The January 1996 Texas Longhorn Journal, published a survey of its readers naming the Ten Greatest Texas Longhorns Herd Sires of All Time. They are considered the greatest not because of the shows they won or what they sold for but because of the outstanding qualities they passed on to future generations.

		1. Texas Ranger J.P.
		2. Bail Jumper
		3. Overwhelmer
		4.Don Quixote
		5. Impressive
		6. Cowcatcher
		7. Measles Super Ranger
		8. Senator
		9. Classic
		10a. Bold Ruler*
		10b. King*