A Warm Welcome to The Star

This past Friday, the Dallas Cowboys officially welcomed Tyler Booker, their first-round selection in the NFL Draft, to The Star in Frisco. The event marked a significant moment for both the team and the player as they embark on a new journey together.

Boot Fitting Ceremony

To kick off the festivities, Booker experienced a unique Cowboys tradition: an instant boot fitting. He received a pair of Size 16-D Lucchese boots, to which he responded positively, saying, “These are cool. Thank you so much.”

Introductory Press Conference Insights

During his introductory press conference, Booker expressed gratitude towards his family for their unwavering support throughout his journey. Cowboys’ owner Jerry Jones acknowledged their contribution, remarking that they did a “great job of parenting.”

Booker shared his philosophy on leadership, emphasizing, “When it comes to leadership, you have to earn the right to lead. You earn the right to lead by being a producer on the field, by doing everything right off the field, and being somebody that your teammates love, trust, and most importantly respect.”

Setting Ambitious Goals

With his sights set on his NFL career, Booker didn’t hesitate to share his aspirations. “I definitely want to win a Super Bowl, but me just being drafted, I have to take things one day at a time. The best way I can help the Dallas Cowboys win the Super Bowl is to just authentically be me,” he stated.

Who is Tyler Booker?

Selected as the 12th overall pick in the NFL Draft, Tyler Booker is a formidable 6-foot-5-inch, 325-pound offensive guard with leadership credentials as a former captain at Alabama. The Cowboys plan to deploy him as a starting right guard, stepping in to fill the shoes of the recently retired Zack Martin, a likely future Hall of Famer.

Originally hailing from Connecticut, Booker has also spent time residing in New Jersey and Florida during his high school years.