NFLPlayoffs pic.twitter.com/Du5KruFQ3qu2014 NFL (@NFL) January 23, 2023 With the win, the Niners evolved to the NFC National Championship versus the Philadelphia Eagles, however their aspirations were actually rushed when Purdy suffered an arm personal injury in the initial fourth. His replacement, Josh Johnson, was actually knocked senseless of the game in the third quarter, obliging managing back Christian McCaffrey to play quarterback.-- Todd ArcherIntroducing 'Leader Comeback' A split up shoulder maintained Cowboys QB Roger Staubach sidelined for most of the 1972 season, however he thickened his standing as "Captain Comeback" in the fourth one-fourth of the local round.Craig Morton began the activity at quarterback for Dallas yet tossed two interceptions and shed a fumble as San Francisco installed a 21-6 lead in the 2nd fourth." They were actually mocking us. Ridiculing us throughout the video game," pointed out Dallas safety Charlie Waters. "They were truly delighting in possessing the upper hand on us. They didn't think there was actually any kind of technique [we 'd returned]-- given that our offense was faltering. We were carrying out positively nothing." The Cowboys' outburst was actually secured scoreless in the third fourth, and trainer Tom Landry brought in a QB modification in the fourth.Staubach messed up the ball on his first possession yet offseted his slip through leading Dallas to an incredible comeback. He tossed 2 goal comes on the last 2 minutes, finding Billy Parks and also Ron Sellers, and that gave Dallas a 30-28 lead.Waters sealed off the video game by picking off 49ers QB John Brodie.' The Catch' Andy Hayt/Sports Illustrated using Getty ImagesJoe Montana & Co. discovered themselves trailing the Cowboys 27-21 along with lower than 5 minutes staying in the 1981 NFC Championship Game.But Montana as well as Dwight Clark created magic happen on third down.Montana steered clear of three guardians, spun to his right and also supplied the reception in the back of completion zone where Clark made the succeeding grab along with 51 few seconds continuing to be in regulation.The participate in nearly failed to take place, however." I was actually thinking of throwing the ball away," Montana pointed out after the video game. "Yet I saw him come free and also I figured if I could hold on one more half-second ..."' Just how 'round them Cowboys?' After completing the routine season 13-3, Dallas steamrollered its NFC East competitors, the Philly Eagles, 34-10 in the divisional cycle, marking their ticket to get to know the 49ers in the 1992 NFC Championship.Meanwhile, San Francisco completed the season 14-2 as well as prevailed in a tough divisional-round competition against Washington. Moreover, after gaining 4 Super Bowls along with Montana throughout the 1980s, the crew aimed to proceed that extent along with Steve Young as its own signal-caller. Both squads were actually chock packed with offending skill with Young as well as Jerry Rice on one side as well as Troy Aikman, Emmitt Smith and Michael Irvin on the other.NFL's Ultimate GamesRelive some of the game's most momentous games, coming from Super Bowl XLII to the 2018 AFC label game. View on ESPN+.Regardless of that, a low-scoring back-and-forth war ensued in the very first half, and the 2 were actually matched at 10 at halftime.In the second half, Dallas scored 3 of the activity's ultimate 4 goals, which was enough to safeguard the triumph and a Super Bowl XXVII appearance.But before heading to face the Buffalo grass Expenses in the Super Bowl, Cowboys instructor Jimmy Johnson had something to point out:" Exactly how 'spell them Cowboys?" As well as easily, an expression that has actually exceeded generations of Dallas fans was actually birthed.' Our experts will definitely gain the operation, placed it in 3-inch headings' In 1993, Johnson delivered an additional memorable key phrase that has actually stood the examination of time.Before the 2 met for a second consecutive NFC Championship, Johnson got in touch with a local area sports broadcast series as well as created an unprecedented affirmation." Our company will gain the ball game," Johnson said. "You can easily place that in three-inch high headlines." Properly, he