One day after one of the most embarrassing losses of the season Dallas Cowboys After their defeat, they were at the center of another controversy after skipping their usual media availability. Arizona Cardinalsthe team that won its first victory in its history AT&T Stadium.
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Most of the Cowboys players had already left the facility before the scheduled media sessionhe left the dressing room almost empty when the reporters arrived.
“The Cowboys had a locker room, but most of the roster had already left before we got in there. No players were interviewed. I can’t say I remember anything like that happening before.” he explained Jon Machota of Athletic.
Later on, Joseph Hoyt of Dallas morning news reported that this was due to the players’ internal programs ending earlier than planned, leaving very few players available during the time allotted for media access.
But given the team’s current struggles, the situation raised questions. Media availability is a weekly commitment for all NFL teamsand the absence of players came immediately after a particularly painful loss.
For the first time in franchise history, the Cowboys blew a 14-point lead in the fourth quarter and eventually lost. 33-30 in overtime for a Cardinals a team that enters the game with just two wins on the season.
Arizona has also become a surprisingly tough opponent for Dallas in recent yearsadding to the frustration with a franchise that continues to search for consistency while facing growing questions about its direction.