I was several years behind Bum in school, but he was already a legend, even then. I think one of his first coaching jobs was at Nederland, TX high School, if I remember correctly.
I agree that Tom Landry should be on the all time honor roll of great Texans--he and Staubach are 2 of my favorites.
This from a 7th generation Texan, who was born in Smithville, grew up in Beaumont, and now lives in Lakeway.