Jerry Jones’ response to criticisms is a joy to watch. Troy Aikman the former Dallas QB commented on the team’s route running. Owner Jones showed a rare moment of acknowledgment to the comments on the Cowboys’ struggles.

In a candid conversation on 105.3 The Fan, Jones acknowledged Aikman’s expertise, saying, “Troy’s credible, boy. And should be. He feels as much or more than anybody does about the Cowboys.” But rather than solely defending the team, Jones seemed to shift some of the blame onto head coach Mike McCarthy.

The former Cowboys quarterback, voiced his concerns about the team’s poor performance, especially at home. He specifically pointed out the Cowboys’ lack of rhythm on offense, which has been evident in their struggles to win games at AT&T Stadium. The most glaring example was a loss to the Detroit Lions, where quarterback Dak Prescott and the offense appeared disjointed. Aikman attributed some of the issues to wide receiver CeeDee Lamb’s absence during the offseason, as Lamb missed preseason while negotiating a hefty contract extension.

Aikman described the team’s route-running as “lazy” and criticizing their overall appearance on the field. He suggested that coaching may be a contributing factor to the Cowboys’ woes. His critique comes amid growing pressure on head coach Mike McCarthy, with many, including analysts like Colin Cowherd, predicting that McCarthy’s tenure could soon come to an end. Despite the Cowboys’ underwhelming 3-3 start and their struggles against better teams, team owner Jerry Jones remains reluctant to consider a coaching change.

This wasn’t the only issue but one of many areas to address. McCarthy quickly refuted the critique, stating, “Troy’s comments don’t carry any weight with me,” adding that his own perspective from practices and meetings gave him a better understanding of the team’s struggles.

As the Cowboys face the San Francisco 49ers in Week 8, tensions remain high. The team will look to bounce back from their disappointing 3-3 start, while both Jones and McCarthy continue to navigate external criticism and internal performance concerns.

Jerry Jones defends Mike McCarthy amid Cowboys’ struggles despite Lions blowout loss

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones isn’t ready to hit the panic button on head coach Mike McCarthy, despite the team’s rocky start and a humiliating 47-9 loss to the Detroit Lions. After the worst home defeat since Jones bought the franchise in 1989, many speculated whether McCarthy’s job was in jeopardy. Jones was quick to shut down those rumors. “Oh, I haven’t even considered that. I’m not considering that,” Jones emphasized.

The Cowboys’ struggles, especially at home, have been concerning. They’ve dropped three home games, and Sunday’s blowout loss exposed both offensive and defensive weaknesses. Dak Prescott threw for only 178 yards with two interceptions before being benched, and the team managed a mere 53 rushing yards.

Cowboys owner admitted that the defeat was “humbling” and “very concerning,” but he believes the Cowboys can turn things around. “We’re gonna go to work,” he stated, addressing the team’s inability to find consistency, particularly in scoring and stopping opponents’ opening drives. The Cowboys’ red-zone inefficiency and turnover margin also highlight their ongoing struggles.

While analysts speculate about McCarthy’s future, Jones remains committed””for now. As the Cowboys head into their bye week, the pressure is on to fix the glaring issues before their next matchup against the 49ers.