Heading into the 2024 NFL season, the Dallas Cowboys remain one of the most intriguing teams in the league. They boast a wealth of talent on both offense and defense, yet their offseason was marked by underwhelming moves and lingering controversy off the field. After a dramatic first-round exit in the playoffs last year, many anticipated that owner Jerry Jones would make important roster changes during the offseason.
However, the Cowboys opted for a different path, focusing less on revamping their lineup and more on securing their current talent. One major move was locking in star wide receiver CeeDee Lamb with a long-term contract extension, signaling their commitment to the core players already in place. Despite the lack of major upgrades, some analysts and fans remain optimistic about their chances this season.
Among the Cowboys’ biggest supporters is NBA icon Shaquille O’Neal, who boldly predicted Dallas will win the Super Bowl in 2024. On The Pat McAfee Show, O’Neal confidently proclaimed, “The 2024 Super Bowl Champion Dallas Cowboys… You wanna bet on that?”
Though O’Neal’s enthusiasm may be biased as a longtime Cowboys fan, his faith in the team isn’t entirely misplaced. Dallas is expected to be a strong contender, yet they face stiff competition in the NFC.
Teams like the Detroit Lions have made substantial improvements, particularly on defense, and the San Francisco 49ers, fresh off resolving contract issues with key players Brandon Aiyuk and Trent Williams, remain serious threats. The road to the Super Bowl won’t be easy for the Cowboys, as they’ll need to overcome these NFC powerhouses to prove O’Neal’s bold prediction right.