Did the Dallas Cowboys Refuse to Draft Jerry Rice Because of His Intelligence?

Ahead of the 1985 NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys had their eyes on Mississippi Valley State WR Jerry Rice. It appeared America's Team would draft the HBCU standout — at least, until the San Francisco 49ers traded up and paired Rice with Joe Montana. However, questions have lingered about how interested the Cowboys truly were in Rice. Dallas legend Drew Pearson believes the team would not have drafted Rice not because of his speed ... but because of his intelligence? Image Credits: Getty Images Mississippi Valley State University