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An All-America halfback at the University of Oregon, Renfro was drafted by the Cowboys in the second round of the 1964 NFL Draft.
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Renfro was used as a kick returner as well as on defense early in his career with the Cowboys.
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Mel returns a punt against the Giants. He led the NFL in punt return and kickoff return yardage as a rookie.
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Renfro began his career at safety but switched to cornerback in his fifth season.
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Renfro earned Pro Bowl bids in each of his first 10 NFL seasons.
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As a rookie, Renfro led the Cowboys with seven interceptions. He also led the NFL with 10 interceptions in 1969.
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Renfro intercepted 52 passes for 626 yards during his Hall of Fame career.
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Renfro kept an eye on Eagles WR Don Zimmerman during a game at Philadelphia in 1973.
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Mel played in eight NFL/NFC championship games and four Super Bowls during his career with Dallas.
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Mel was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1996. He selected Cowboys head coach Tom Landry to serve as his presenter.