Analyst compares Dallas Stars to one powerhouse NFL team, and the spot-on connection may surprise you

The Dallas Stars have been called many things over the years, but in a recent interview, former Stars general manager and current St. Louis Blues GM Doug Armstrong gave a comparison that may be the most accurate yet.

When asked about the current state of the Stars and how he views them while building his own team, Armstrong didn't just praise Jim Nill's work in Dallas. He went further, drawing a parallel to one of the most memorable dynasties in NFL history.

"Taking it back to football, I look at the Buffalo Bills," Armstrong said. "You know they lost four times in a row, but that means they were in the finals four times in a row. So that's a hell of an accomplishment."

Why the Dallas Stars and Buffalo Bills comparison makes so much sense

The Buffalo Bills of the early 1990s are remembered as one of the greatest teams to never win a Super Bowl. Despite falling short on football's biggest stage four straight times, they remain respected for their consistency and dominance in the AFC.

Armstrong's point is clear, the Dallas Stars are in a similar place. They've reached three straight Western Conference Finals, cementing themselves as one of the NHL's most consistent contenders. Even though they haven't yet broken through to lift the Stanley Cup, their ability to remain at the top of the league speaks volumes about their structure and leadership.

He also highlighted the work of general manager Jim Nill and the franchise's stability. With stars like Jason Robertson, Jake Oettinger, and Miro Heiskanen, Dallas has the kind of foundation that can get back to the "dance" year after year.

Just as the Bills became synonymous with both heartbreak and excellence, the Stars are shaping their identity as perennial challengers.

Fans may crave a championship banner, but Armstrong's comments serve as a reminder that even repeated deep playoff runs are rare in the NHL.

For Dallas, the next step is clear. They want to be remembered not just as contenders, but as champions, turning comparisons to the Bills into a story with a different ending.