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John Niland, Cowboys Legend, Passes at 82 | Huntsville News
Legendary Dallas Cowboys offensive guard John Niland, a cornerstone of the team’s first Super Bowl win and a three-time All-Pro, has passed away at 82. Drafted fifth overall in 1966, he anchored the Cowboys’ line for nine seasons before finishing with the Eagles, earning six straight Pro Bowl nods. A two-time All-American at Iowa, he’ll be remembered for his dominance on the field—and now, his brain will be studied by researchers to better understand long-term impacts of professional football. He leaves behind his wife Shaughn and daughters Jordan and Haven, with his family thanking fans for…
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