Cam Newton might not understand why ESPN talks about the “irrelevant” Dallas Cowboys, but Joe Buck perfectly understands why.
Taking issue with how First Take discusses America’s Team is one thing. But understanding why the Cowboys remain relevant in an otherwise lackluster season? That’s a different story.
To Buck, the Cowboys will always matter. As ESPN’s Monday Night Football voice and former NFL on Fox lead announcer, Buck’s perspective on the Cowboys’ perennial media magnetism matters.
During a recent appearance on the SI Media Podcast with Jimmy Traina, Buck explained why Dallas’ popularity transcends their record.”
This week’s slate includes a 1 p.m. ET matchup between the Cowboys and Falcons in Atlanta. Perhaps most telling of the Cowboys’ recent struggles, this game ends a 21-game streak of broadcasts featuring Dallas on a network’s top crew — Fox’s top team or any prime-time crew. This week, Adam Amin and Greg Olsen, Fox’s No. 2 team, will handle the game, signaling a small but significant drop from the Cowboys’ usual high-profile slots.