Shannon Sharpe made an unconventional analogy for the Dallas Cowboys during a rare Thursday appearance on ESPN’s First Take, expressing why he has lost faith in America’s Team.
“The Cowboys are like my exes,” Sharpe remarked, as reported by NFL Network’s Jane Slater. “Look good but don’t trust them.”
Setting aside any personal evaluations of Sharpe’s former girlfriends, let’s focus on the Cowboys’ recent performance.
The Cowboys appeared formidable when dominating the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 14, with a six-game winning streak showcasing an average margin of victory of 19 points. However, their momentum took a hit when the Buffalo Bills handed them a 31-10 blowout, amassing 266 rushing yards in the process.
Quarterback Dak Prescott, who had been building up his MVP case, delivered a subpar performance with a season-low 134 passing yards, no touchdowns, and an interception in the recent loss.
While the Cowboys have a significant point differential (+167), surpassed only by the San Francisco 49ers, their struggles on the road (3-4 away from AT&T Stadium) and their victories over less formidable opponents raise questions about their overall standing.
During the First Take segment, Mina Kimes expressed that she would still consider Dallas the NFC’s second-best team if they secure a Week 16 road win over the Miami Dolphins.
Contrastingly, Sharpe remains skeptical of the Cowboys until he witnesses them triumph in a significant postseason game.
“I’m devoid of trust with the Cowboys now,” Sharpe commented. “Because I’ve seen them over the last decade, and they build me up, and they keep telling me I’m going to get this for Christmas. And every time Santa comes, and he doesn’t drop off the package that they promised me.”
Despite clinching a playoff berth before their recent loss, the Cowboys aim to rebound with a victory against the Miami Dolphins this Sunday. Whether loved or loathed, the Dallas Cowboys persist as the most polarizing team in the NFL.
