Leon Lett

Leon Lett (born October 12, 1968) is a former American Football defensive tackle who played for the Dallas Cowboys (1991-2000) and the Denver Broncos (2001). Lett is a two time Pro Bowler attending the game in 1994 and 1998.

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Lett was a talented player and a cornerstone of the Cowboys defense during its heyday in the early 90's, but fans will likely remember him for his infamous "bonehead" plays. Two of the top three of ESPN's "25 Biggest Sport Blunders" are attributed to Lett. The fans ranked him #1 and #3, whereas an expert panel placed him at #2 and #3.

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The first play (ranked #1 in the ESPN fan list, #2 in the ESPN expert panel) occurred in January 1993, late in Super Bowl XXVII, when Lett recovered a fumble and showboated on his way to the end zone. A hustling Don Beebe forced a fumble just short of the end zone, and the ball rolled over the endline, resulting in a touchback and costing Lett his touchdown. The Cowboys had a commanding 52-17 lead at the time, and the play did not affect the outcome of the game, but it certainly embarrassed Lett on the greatest stage in the sport and it is still well known by football fans today.

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The second play (ranked #3 in both ESPN lists) occurred during the very next season, and was actually more serious. On Thanksgiving Day in 1993, in Dallas, Lett attempted to recover a blocked field goal, fumbled, and the Miami Dolphins recovered and kicked a successful field goal to win the game. However, Dallas would still go on to win Super Bowl XXVIII. Lett did not suffer any obvious reprecussions from either play, continuing to play with the Cowboys for another 6 seasons.

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