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Roger Staubach headlines best draft picks for Dallas Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys have been drafting players since 1961. Here’s a look at the best draft picks by position for the Cowboys:

OFFENSE

Quarterback: Roger Staubach, 10th round, 1964, Navy: The other obvious selection is Troy Aikman, the No. 1 overall pick in 1989 who won three Super Bowls in the 1990s. Staubach won two Super Bowls but the Cowboys showed tremendous foresight in taking him in the 10th round, knowing he had to fulfill Navy requirements before he would be eligible to play.

Running back: Emmitt Smith, first round, 1990, Florida: He's the NFL's all-time leading rusher, which is why he gets the nod over fellow Hall of Famer Tony Dorsett, the No.