Stephen A breaks down the Cowboys disaster with Troy Aikman

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  • @3dpooltile829
    @3dpooltile829 4 місяці тому +743

    Troy Aikman is and always has been a class act.

    • @scottdavidson526
      @scottdavidson526 4 місяці тому +7

      Yup

    • @mooky1959
      @mooky1959 4 місяці тому +6

      Drunk

    • @bruce5249
      @bruce5249 4 місяці тому +7

      FJB and Troy

    • @nikolaivista920
      @nikolaivista920 4 місяці тому +14

      Aikman: the brains of the 90s Cowboys dynasty. My favorite triplet!!

    • @WorldsTop-qs6bz
      @WorldsTop-qs6bz 4 місяці тому +4

      @@bruce5249FDT, that bum will be in prison 2024

  • @trifecta2k740
    @trifecta2k740 4 місяці тому +843

    I love this version of Stephen A. so much better than the First take version.

    • @jackvanbrocklin44
      @jackvanbrocklin44 4 місяці тому +78

      I agree with you 100%.......Stephen A on First Take is fun (especially when the Cowboys lose) but sometimes he's too over the top with the yelling and pointing. I like his calm, professional insight much more than the theatrics of morning television.

    • @davidpaz9389
      @davidpaz9389 4 місяці тому +70

      It's all schtick on First Take.

    • @flipkonway2301
      @flipkonway2301 4 місяці тому +40

      He’s a Actor on first take

    • @JohnMAdams-nl9zt
      @JohnMAdams-nl9zt 4 місяці тому +29

      1st Take version is a cartoon … this guy actually knows how to conduct an interview

    • @joseromero81
      @joseromero81 4 місяці тому

      More like a wrestling character@@flipkonway2301

  • @TheProphet-gc1pt
    @TheProphet-gc1pt 4 місяці тому +242

    I've met Troy a few times. His daughter played basketball and my son played. I use to see him at the gym all the time when the youth played games. I also met him at a wingstop opening as he was part owner and he was always cool and down to earth. Good dude and always unbiased.

    • @nymike06
      @nymike06 4 місяці тому +8

      That's awesome! I would love to meet him one day. Last great Cowboys QB the team had.

    • @kenallen9014
      @kenallen9014 4 місяці тому +3

      You are 💯 Percent Correct Troy is a good dude you would never know he is famous because he is so humble I met him at a wing stop and he took some pictures with my Son's and he was more excited then they was LOL

    • @trevorsanso32
      @trevorsanso32 4 місяці тому +1

      sure total random in YT comments w no avatar

    • @theprophet5385
      @theprophet5385 4 місяці тому

      ​@@trevorsanso32why do I need to lie or an avatar? Sound like an idiot! Not only do I see Troy on occasion but many Cowboys over the years even now. Worked out with Marcus Spears even before he was on First Take. Annnd! What's the point to lie. You sound like a hater!

  • @jackrabbit68
    @jackrabbit68 4 місяці тому +253

    Not a Cowboys fan but always like Troy. He is one tough dude. Played in an era where qb's were sitting ducks and vulnerable for those big hits. He suffered like hundreds of concussions that ended his career prematurely.

    • @xrpb11a
      @xrpb11a 4 місяці тому +6

      interesting, as those concussions do not appear to have effected his broadcasting skills.

    • @user-hp6jm1cj9x
      @user-hp6jm1cj9x 4 місяці тому

      ​@@xrpb11anot yet

    • @OlesonMD
      @OlesonMD 4 місяці тому +9

      What actually ended his career was back injuries, not concussions.

    • @luish777
      @luish777 4 місяці тому

      Yep I remember his first couple of Years and dam would he get blasted, but he kept getting up ,tough sum b*tch!!

    • @williamcarr3976
      @williamcarr3976 4 місяці тому +12

      He ended his career early because of coaching, injuries were just an excuse. Troy has said this later on after his retirement.
      Troy was a no nonesense player that wanted to win surrounded by an increasingly undisciplined team.

  • @DavidMoore-eu3jv
    @DavidMoore-eu3jv 4 місяці тому +18

    I remember when I was a kid and no Dallas Cowboy would give me their autograph except one and that was Troy Aikman. Really made my day back then. I still have it put up.

  • @lesguersten7252
    @lesguersten7252 4 місяці тому +154

    What a nice guy Troy Aikman is.

