl VI, becoming the first of four players to win both the Heisman Trophy and Super Bowl MVP, along with Jim Plunkett, Marcus Allen and Desmond Howard. He was named to the Pro Bowl six times during his 11-year NFL career. He is currently executive chairman of Jones Lang LaSalle.[2]
U.S. Navy officer
During his junior year at the Naval Academy, Staubach's color-blindness was detected. He was permitted to become the Naval Academy's first graduate to be commissioned directly into the Supply Corps, which did not necessitate being able to tell the difference between red (port) and green (starboard) lights or to discern the color differences in electrical circuitry.[13]
Roger Staubach tosses a pass against Maryland.
After graduating from the Naval Academy in June 1965,[14] Staubach could have requested an assignment in the United States, but he chose to volunteer for a one-year tour of duty in Vietnam. He served as a Supply Corps officer for the Navy at the Chu Lai base/port (a secondary air base providing relief for Da Nang Air Base approximately 50 miles (80 km) to the northwest) until 1967. Staubach commanded 41 enlisted men.[15]
Staubach returned from Vietnam in September 1967,[16] and spent the rest of his naval career in the United States. He played football on various service teams to prepare for his future career in the National Football League.
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Roger Staubach: A Football Life - Captain America
"A Football Life: Roger Staubach" documents how Staubach came close to never stepping on a football field. Take a look at how Staubach was able to overcome a...
Thank you, my friend Maj Marty Hogan for making us aware that February 5 is the anniversary of the birth of U.S. Naval Academy graduate and former American football quarterback in the National Football League (NFL) Roger Thomas Staubach.
Happy 76th Birthday Roger Staubach.
"A Football Life: Roger Staubach" documents how Staubach came close to never stepping on a football field. Take a look at how Staubach was able to overcome adversity and become Captain America.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46hQll60Ad0
1. Background from IMDB imdb.com/name/nm0823872/bio
"Overview
Born February 5, 1942 in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
Birth Name Roger Thomas Staubach
Nickname Roger the Dodger
Height 6' 3" (1.91 m)
Mini Bio Roger Staubach was born on February 5, 1942 in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA as Roger Thomas Staubach. He is a writer and producer, known for Hail Mary: The Drew Pearson Roger Staubach Story, SLANT 45: The Movie (2011) and First Cowboys. He has been married to Marianne Staubach since September 4, 1965. They have five children.
Spouse Marianne Staubach
(4 September 1965 - present) ( 5 children)
Trivia (14)
1. 1963 Heisman Trophy winning quarterback noted for last-minute heroics. Guided the Dallas Cowboys to two Super Bowl victories. Was voted the MVP in Super Bowl VI. Enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1985.
2. Played for the Dallas Cowboys from 1969 to 1979.
3. Has a NASCAR racing team with Troy Aikman.
4. 1963 Heisman Trophy winner with the U.S. Naval Academy. Led the Midshipmen to a Cotton Bowl win that year over Texas.
5. Drafted in the 10th round of the NFL Draft by the Dallas Cowboys. Served his four-year Navy commitment, plus one year of voluntary service in Vietnam, before resigning his commission and joining the Cowboys in 1969 as a 27-year old rookie.
6. Inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1981.
7. Led the NFL in Passing Touchdowns (23) in 1973.
8. Led the NFL in Passer Rating in 1971 (104.8), 1973 (94.6), 1978 (84.9) and 1979 (92.3).
9. Inducted into the ESPN Dallas Hall of Fame in 2011 (inaugural class) with Nolan Ryan, Emmitt Smith, Tom Landry, and Troy Aikman.
10. Father of Jennifer Staubach Gates, Michelle Staubach, Amy Staubach, Stephanie Staubach, and Jeff Staubach.
11. His estimated net worth is $500 million.
12. Enrolled in the U.S. Naval Academy in 1961.
13. Induced into the NJCAA (National Junior College Athletic Association) Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame in 2016."
2. Background from USNA usna.edu/Notables/featured/09staubach.php
"As a midshipman, Roger Staubach was named recipient of college football's top honor, The Heisman Trophy. Staubach graduated from the Naval Academy in 1965 and went on to serve four years of active duty service in the Navy, with one year of overseas duty in Vietnam. Staubach played 11 years of professional football with the Dallas Cowboys and led the Cowboys to two Super Bowl victories. He was elected into the Hall of Fame in 1985, his first year of eligibility.
Outside of sports, in 1977 Staubach founded the Staubach Company; a commercial real estate firm that later merged with Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in 2008. He was CEO of Staubach Company for a number of years and following the merger became Executive Chairman, Americas.
Roger Staubach was on the Board of Directors of the United Way of America and the Board of Advisors of the Children's Scholarship Fund. He played an active part in the American Cancer Society Annual Children's Luncheon, and other civic, charitable and professional organizations. Honors bestowed on Roger include Office & Industrial Properties 1998 Executive of the Year, Commercial Property News Corporate Services Executive of the year both in 1999 & 2000, and was the NCAA 2000 "Teddy" Roosevelt Award Winner."
