Countdown to the season opener: Day 21 Everson Walls

We’re counting down the days until the Dallas Cowboys battle the Philadelphia Eagles in the season opener of the 2025 NFL season. To pass the time and mark the days, we are running through 100 Days of Cowboys. So sit back and enjoy some Cowboys history while we countdown to football.

Today – number 21

Everson Walls

Born: December 28, 1959. Dallas, Texas
Position: Cornerback
Dallas Cowboys: 1981-1989
Awards: All-Pro- 1982, 1983, 1985
Pro Bowl- 1981, 1982, 1983, 1985
NFL interceptions leader- 1981, 1982, 1985

Everson Walls played cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys from 1981 to 1989, making an immediate impact as an undrafted free agent out of Grambling State. Known for his elite ball skills and instincts, Walls led the NFL in interceptions three times (1981, 1982, 1985), a rare feat for any defensive back. In his rookie season, he recorded 11 interceptions, still a franchise record. Walls was a four-time Pro Bowler and became a fan favorite for his knack for being in the right place at the right time.

Best known for:
Walls was best known for being an interception machine, with an uncanny ability to read quarterbacks and make big plays, even against elite competition.

Lesser known fact:
Walls ended his career with 44 total interceptions, which is still second-most in team history. And he accomplished that feat during era where the ground game was more prevalent than it is today.