Pettis Norman, beloved Cowboys tight end and prominent civil rights champion, passes away at age 86
Trailblazing NFL veteran Pettis Norman, who spent nine years with the Dallas Cowboys and was known for his civil rights advocacy, has passed away at the age of 86. Norman also played for the San Diego Chargers and served in the Texas Army National Guard during his early NFL career. He was instrumental in promoting integration on and off the field, convincing the Cowboys to end racial segregation in hotel rooms and becoming the first Black official at a Dallas bank. Norman’s impact continued after his playing career, with initiatives to improve minority hiring and contracts. His legacy lives on through awards and initiatives in his honor.
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