The Dallas Cowboys have endured a rough 2024 season, suffering blowout losses to Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions, and falling to Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles. But their latest defeat came at the hands of an unexpected opponent: Lisa Simpson.
During the Cowboys’ 27-20 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday Night Football, the alternate Simpsons-themed broadcast brought an animated twist to the game—and Dallas was on the receiving end of some memorable moments.
The creative broadcast, set in the beloved animated world of The Simpsons, featured the game’s key plays reenacted by Springfield’s iconic residents. Lisa Simpson stole the show, stepping into the roles of Bengals players and delivering highlight-worthy moments at Dallas’ expense.
Lisa Simpson Becomes a Star Running Back
Early in the game, Lisa appeared as Bengals running back Chase Brown, scoring a touchdown at Springfield Atoms Stadium. Her athletic prowess immediately captured fans’ attention and set the tone for what was to come.
The real magic happened in the fourth quarter. With the game hanging in the balance, Lisa transformed into Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase for the play of the night. She caught a pass from Bart Simpson, who was portraying Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, at the Cowboys’ 30-yard line. Then, in true Springfield fashion, she left a fiery trail behind her as she weaved through Dallas defenders and sprinted into the end zone for the game-winning touchdown.
The Call That Made the Moment
Broadcaster Drew Carter delivered an electric call of Lisa’s heroic play:
“Bart will throw, it’s Lisa, puts her foot in the ground! Leaves her dad in the dust! And says if anyone needs me, I’ll be in the end zone!”
The commentary, paired with the animated chaos on screen, turned the broadcast into a viral sensation, leaving fans in stitches.
Fans React to Lisa Simpson’s Domination
Social media lit up with reactions to Lisa Simpson torching the Cowboys’ defense. Fans celebrated the creativity of the alternate broadcast and couldn’t resist poking fun at Dallas.
One user joked, “Lisa Simpson might be the best WR in the NFL right now. Sorry, Ja’Marr.” Another quipped, “Cowboys just got burned by an 8-year-old girl. Jerry Jones must be fuming.”
Others praised the broadcast for blending humor with football in a way that resonated with viewers: “Whoever came up with this deserves a raise. Lisa Simpson just saved MNF!”
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All Part of the Plan?
Even with Lisa’s game-winning heroics, the Cowboys’ 2024 season continues to be a rollercoaster. Somewhere, fans imagined Jerry Jones, channeling his inner Mr. Burns, declaring, “Excellent,” as if it were all part of some elaborate scheme.
Whether the Cowboys bounce back or endure more cartoon-worthy defeats, one thing is clear: the Simpsons broadcast brought a unique flavor to the NFL, and Lisa Simpson is now officially part of football lore.