    • @deltapromasterlauj4848
      @deltapromasterlauj4848 4 місяці тому +1

      he a green bay/niners hater 😂 we deem girls!!!!!

    • @devcarter1654
      @devcarter1654 4 місяці тому +7

      Make Troy Aikman the Cowboys head coach.

    • @MyBodyWash
      @MyBodyWash 4 місяці тому

      @@devcarter1654he’ll facking no

  • @TheStarWarsCurmudgeon
    @TheStarWarsCurmudgeon 4 місяці тому +197

    As a Cowboys fan for decades, I have become more and more grateful for Jimmy, the triplets, and the top-notch organization we had during the early/mid 90s. The most striking difference between then and today is clearly the lack of discipline and accountability. Jimmy showed more passion at halftime than the entire team showed during the game on Sunday. It's been a dark 29 years as a fan.

    • @mrcarterfx885
      @mrcarterfx885 4 місяці тому +14

      Facts America saw why Jimmy Johnson, Troy Aikman, Emmett Smith, and Michael Irvin were the greatest in the mid 90s

    • @MrGomjabber
      @MrGomjabber 4 місяці тому +2

      Dallas need to swing another trade with the Viqueens.

    • @chrisfetner332
      @chrisfetner332 4 місяці тому +3

      New England has a reputation for saying that the players leave their egos at the door when they report for work. Dallas announced after beating an average team in NY. Team the Giants early in the season that they, the Cowboys, were putting the league on notice of their greatness. Perhaps they should rely on actions and not words.

    • @jalilcook5113
      @jalilcook5113 4 місяці тому +4

      29? Oh it’s only gonna get longer

    • @lonewolf1053
      @lonewolf1053 4 місяці тому +3

      Whenever they do well during the season.. everyone is ready to bestow the trophy... as a Cowboy fan....I say let's play the season out and IF they make the playoffs then let's see what happens...as usual they do what they do... MELTDOWN of the highest order before the half was even done...

  • @jasongress8764
    @jasongress8764 4 місяці тому +246

    Troy has to be diplomatic due to his job. I’m sure behind the scenes he’s as upset as Jimmy.

    • @DavidDundaff-eg4xn
      @DavidDundaff-eg4xn 4 місяці тому +14

      True, the best are those who are
      impartial, even tho deep down it feels like
      a hit to the gut

    • @frederickneal4781
      @frederickneal4781 4 місяці тому +9

      Nope ! I don't think Troy's cares too much.

    • @zirkmercer8322
      @zirkmercer8322 4 місяці тому +7

      If you look at old interviews on the internet, he could care less about Dallas now, he retired early cause of his relationship with them on his way out.

    • @superslayerguy
      @superslayerguy 4 місяці тому +7

      Jimmy and Troy were great together they always wanted what was best for the team.

    • @Blackmagic_874
      @Blackmagic_874 4 місяці тому +8

      @@zirkmercer8322he still has a relationship with the players on the roster. Especially the offensive players. He might not like Jerry but he for sure has ties to the team.

  • @Nrobi478
    @Nrobi478 4 місяці тому +70

    As an eagles fan it’s hard to admit how likeable Troy Aikman has become as a commentator, but he really is. This was a great interview 👍🏽

    • @dchang11
      @dchang11 4 місяці тому +3

      I remember when Troy Aikman started at FOX Sports with Joe Buck and Cris Collinsworth. The trio called a lot of Eagles games when Donovan McNabb was playing. His analyst abilities impressed me, and he isn't afraid to criticize the Dallas Cowboys. He's always straight to the point.

  • @daviddorger6916
    @daviddorger6916 4 місяці тому +12

    Packer fan here. Troy is a great commentator. I remember saying that many years ago during his very first broadcast. He breaks down the more intricate details of the game using simple words that non-experts like me can understand and he does it without talking down to the audience. Props to Troy. Consummate professional.

  • @tomkeller6982
    @tomkeller6982 4 місяці тому +44

    Great interview. Troy, like the great commentators of my lifetime, does us proud. The man's a gem.

  • @7phyton
    @7phyton 4 місяці тому +25

    As a 49ers fan, the lengthy rivalry between SF and Dallas for so many years was just epic to watch, and Aikman was one of the best parts of it. Both teams made each other better and better. Even opponents, you have to totally appreciate a great player and class act. Great still to see him in the football world. Thanks dude, we loved all those games, wins and losses.

