sentences:  He was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the second round (39th overall) of the 1987 NFL Draft.After the team traded cornerback Ron Fellows, Francis became the first rookie in 6 years to open the season as a starter for the team.He registered 48 tackles, 2 interceptions (one returned for a touchdown), 12 passes defensed (second on the team), 2 fumble recoveries (tied for the team lead).