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Today in Sports History: October 27

PASADENA, CA - JANUARY 31: Running back Emmitt Smith #22 of the Dallas Cowboys rushes for yards in Super Bowl XXVII against Buffalo Bills at the Rose Bowl on January 31, 1993 in Pasadena, California. The Cowboys won 52-17. (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/Getty Images)

 

By Jonah Sharf

On October 27, 2002, running back Emmitt Smith of the Dallas Cowboys passed Walter Payton for most career rushing yards, a record that stands to this day. Smith spent all but two seasons of his career with the Cowboys, and he is considered to be one of the best running backs of all time. In addition to the yards record, he also holds the record for career rushing touchdowns. Smith was selected to eight Pro Bowls, won an MVP award, a Super Bowl MVP, and is a three-time Super Bowl champion.

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