    • @hjk3351
      @hjk3351 4 місяці тому

      Definitely true. Its just unfortunate that right now the cowboys cant compete with the niners at a mental or physical level. They just fall apart. Part of that is credit to the niners for being a great team, but its also in part that dallas is bad on details, lack discipline, and they are quick to throw in the towel when the game is getting away from them. Thats not championship mentality.

    • @richardthelionheart5594
      @richardthelionheart5594 4 місяці тому

      Interesting how Ken Norton bridged the gap between both teams.

    • @markelder4789
      @markelder4789 4 місяці тому

      Yes Steve Young and even Joe Montana used to give us fits. Just like the red skins and as much as we disliked the other team somehow we loved them
      And welcomed the challenge.

    • @workaccount4956
      @workaccount4956 4 місяці тому

      And Charles Haley & Deion

    • @kimlanglewis152
      @kimlanglewis152 4 місяці тому

      I liked when he gave Steve Young his due respect and love after the Niners finally beat them in the NFC championship. I believe the Late John Madden said that, "Troy wanted Steve to win one, just not against them"........something like that.

  • @ld4974
    @ld4974 4 місяці тому +59

    This man, with Smith and Irvin, won 3 Super Bowls in 4 years. Legendary.

    • @slikman19
      @slikman19 4 місяці тому +6

      Should have been 4 of 4 but Jerry has a big ego and fired Jimmy

    • @ChadtheHammer
      @ChadtheHammer 4 місяці тому +1

      *Irvin

    • @ld4974
      @ld4974 4 місяці тому +1

      @@ChadtheHammer Fixed. Thanks.

  • @user-ch7uh2gs2r
    @user-ch7uh2gs2r 4 місяці тому +20

    Troy Aikman I am 70 years old Cowboys fan
    I have the most respect for you specially as a signal parent you are a good man
    Buy the way I Muslim and love football

  • @THuynh-28
    @THuynh-28 4 місяці тому +13

    Troy Aikman is one of my idols watching the Cowboys in the 90s with my dad bring great memories. Enjoy him calling games with Joe Buck and hearing his stories and perspective in life. Keep it up Mr. Aikman and God Bless.

  • @drums3269
    @drums3269 4 місяці тому +92

    As a Cowboys fan, my heart goes out to Jimmy, Irvin, and Troy. If it's difficult for us fans, it must be harder for them. That game was a debacle. It's time to bring in a discipline first coach like Belichik. He's a no-nonsense coach that will chew Prescott out and bench players that aren't mentally in the game.

    • @MauriceMamba
      @MauriceMamba 4 місяці тому +5

      @drums3269 I personally don’t think Dak is the answer for y’all Cowboy Fans . He just CHOKES Waaaaaaaaaaaaay to much in big Games. He threw 2 picks last year against the 49ers that cost the Game. And 2 picks right away in the 1st qtr against Tampa . A team plays the whole year to get to the playoffs . But if I were y’all’s owner , I’d be looking for someone else. I do realize that yalls defense didn’t show up to play . A lot of missed tackles in the Game. But it all started with Dak. He personally put y’all in the hole right away.

    • @Kenshawmusic
      @Kenshawmusic 4 місяці тому +1

      @@MauriceMamba”Dak”, for Dakota is corrrct spelling 😊

    • @adrianenriquez2544
      @adrianenriquez2544 4 місяці тому +2

      Well looks like we'll be going nowhere... They're deciding to keep McCarthy 🤡

    • @MauriceMamba
      @MauriceMamba 4 місяці тому

      @@Kenshawmusic nice try, but the word CORRECT IS Not SPELLED WITH 3r’s either. 🤔😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @tmoney6475
      @tmoney6475 4 місяці тому

      Can’t win playoff games with Dak. He just can’t get it done under pressure. This is why he looks great in reg season.

  • @icegod4767
    @icegod4767 4 місяці тому +58

    Troy Aikman was the man one of my favorite quarterbacks love that dude

  • @TheDjcheerio
    @TheDjcheerio 4 місяці тому +57

    To see Mr. Stephen A. Smith go back to his TRUE calling as a hard nosed JOURNALIST was AMAZING!!! The man has unlimited skills…but he actually brought out the talent of Aikman as an electric analyst! Great job sir! #Go9ers

    • @andredarin8966
      @andredarin8966 4 місяці тому +6

      Good call. People don’t get his “Black Hat” shtick is not how he made his bones. He’s a stellar interviewer and broadcast journalist.

