Former Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant recently shared his worries about the team's trajectory in an interview with Fox News Digital. With key players like Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, and Micah Parsons commanding a significant portion of the salary cap, and Parsons potentially seeking a record-breaking contract, Bryant expressed concern over the Cowboys' ability to build a competitive roster. He questioned the team's recent decisions, particularly the coaching change from Mike McCarthy to Brian Schottenheimer, and suggested a lack of urgency in improving the team.
Bryant reflected on his time with the organization, noting a period where the front office seemed hesitant to make moves to strengthen the team. He contrasted this with the current situation, observing a similar lack of decisive action. Following a disappointing 7-10 season after three consecutive 12-5 finishes, Bryant believes the Cowboys' struggles are rooted in their roster construction. He pointed to the lack of depth at key positions, particularly wide receiver, where he feels the Cowboys are outmatched by teams with multiple top-tier talents.
While in New Orleans, Bryant discussed his partnership with Fanatics Sportsbook and shared some of his Super Bowl LIX predictions, including Kareem Hunt and DeVonta Smith scoring touchdowns. He praised Fanatics' approach to fan engagement and their use of FanCash, which can be used for both betting and merchandise purchases.
An exclusive graphic obtained by Fox News Digital revealed the most bet-on team (moneyline) for Super Bowl LIX in each state where Fanatics Sportsbook operates. The Kansas City Chiefs dominated the map, with exceptions in states with strong Eagles fanbases like New Jersey and Pennsylvania, as well as North Carolina, Wyoming, and Louisiana.
Looking ahead to next season, Bryant's outlook for the Cowboys remains pessimistic. He doesn't anticipate significant improvement in the coming years, citing the need for more impactful players, especially in the current NFL landscape. He emphasized that teams now boast multiple star players at key positions, while the Cowboys, in his view, lack that same level of talent depth.
