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Joe Dupree (born in 1950) is former professional American football
tight end who
played his entire career (1973–1983) for the Dallas
Cowboys in the National Football League. Before his NFL career, he played
for Michigan State University.
Known as a superb blocker and pass receiver, Dupree was one of the top
tight ends of his era, helping the Cowboys become one of the top teams in
the NFL during the 1970s. He was selected to 3 consecutive Pro Bowls (1976–1978)
and assisted his team to a 27–10 victory over the Denver Broncos in
Super Bowl XII. Dupree was the top receiver of the game with 4 catches for
66 yards. He also played in Super Bowl X and scored a touchdown in Super
Bowl XIII.
In his 11 NFL seasons, Dupree caught 267 passes for 3,565 yards and 42
touchdowns. He also rushed for 178 yards and a touchdown on 28 carries.
Member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.