Former Texas Football head coach Fred Akers honored for his contributions to the annual bowl game.
Former Texas Longhorns head coach Fred Akers was inducted into the Cotton Bowl Hall of Fame during enshrinement ceremonies at AT&T Stadium in Dallas on Friday.
Joining Akers in the tenth Hall of Fame Class are USC offensive tackle Tony Boselli, SMU tailback Eric Dickerson, Notre Dame linebacker Bob Golic, Arkansas quarterback Fred Marshall, and Cotton Bowl Athletic Association team selection chairman, the late Dan Petty.
"Those extraordinary individuals whose unique talents formed the pageantry and prestige of one of college football's most historic post-season bowl games are showcased in the Cotton Bowl Hall of Fame," said Jay McAuley, Chairman of the Cotton Bowl Athletic Association (CBAA).