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Cowboys Predicted For 'Dull Vibe' In 2025

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Adam Schultz | Last updated Jun 26, 2025 7:55 AM ET

The one thing the Dallas Cowboys have never been under Jerry Jones is boring, but it appears some think the 2025 version under Brian Schottenheimer might be.

With so much change on both sides of the ball, the Cowboys present an interesting proposition for fans and media alike to gauge accurately.

We already know that Schotty wants to run the ball behind a revamped offensive line and a rushing attack led by Miles Sanders and Javonte Williams with a sprinkling of Jaydon Blue.

But USA Today's Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz, in ranking all 32 teams from most to least entertaining, Dallas comes in at No. 19.

"Jerry Jones might not enjoy it, but a Brian Schottenheimer offense likely to be rooted in the run game and play-action passes might give Dallas a somewhat dull vibe," Middlehurst-Schwartz writes. "But the George Pickens trade guaranteed some sparks – for better or worse."

Now, regardless of how the Cowboys play on the field, the last thing they will be is dull. ... as that would be pretty close to unprecedented around here.

People will tune in to see either the team lose and many will bask in that backwards glory under Jerry, or fans will watch Dak Prescott connect with CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens for explosive gains. ... in combination with Micah Parsons and his defense offering thrills.

Plus, just because an offense is run-first doesn't make it boring - the Detroit Lions proved that last season. And as long as Dallas is winning, we don't think Jerry will care, given the length of this trophy drought.

It has been a positive offseason for the Cowboys, and we can't see any dull vibes coming from how the team will play based on what we've seen.

That doesn't mean they won't be, but there is enough evidence to suggest that with the weapons at Dak's disposal, the offense will be anything but dull.

The addition of Pickens alone is enough to light the entertainment spark each week.

And in terms of being "dull'' overall? Watch the TV ratings tell the truth about how watchable America finds "America's Team'' to be.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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