Coach Prime and the Buffs are excited for the upcoming season, despite predictions of a tough year. With star players like Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter, the team is all set for success. Meanwhile, Coach Prime has his sights set on a new star player. So much so that he is not hesitant to send a clear message to Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones about the budding talent.
Former Cowboys cornerback Stephon Gilmore, now a free agent, hopes to return to Dallas even after losing his starting role. Gilmore joined the Cowboys in an offseason trade with the Colts last year. With 68 tackles, 13 pass deflections, and just two interceptions, he made a strong impact on the Dallas defense. Coach Prime believes Gilmore is a great talent, but the Cowboys are still hoping their quarterback can win them a championship.
Coach Prime challenges Cowboys’ decision
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Currently, spring practice is what Coach Prime is focusing on. But that doesn’t mean putting a stop to recognizing talents. His recent Instagram came as a testament to that. In the post, Deion Sanders shared a photo with Stephon Gilmore and his sons, captioning, “I got a special visit today from a future HOF’er and his sons @bumpnrungilmore !!!! Dallas Stop Playing.”
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Gilmore, the former Defensive Player of the Year, has a dazzling career record till now with multiple Pro Bowl appearances and All-Pro selections. His Super Bowl-winning interception for the Patriots is considered by many an iconic moment in his career. However, Deion’s post isn’t just about praising Gilmore. It raises a bigger question — Can Jerry Jones with his star quarterback Dak Prescott get a Super Bowl win without Gilmore?
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Can the Cowboys win the Super Bowl without Gilmore?
Stephon Gilmore joined the Dallas Cowboys in 2023 to play alongside star cornerback Trevon Diggs. When Diggs got hurt, Gilmore stepped in and played great all season. He even gave a solid performance through a shoulder injury against the Green Bay Packers. Now a free agent, Gilmore wants to stay in Dallas, but the Cowboys haven’t brought him back yet. One main reason is the Cowboys are tight on money for players’ salaries, which might be why they haven’t re-signed Gilmore. Also, Dallas has some young cornerbacks who are playing well, like DaRon Bland and a healthy Trevon Diggs. Letting Gilmore go could hurt their chances of winning the Super Bowl as he’s still a top player that other teams want.
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Meanwhile, the Cowboys have a lot of faith in their quarterback Dak Prescott. They paid him a huge contract, and he puts up impressive stats. However, the Cowboys haven’t been able to go beyond the playoffs. While Dak’s offense is strong, a good defense is also crucial for championship dreams. Will the Cowboys finally win the Super Bowl with Jerry Jones and Dak at the helm? Let us know what you think in the comments below.