Summary
Billy Truax, a former NFL player who won a Super Bowl with the Dallas Cowboys, has passed away at the age of 82. Truax played as a tight end for several teams during his career and was inducted into several sports halls of fame.
Key Facts
- Billy Truax played for the Dallas Cowboys and helped them win Super Bowl VI.
- He was a first team All-American at Louisiana State University (LSU).
- He was inducted into the Greater New Orleans Sports Hall of Fame in 2020.
- Truax was originally drafted by the Cleveland Browns in 1964 but was traded to the Los Angeles Rams after an injury.
- He played seven seasons with the Rams and was known for both his blocking and receiving skills.
- Truax joined the Cowboys in 1971 and made 15 catches for 232 yards in his first season there.
- His career ended in 1973 due to injuries, and he recorded a total of 199 career receptions.
- Truax is also a member of the Holy Cross School Hall of Fame and the LSU Athletics Hall of Fame.