  • @d.s.8733
    @d.s.8733 4 місяці тому +70

    The touchdown pass to Musgrave where no one was within 20 yards of him is the exact same play Kyle Shanahan ran against LaFleur in San Fran in the playoff with Rodgers under center and the result was the exact same result! LaFleur actually ran that play in the regular season but Love was pressured and threw and incomplete pass but Musgrave was as wide open in that moment as he was in Dallas.

    • @williamhermann6635
      @williamhermann6635 4 місяці тому +14

      That play was a staple of Mike Shanahan's offense way back in the 90s with Shannon Sharpe. Packers ran it week 1 vs the Bears too. Love fumbled the snap but was still able to complete the pass. Unfortunately Musgrave tripped before reaching the endzone. Thats the context for why Lafleur said "And Musgrave stayed on his feet!" in the post game locker room speech sunday night lol

    • @NebulaNestDIY
      @NebulaNestDIY 4 місяці тому +3

      I think Musgrave caught that ball then fell down at about the 5 or 6 yard line. MLF mentioned that in the locker room post game and the team cheered. Maybe you are thnking of a different play than the one I remember though. Go check out game one against the Bears. Go Pack Go!

  • @mikepriceup
    @mikepriceup 4 місяці тому +9

    What I love the most about troy Aikman besides being a fellow OKIE is when he sees dallas doing what dallas does he's got no problem calling them out and saying WTF was that. Dallas has ripped my heart out for the last time and I'm guessing I'm not alone.

  • @charlesandre2698
    @charlesandre2698 4 місяці тому +26

    Truly an outstanding video….a pleasure to watch….the discussion and questions were spot on…..thank you both!!!!!!

  • @geese8891
    @geese8891 4 місяці тому +61

    I used to get mad at Stephen A making his videos laughing at us but I can’t help to laugh with him now. I have no feelings anymore

    • @robogreek3157
      @robogreek3157 4 місяці тому +1

      It's just a show. He doesn't hate dallas

    • @stevenpollard5171
      @stevenpollard5171 4 місяці тому +2

      I am a big Cowboys fan, yet I enjoy Stephen A’s banter about putting down the ‘Boys. Like you say, I laugh at him and laugh with him sometimes. He puts on a good show with what he does. This here is a good journalistic work, though.

    • @geronimoflores6988
      @geronimoflores6988 4 місяці тому

      I know what you mean the cowboys let us down every year thinking there finally gonna get to the promise land

  • @bt2598
    @bt2598 4 місяці тому +41

    I love Troy’s voice.

    • @nedludd7622
      @nedludd7622 4 місяці тому +4

      Also his command of language is impressive.

  • @JOERANSTRAIGHT
    @JOERANSTRAIGHT 4 місяці тому +24

    I don’t like Stephen A take on the Cowboys most of the time but bringing Troy Aikman on, got me to listen… heartbreaking loss to the Packers has just shocked me…

    • @montanawalsh8155
      @montanawalsh8155 4 місяці тому +1

      I felt the same about S.A. until watching this video. I'm right there with you, shocking and heartbreaking loss.

    • @lukasdillinger4984
      @lukasdillinger4984 4 місяці тому +2

      This Packer fan did not watch Cowboys, only heard all the hype, but friends were telling me all year long that Cowboys did not beat any good teams they played, and San Fran had obliterated them. Packers were obliterated by Lions in GB in early season, but by Thanksgiving they (young team, many rookies) had improved so much that they went to Detroit and obliterated the Lions. The Packers are MUCH better (now) than their WIN/LOSS record indicates, and the Cowboys are not as good as their record indicated. It is what it is, some people were not surprised that GB won the game, I was, but some people who had been watching the Cowboys closely all year long knew that they were not as good as the hype. --- Sometimes its good to get out of your bubble.

  • @khans9529
    @khans9529 4 місяці тому +16

    This was an incredibly well conducted interview. SAS was extremely friendly, light hearted, and made sure Troy was comfortable throughout the entirety of the interview all while not once interrupting him as well as asking him some great questions. This right here is top tier journalism. 👏🏼👏🏼

  • @shawnkristoferu8303
    @shawnkristoferu8303 4 місяці тому +111

    The root cause of problems at the Cowboys has always been Jerry Jones.
    He tries to control the football side even though he is not experienced enough to do that.
    Jerry has made the team into a marketing machine & he should stay focused on that.
    But get a good coach & let the guy do his work

    • @South3West77
      @South3West77 4 місяці тому +7

      Nailed it

    • @Wargasm54
      @Wargasm54 4 місяці тому +5

      I don’t like Jerry. But didn’t he own the Cowboys when they won 3 Superbowls?

