Rayfield Wright
Inducted:
2006
Player Stats
6 ft 6 in (1.98 m)
270 lb (122 kg)
Born:
August 23, 1945
Griffin, Georgia, U.S.
Died:
April 7, 2022
Willow Park, Texas, U.S.
Position:
Offensive tackle
College:
Fort Valley State (1963–1966)
Rayfield Wright was one of the most dominant offensive tackles of his era, anchoring the Dallas Cowboys’ offensive line with rare athleticism, power, and consistency. Nicknamed “The Big Cat” for his agility, Wright seamlessly transitioned from tight end to tackle early in his career and quickly became a cornerstone of the Cowboys’ success. His ability to neutralize elite pass rushers, protect the quarterback, and dominate in the run game helped Dallas become one of the league’s most explosive offenses during the 1970s.
Wright played in five Super Bowls and was a key part of two championship teams, earning a reputation as a calm, dependable leader on and off the field. His strength, footwork, and competitiveness set a new standard for offensive tackle play. For his outstanding contributions to one of football’s great dynasties, Rayfield Wright was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2006.
Wright's Awards and Honors
- 2× Super Bowl champion (VI, XII)
- 3× First-team All-Pro (1971–1973)
- 3× Second-team All-Pro (1974–1976)
- 6× Pro Bowl (1971–1976)
- NFL 1970s All-Decade Team
NFL Records
- Dominant performer in five Super Bowls
- Successfully transitioned from tight end to elite tackle
- One of the most athletic tackles of the 1970s
NFL Teams
Dallas Cowboys (1967–1979)
Philadelphia Eagles (1980)
NFL Draft:
1967: 7th round, 182nd overall pick
Dallas Cowboys
Number Worn:
85, 67, 70
NFL Stats
Seasons:
13 (1967–1979)
Games Played:
166
Games Started:
114
Fumble recoveries:
4
Receiving Yards:
27
Receiving Touchdowns:
1
Reception:
2
Yards per reception:
13.5