Just recently, Jayron Kearse blasted the Dallas Cowboys for parading their players in a zoo-like situation through fan tours. In defense, Jourdan Lewis aired his thoughts on the matter, somehow in defense of the Jerry Jones-owned franchise.
Former Dallas Cowboys players have expressed serious concerns about the team’s practice environment, likening it to being in a zoo. Kearse, a safety with the team from 2021 to 2023, criticized the tours offered to fans at the Cowboys’ training facility in Frisco, Texas.
He highlighted how these tours disrupt daily operations, noting that players often encounter groups while heading to meetings or lunches. Kearse’s sentiments echo those of another anonymous player who emphasized that the facility should serve as a sanctuary for athletes focused on their development.
They pointed out that the constant influx of fans during practice hours detracts from the concentration needed for training, especially with the season’s pressures mounting.
Dallas Cowboys’ Jourdan Lewis Responds to Jayron Kearse’s Zoo Criticism
For his part, Lewis came out and shared his mind on Kearse’s opinion about Jones and how these fan tours have allegedly affected the Cowboys during his time there. This can be seen in a tweet shared by Ed Werder on his official X account.
Jourdan Lewis: “It’s Jerry’s world. That’s not our job to go out there and tell Jerry what to do with his organization. Our job is to go out there and win games, regardless of if you see [tours] as a distraction, like the media or anybody else. We got to go do our job regardless… https://t.co/KOHuhrP6Dx
— Ed Werder (@WerderEdNFL) October 23, 2024
Jones, the team’s owner, has long championed increased fan access, even broadcasting live coverage of the draft room. While this strategy has contributed to the Cowboys’ immense popularity—making them the world’s most valuable sports franchise—critics argue it may hinder the team’s performance on the field. The Cowboys have not secured a Super Bowl title since 1996, raising questions about the effectiveness of this approach.
Kearse acknowledged that while fan engagement is important, it should not come at the cost of the team’s preparation. As the Cowboys struggle with a 3-3 record and recent setbacks, the debate over balancing fan experiences with the need for focused training remains a pressing issue for the organization.