    • @kevinchester6721
      @kevinchester6721 4 місяці тому +11

      @@Wargasm54yes. Bob Kraft has owned the Patriots for their 6. Who’s the better owner, the one who everyone knows is the problem or the one you couldn’t pick out of a line up?

    • @South3West77
      @South3West77 4 місяці тому +10

      @Wargasm54 yeah, 28 years,ago under Jimmie Johnson, Since then, it has been nearly 3 decades, 28 years of this crap.

    • @shawnkristoferu8303
      @shawnkristoferu8303 4 місяці тому +7

      @@Wargasm54
      That was all JJ.

  • @gradysimpson3137
    @gradysimpson3137 4 місяці тому +7

    Hey Stephen A. Thanks for this interview great show!!

  • @michaellewis4626
    @michaellewis4626 4 місяці тому +17

    Absolute excellent interview. Brilliant content and great articulation

  • @crundell34
    @crundell34 4 місяці тому +15

    As a die hard 30+ year Cowboy fan it was hands down the most embarrassing loss ever. Quinn had the defense looking like a pee wee team. Dak showed once again he couldn't handle playoff pressure and McCarthy play calling was awful. They looked completely unprepared and they embarrassed themselves,the star,the fans and the organization. Sad day to be a Cowboy fan. I can't speak for all fans but as for me. If changes aren't made I won't be watching any games. Can't keep pissing on me and tell me it's raining FIX IT!!!!!!!

    • @db9885
      @db9885 4 місяці тому +5

      Today has the been the first time I’ve allowed myself to watch or read any sports commentary since Sunday evening. I’m still gutted by the whole thing.

    • @shoregirl4733
      @shoregirl4733 4 місяці тому +3

      ​@@db9885Same. Beyond depressing. This year felt "different." Full of hope. I thought they finally had the passion, the desire and the grit. I honestly thought this was it, finally. Until Sunday. I expected a game not a sham. It's gonna take till August to shake this ick off. What. Is. The. Answer? That's the question. 😢😢😢

    • @johanstinson
      @johanstinson 4 місяці тому +1

      Lol. Cowboys fans still won't give GB any credit lol

    • @crundell34
      @crundell34 4 місяці тому +1

      @@johanstinson no because there is no reason you should have one the game. Dallas lost that game because of Dallas and calm down you gonna lose Sunday. If it were just because you played well McCarthy's head wouldn't be on the chopping block. Dallas hired him to take them further in the playoffs. Not win 12 games. Sports Networks also put the blame on Dallas so it ain't just fans.

    • @johanstinson
      @johanstinson 4 місяці тому

      @@crundell34 😂😂😂
      Cape and Seethe loser

  • @theunknown4570
    @theunknown4570 4 місяці тому +19

    In 28 years. Many coaching and Staffing changes. Many player changes. But one common denominator always stays.

    • @GameTime-yj6qv
      @GameTime-yj6qv 4 місяці тому +2

      The worst part is how consistently talented the Cowboys have been since the Parcels days, yet they routinely shrink and underperform in the playoffs. Jerry Jones needs to hire a coach that can bring discipline and accountability to the team and Jerry needs to get out of the way.

    • @scottdavidson526
      @scottdavidson526 4 місяці тому

      ​@@GameTime-yj6qv Yeah, but he won't.

    • @sharkfintech5893
      @sharkfintech5893 4 місяці тому

      ​@@scottdavidson526 Belichick or Harbaugh would be that type of head coach. Time will tell...

    • @gregcable3250
      @gregcable3250 4 місяці тому +1

      Respectfully, is it possible that Cowboy fans (not all of course) yearly buy into hype--constant coverage on sports channels, pumping up modest things, etc.--creates higher than warranted expectations. As a non-Cowboy fan I regularly watch them and say--what is this yearly, constant, relentless build-up about?

