Tom Rafferty, one of the greatest offensive linemen in Dallas Cowboys history, had been hospitalized since May following a stroke. On Tuesday, the 70-year-old passed away surrounded by family in Colorado.

Former Dallas Cowboys starting offensive lineman and Penn State All-American Tom Rafferty has died, the Cowboys announced on Friday. He was 70 years old. Rafferty had battled several health issues in recent years and reportedly suffered a stroke earlier this week.

Tom Rafferty, an offensive lineman who won a Super Bowl and played with two Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterbacks in Roger Staubach and Troy Aikman over 14 seasons with the Dallas Cowboys, has died.