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We’re counting down to the season opener (Day 78) with some Cowboys history
We’re counting down the days until the Dallas Cowboys battle the Philadelphia Eagles in the season opener of the 2025 NFL season. To pass the time and mark the days, we running through 100 Days of Cowboys. So sit back and enjoy some Cowboys history while we countdown to football.
Today - number 78.
Born: September 5, 1978. Wortham, Texas
Position: Offensive guard
Dallas Cowboys: 2007-2010
Awards: All-Pro- 2007
Pro Bowl- 2007, 2008, 2009
Leonard Davis played for the Dallas Cowboys from 2007 to 2010 after signing as a high-profile free agent from the Arizona Cardinals. Standing 6’6” and weighing over 360 pounds, Davis brought overwhelming size and strength to the Cowboys’ offensive line. He primarily played right guard in Dallas and quickly became a cornerstone of the unit, helping power one of the NFL’s top rushing attacks during his tenure. Davis was named to three Pro Bowls, all consecutively while playing for Dallas, and he played a key role in protecting Tony Romo and opening lanes for running backs like Marion Barber.
Best known for:
Davis was best known for his sheer physical dominance and size. He towered at 6-foot-6 and weighed a colossal 358 pounds.
Lesser known fact:
Outside of football, Davis is also a classically trained bass guitarist and has played in a heavy metal band. The band also featured Marc Colombo.