FYI COL Mikel J. Burroughs Lt Col John (Jack) Christensen PO1 H Gene Lawrence PO2 Kevin Parker CPT Scott Sharon SSG William Jones SGT John " Mac " McConnell SP5 Mark Kuzinski Maj Bill Smith, Ph.D. Maj William W. "Bill" Price Maj Marty Hogan SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL LTC Greg Henning LTC Jeff Shearer CWO3 Dennis M. PO3 Bob McCord SGT (Join to see) SPC Margaret Higgins
Happy 76th Birthday Roger Staubach.
"A Football Life: Roger Staubach" documents how Staubach came close to never stepping on a football field. Take a look at how Staubach was able to overcome adversity and become Captain America.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46hQll60Ad0
1. Background from IMDB imdb.com/name/nm0823872/bio
"Overview
Born February 5, 1942 in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
Birth Name Roger Thomas Staubach
Nickname Roger the Dodger
Height 6' 3" (1.91 m)
Mini Bio Roger Staubach was born on February 5, 1942 in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA as Roger Thomas Staubach. He is a writer and producer, known for Hail Mary: The Drew Pearson Roger Staubach Story, SLANT 45: The Movie (2011) and First Cowboys. He has been married to Marianne Staubach since September 4, 1965. They have five children.
Spouse Marianne Staubach
(4 September 1965 - present) ( 5 children)
Trivia (14)
1. 1963 Heisman Trophy winning quarterback noted for last-minute heroics. Guided the Dallas Cowboys to two Super Bowl victories. Was voted the MVP in Super Bowl VI. Enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1985.
2. Played for the Dallas Cowboys from 1969 to 1979.
3. Has a NASCAR racing team with Troy Aikman.
4. 1963 Heisman Trophy winner with the U.S. Naval Academy. Led the Midshipmen to a Cotton Bowl win that year over Texas.
5. Drafted in the 10th round of the NFL Draft by the Dallas Cowboys. Served his four-year Navy commitment, plus one year of voluntary service in Vietnam, before resigning his commission and joining the Cowboys in 1969 as a 27-year old rookie.
6. Inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1981.
7. Led the NFL in Passing Touchdowns (23) in 1973.
8. Led the NFL in Passer Rating in 1971 (104.8), 1973 (94.6), 1978 (84.9) and 1979 (92.3).
9. Inducted into the ESPN Dallas Hall of Fame in 2011 (inaugural class) with Nolan Ryan, Emmitt Smith, Tom Landry, and Troy Aikman.
10. Father of Jennifer Staubach Gates, Michelle Staubach, Amy Staubach, Stephanie Staubach, and Jeff Staubach.
11. His estimated net worth is $500 million.
12. Enrolled in the U.S. Naval Academy in 1961.
13. Induced into the NJCAA (National Junior College Athletic Association) Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame in 2016."
2. Background from USNA usna.edu/Notables/featured/09staubach.php
"As a midshipman, Roger Staubach was named recipient of college football's top honor, The Heisman Trophy. Staubach graduated from the Naval Academy in 1965 and went on to serve four years of active duty service in the Navy, with one year of overseas duty in Vietnam. Staubach played 11 years of professional football with the Dallas Cowboys and led the Cowboys to two Super Bowl victories. He was elected into the Hall of Fame in 1985, his first year of eligibility.
Outside of sports, in 1977 Staubach founded the Staubach Company; a commercial real estate firm that later merged with Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in 2008. He was CEO of Staubach Company for a number of years and following the merger became Executive Chairman, Americas.
Roger Staubach was on the Board of Directors of the United Way of America and the Board of Advisors of the Children's Scholarship Fund. He played an active part in the American Cancer Society Annual Children's Luncheon, and other civic, charitable and professional organizations. Honors bestowed on Roger include Office & Industrial Properties 1998 Executive of the Year, Commercial Property News Corporate Services Executive of the year both in 1999 & 2000, and was the NCAA 2000 "Teddy" Roosevelt Award Winner."
FYI COL Mikel J. Burroughs Lt Col John (Jack) Christensen PO1 H Gene Lawrence PO2 Kevin Parker CPT Scott Sharon SSG William Jones SGT John " Mac " McConnell SP5 Mark Kuzinski Maj Bill Smith, Ph.D. Maj William W. "Bill" Price Maj Marty Hogan SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL LTC Greg Henning LTC Jeff Shearer CWO3 Dennis M. PO3 Bob McCord SGT (Join to see) SPC Margaret Higgins
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Maj Marty Hogan - great share on Roger Staubach. A Naval Officer & great QB and Leader, who captained the Dallas Cowboys in the late 1970s and the eary 80s. I watched him as a young child and was amazed at the poise he displayed on the football field. He is the best QB the Cowboys have ever had...
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A man who served his country and then played the game of football with the same zeal.
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