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We are at day 52 of our 99 day countdown until the regular season. Here is your daily fact associated with number 52.

The most number of career interceptions made by a Dallas Cowboys player is 52, by Mel Renfro.

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Born on December 30, 1941, Mel Renfro was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys during the second round of the 1964 NFL draft. He stayed with the Dallas Cowboys from the time he was drafted until the day he retired. His dedication and passion for the game made him one of the top players to have ever played for the Cowboys.

Upon his arrival in Dallas, Renfro was assigned to the safety position, but by his fifth season, he transitioned to cornerback. Over the course of his 14-year tenure with the Dallas Cowboys, he established himself as one of the premier cornerbacks to have ever represented the team and the National Football League. His exceptional talent was acknowledged by the league, as he was chosen for the Pro Bowl on ten occasions and received All-Pro honors four times during his career.

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In 1969, Renfro had 10 interceptions, the most in the NFL, and played a crucial role in the 1970 NFC Championship game, contributing to the team’s triumph and advancement to Super Bowl V. Over the course of his career in the league, he amassed a total of 52 pass interceptions, a franchise record that remains unbroken to this day. Renfro was also recognized for his impact on special teams, fulfilling responsibilities on kickoff and punt returns, in addition to recovering 13 fumbles.

Renfro participated in four Super Bowls before declaring his retirement following his final Super Bowl game. In 1981, he became a member of the Dallas Cowboys Ring of Honor, and in 1996, he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Renfro is widely regarded as one of the greatest athletes to have ever represented Dallas.

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