    • @GameTime-yj6qv
      @GameTime-yj6qv 4 місяці тому

      @@gregcable3250 as a Cowboy fan I can say the Cowboys are such a tease. There are games where they play like they are a Super Bowl favorite, then other games where they lay an egg. For the last 12 years or so they have had really good talent on the team. They just falter in most big games, especially playoff games. They make so many mistakes, shooting themselves in their own foot. Coming into this playoff game they had won 16 straight home games. Then they play with no effort or urgency in their first playoff game. Very disappointing

  • @ashleighelizabeth5916
    @ashleighelizabeth5916 4 місяці тому +29

    Never say never Troy, I think he'd have a better than average chance of being a good front office guy and I'd love to see him get the opportunity.

    • @esauavalos7962
      @esauavalos7962 4 місяці тому

      More than that. He knows what it takes for an individual to be successful. You have to look at the makeup of each individual player. Troy would do that. Unfortunately, the Jones do not want that

  • @Fat_Tony_Capaldi
    @Fat_Tony_Capaldi 4 місяці тому +66

    I'm a cowboys fan, and I seen it coming. It was expected.

    • @Deonte692
      @Deonte692 4 місяці тому +6

      Rite....Why is it big deal if everyone says all Dallas does is Choke 🤷🏽‍♀️.,. WHAT IS THE BIG SHOCK🙄

    • @GameTime-yj6qv
      @GameTime-yj6qv 4 місяці тому +1

      Same here. Not surprised unfortunately

    • @scottdavidson526
      @scottdavidson526 4 місяці тому +2

      I did as well. It's all about the culture.

    • @rogelioaguilar4814
      @rogelioaguilar4814 4 місяці тому

      Garbage time Dak showed up like he always when trailing to elite team by 24+. Fun to see he still does that lmao

    • @marvinbienaime2012
      @marvinbienaime2012 4 місяці тому +1

      Same here. Unless I see a dramatic change, there will be no change!

  • @richardcoronado4081
    @richardcoronado4081 4 місяці тому +4

    Troy Aikman is one of the most likeable, respected and unbiased people in the sports world. He tells it as he sees it, no favoritism or partiality. Just plain honest observations from a genuine, true football player's perspective. Professionalism at it's hest.

  • @markkettner9246
    @markkettner9246 4 місяці тому +12

    After just watching the Tampa Philly game Troy's take was right on

  • @skinbleaching125
    @skinbleaching125 4 місяці тому +21

    troy is a legend

  • @edupbeat
    @edupbeat 4 місяці тому +16

    Troy had atleast 4 pro bowl seasons left in him. Always was resentful of him retiring early. He was my fav QB as a kid(90’s). I understood why(retiring early) though.

    • @mikew5858
      @mikew5858 4 місяці тому +7

      Too many concussions. When he got knocked out of the 93 NFC championship he was asked where he was and he said Henryetta, Oklahoma, where he played high school ball.

    • @GameTime-yj6qv
      @GameTime-yj6qv 4 місяці тому +2

      Troy still looks in incredible shape

    • @sharkfintech5893
      @sharkfintech5893 4 місяці тому

      ​@@mikew5858 I think you mean '94 (loss to the Deion Sanders-powered 49ers) ?

    • @edupbeat
      @edupbeat 4 місяці тому

      @@mikew5858 dayum

  • @niceguy3000k
    @niceguy3000k 4 місяці тому +10

    Thanks for having the legend on today

  • @curtthechameleon
    @curtthechameleon 4 місяці тому +4

    I always knew when we played against Troy, it was gonna be a battle. He was a great qb and an even better dude. Great interview.

  • @vintagevinylvets1187
    @vintagevinylvets1187 4 місяці тому +16

    Love the fact that Stephen A. addressed the Aikman and Buck combo. It seemed Monday Night Football was on life support prior. Troy and Buck have made it credible again.

  • @badshah_BC
    @badshah_BC 4 місяці тому +24

    As a Niners fan, I've always "hated" the Cowboys but Troy Aikman is awesome and in my very humble opinion, underrated as a QB. Amazing talent on the field and calls a very unbiased game in the booth. You can tell how much respect #8 has for the sport of football.

  • @johnneeley2761
    @johnneeley2761 4 місяці тому +4

    What we saw from Jimmy during halftime was real. That was the last great coach of Dallas speaking truth with intensity. He knows what it takes to win. Troy knows this as well. If Jerry really wants to win a Superbowl before he dies, he needs to make Troy an offer he can’t refuse to come in and be a real GM and make all hiring and football decisions. Unfortunately, that will never happen, but I would absolutely love to see it.