wasn't wrong.Bolstered by a three-touchdown second quarter, Dallas controlled San Francisco 38-21 to accelerate to Super Bowl XXVIII.Niners get their revengeJOHN MABANGLO/AFP using Getty ImagesThe Niners and also Cowboys fulfilled for the NFC title for the third straight opportunity, with each quarterbacks having opposing scenarios. Aikman entered into with a 7-0 document as a starter in the playoffs, while Youthful had yet to get over the hump, and also into the Super Bowl.However, in 1994, the pendulum ultimately swayed in favor of the 49ers. Aikman tossed a pick-six to Eric Davis on the very first ride. After that Irvin messed up on Dallas' upcoming possession, and also Young capitalized on the suitable area placement by getting in touch with Ricky Watters for a 29-yard goal. The Cowboys possessed another expensive early turn over on the upcoming travel when Kevin Williams stumbled the first and San Francisco capitalized along with a touchdown.And just like that, the 49ers led 21-0 with over seven moments left in the initial quarter.Still, Dallas argued, recording 451 total gardens of offense, compared to San Francisco's 294, but could not beat five turnovers.The 38-28 triumph enabled Young to create his very first Super Dish look as the Niners' beginning quarterback.Dallas succeeds 'Deion Drawing' AP Photo/Eric Gay, FileEntering the 1995 offseason, reigning Defensive Gamer of the Year as well as Super Dish XXIX champion Deion Sanders was riding higher after his ideal period. Nevertheless, his 1 year deal with San Francisco was actually up and also it was actually time to discover his following home.The Miami Dolphins, New Orleans Saints, Oakland Raiders and also Eagles got into the "Deion Drawing" in addition to the Niners as well as Cowboys.In Week 2, Dallas ended up finalizing Sanders to a seven-year, $35 million contract, which made him the NFL's highest possible paid out protective gamer at the time.Due to a surgery, Sanders was actually not able to make his debut for America's Group till Full week 9, but he created an urgent influence and took place to be an aspect of his 2nd Super Bowl-winning team in just like several years.T.O.'s star-studded celebrationBrian Bahr/Getty ImagesTerrell Owens' heritage is highlighted through signature celebrations and remarkable seconds, and on Sept. 24, 2000, a celebrity was actually born.After producing a 3-yard goal function, Owens went to midfield and dispersed his arms on the Cowboys' logo. Nearly a moment eventually, longtime Dallas managing back Emmitt Smith racked up a touchdown of his very own as well as responded through returning to the celebrity to steal Owens. Eventually, T.O. hauled in an additional goal and also moved back to the center of the industry in Texas Arena, but Cowboys' safety and security George Teague fulfilled him at the celebrity as well as delivered a major hit.On a 2016 incident of ESPN's Mike & Mike radio program, Owens defended his decision to base on the superstar." It neglected me making an effort to ridicule my rival, had nothing to do with me trying to ridicule the Cowboys. ... My instructor resembled, 'Yo'-- he inspired me [to do this]-- 'This is what this concerns. Go to the star, give your with the help of God, because he is actually enjoying down on this activity, and also show him who is actually the best player today.' Which's what I performed." Tony Romo rallies previous Niners in OTIn Full Week 2 of the 2011 time, Tony Romo took care of to lead Dallas to an unexpected resurgence win.Romo took numerous hits in the 1st half, featuring one off of a blindside strike that left him visibly suffering. He missed out on almost the final series in the third fourth, and his traumas were actually later on exposed to become a damaged rib as well as punctured bronchi. He will come back in the 4th quarter.The Cowboys routed through as several as 10 points in the fourth, however the tide rapidly changed.Romo accomplished 5 of 6 hand down the drive that sent the game to overtime. His 77-yard pass to Jesse Holley established the winning basket. Romo connected on twenty of thirty three masquerade 345 gardens and pair of touchdowns, along with over 200 gardens coming in the 4th quarter and also OT.