The Facts: Although Witten retired from the NFL last May, the future Hall of Famer is coming back to the Cowboys for what will be his 16th pro season.
Diehards Line:Witten played 15 years for the Cowboys from 2003-17. But after abruptly deciding to hang up the cleats last May and join the broadcast booth of Monday Night Football, Witten has apparently had a change of heart. He will return to the field and officially sign a contract with the Cowboys, who retained his rights when he was placed on the NFL’s Reserve/Retired list. ... An updated and more detailed version of this story is available now.