While the Cowboys aren’t exactly bringing home any trophies this season, one Dallas star with her own shiny new medals made a splash at their game. Fresh from her Olympic debut, Sha’Carri Richardson made a splash on the sidelines at the Cowboys-Falcons Week 9 game at Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The crowd erupted when her face lit up the big screen, and she enthusiastically joined in, shouting the Falcons’ “Rise Up” slogan to pump up the energy.
This year has been an outstanding journey for Richardson. After finally getting her chance on the Olympic stage, she sprinted to victory, claiming gold in the U.S. women’s 4x100m relay and adding a silver medal in the 100m, marking a powerful comeback in her career.
. But was it as straightforward as it looked? Far from it. Richardson’s presence wasn’t just about cheering for her hometown team. She was spotted with her rumored boyfriend, fellow track star Christian Coleman, sparking plenty of fan curiosity.
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NFL fans think Sha’Carri Richardson was simply there to enjoy the game and show support, but not necessarily for Christian Coleman. An Instagram post featuring her photo read, “Olympic Gold Medalist @itsshacarri in the house! 🇺🇸” – stirring curiosity. Could there be more to her presence? Coleman has been dropping hints lately, which only adds to the buzz about Richardson’s appearance and who she might really be cheering on.
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The pair SCR and Coleman were supporting the Falcons together, and their easy-going chemistry hasn’t gone unnoticed. On Sunday, November 3, Coleman shared a lively Instagram story showing Richardson soaking up the game-day energy, with the caption, “RISE UP!!” Richardson reposted it, adding, “Amazing time at the game btw.” Since then, NFL fans have been sharing their views.
Dallas fans lose it as Sha’Carri Richardson cheers for the Falcons!
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One fan really nailed it when they said, “AMERICA’S PRINCESS 🔥” because Sha’Carri Richardson totally deserves that title! She’s not just the queen of sprinting for her insane speed; her bold style has people comparing her to the legendary Flo Jo. After bursting onto the scene with her vibrant personality, she faced a big setback with her suspension before the Tokyo Olympics, and a lot of folks were worried she wouldn’t come back.
But in Budapest, she proved everyone wrong by charging from the outside lane to snag gold in the 100m! Even Sha’Carri took her struggles, learned from them, and came back even stronger. Plus, she even brought home silver in the 100m at the Paris Olympics!
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Another fan chimed in, “Stop keeping them around, man,” likely hinting at Sha’Carri Richardson’s rumored relationship with Christian Coleman. While the two haven’t publicly confirmed anything, dating rumors sparked at last year’s World Championships in Budapest. Fans got their first hint when Coleman rushed straight to Richardson for a congratulatory hug right after she won gold in the US women’s 4x100m relay. Then, during the Paris Olympics, the two were spotted leaving the stadium together after the USA men’s basketball team secured gold.
One fan commented, “She’s from Dallas, stop it,” seemingly brushing off the idea that Sha’Carri Richardson is supporting Atlanta. Born and raised in Dallas, Texas, Richardson has always shown love for her hometown. She was raised by her grandmother, Betty Harp, and an aunt, who both played a huge role in her life. Another fan added, “That fact she’s from Dallas but on the Falcons side 😂” while someone else joked, “She can probably help the Cowboys’ run game!” It’s clear that fans can’t resist connecting her to her Dallas roots, even when she’s spotted supporting another team.
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In the end, it wasn’t the Cowboys’ day on the field, as Dallas lost to Atlanta on the road after their starting quarterback, Dak Prescott, left the game due to an injury. Prescott had put up strong numbers before halftime, completing 13 of 17 passes for 102 yards and rushing for an additional 22 yards.
Rico Dowdle led the Cowboys’ offense with 43 rushing yards on eight carries, including a receiving touchdown. Meanwhile, Atlanta’s Kirk Cousins threw two touchdown passes in the first half, completing 14 of 16 attempts for 148 yards. Bijan Robinson was a major contributor for the Falcons, racking up 62 yards on 13 touches, helping Atlanta secure the win. However, with this, fans have been buzzing, piecing together hints, and guessing if there’s more between these two track stars than meets the eye.
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