Danny White

Danny White transitioned from a collegiate All-American quarterback and punter to a Super Bowl champion with the Dallas Cowboys, later becoming a successful Arena Football League head coach. After quarterbacking Arizona State University to a remarkable 32–4 record, three Western Athletic Conference championships, and three Fiesta Bowl victories between 1971 and 1973, Danny White solidified his reputation as an elite collegiate athlete. During this period, he compiled 6,717 passing yards and 64 touchdowns, while also maintaining an impressive average of 41.7 yards per punt. His outstanding performance earned him All-American honors and the WAC Offensive Player of the Year award in 1973.

Upon Roger Staubach’s retirement in 1979, White took over as the Cowboys’ starting quarterback in 1980, continuing to punt for the team until 1984. He guided the Cowboys to five playoff appearances, including three consecutive NFC Championship Games from 1980 to 1982, and received Pro Bowl and second-team All-Pro honors in 1982. White concluded his NFL playing career in 1988, having completed 1,761 passes on 2,950 attempts for 21,959 yards, 155 touchdowns, and 132 interceptions. He also punted 610 times for a total of 24,509 yards.

His combined AFL coaching record stands at an impressive 162–95, demonstrating a consistent track record of success with 10 playoff appearances in 11 seasons. Currently, White continues to contribute his extensive football expertise as a color commentator for Dallas Cowboys games, broadcasting on Compass Media Networks’ America’s Team Radio Network.