  • @averagedan4
    @averagedan4 4 місяці тому +8

    Toned down Stephen A is so much more enjoyable imo

  • @tulsavol6653
    @tulsavol6653 4 місяці тому +2

    Troy:. Great player, broadcaster, and person. Thanks for the memories!

  • @panoramicview8173
    @panoramicview8173 4 місяці тому +5

    You can tell how much Stephen A respects Troy by how this interview was conducted. Focused, measured, and deference to the HOFer.

  • @Mark-hn5bm
    @Mark-hn5bm 4 місяці тому +16

    Troy does an excellent job in the broadcast booth these days and has for a long time, but I remember the first for few seasons, I was cursing at the tv at him for being an out and out homer and he wasn’t trying to hide it. That was easy as a Gmen fan but truth be told he’s excellent and impartial

  • @upgr8king
    @upgr8king 4 місяці тому +5

    Wholesome interview, Much Love 💜💛

  • @samuelquintanilla6338
    @samuelquintanilla6338 4 місяці тому +19

    The nostalgia is hitting hard.

  • @marteanderson7963
    @marteanderson7963 4 місяці тому +50

    It's a culture issue in Dallas. I'm not sure the Cowboys have the will to make the changes which go much deeper than most realize.

    • @MrSoutherhospitality
      @MrSoutherhospitality 4 місяці тому +2

      Exactly all these different coaches that’s available and knowing that their style wouldn’t fit because Jerry won’t let it 🤷🏾‍♂️🤷🏾‍♂️🤷🏾‍♂️

    • @encinobalboa
      @encinobalboa 4 місяці тому +4

      Correct. Jerrah being Jerrah is a problem with no solution. Jerrah would have to cancel his stupid radio show and cede control to real football people. That will never happen.

    • @skytale35
      @skytale35 4 місяці тому +3

      I think they may be . . . kind of like the New York Knicks. Winning would be a bonus, but the important thing is the show . . . maybe?

    • @mikew5858
      @mikew5858 4 місяці тому +2

      And ten dollar nachos or whatever the heck they charge at Jerry World now.

    • @tacotom3492
      @tacotom3492 4 місяці тому

      ​@@skytale35you people Are trash.. the Knicks don't win, the cowboys do. Will Mcclay and Stephen run the cowboys.m you don't follow shit so STFU 😂😂😂

  • @Mike-sj1yt
    @Mike-sj1yt 4 місяці тому +6

    I told everyone jimmy johnson wasn’t playing he was dead serious…bring him back, that’s the fire they need!

  • @mitchstaff8281
    @mitchstaff8281 4 місяці тому +7

    If you think about it the Cowboys of the 90's were primarily built with the Walker trade and the Packers used Adams and Rodgers to get about the same draft haul.

  • @christianmoore1234
    @christianmoore1234 4 місяці тому +4

    troy aikman as a gm would get it done 100%

  • @davidstull6867
    @davidstull6867 4 місяці тому +36

    Troy is a class act💥

  • @dwl815380
    @dwl815380 4 місяці тому +7

    Love that Troy was asked about CJ and the Texans. I think they may be the most dangerous team in the playoffs right now. They had ZERO expectations to be where they are now. Their season, regardless of how it ends now, has been great. There is still nothing expected of them and nobody around the NFL will see them as a collapse if they lose their next game. There are still no expectations for them as they move through the playoffs and all they have to do is continue to play fast, physical, and free. The only expectation for them is to continue to have FUN. CJ is the most exciting prospect to watch since TB and Peyton in the early 2000's!!!

    • @stevenpollard5171
      @stevenpollard5171 4 місяці тому

      I put C. J. In the category of young exciting QB’s to watch even if I am not particularly a fan of the team. BTW, I am a fan of the Texans. This includes Mahomes, Burrow, Purdy, Allen, Lawrence, Hurts, and I guess now I have to grudgingly (Ha) add Love to the list. They are all worthy of tuning in to watch. I respect their hard work to win and improve. I guess not all are so new and young anymore, but they all look like kids to this senior citizen. BTW again, it is surprising what is happening to Hurts and the Eagles. I don’t want the hated Eagles to win it all, but their and Hurts’ struggles are unexpected to say the least!

  • @pops3287
    @pops3287 4 місяці тому +5

    Great interview Steve! Troy is one of the greatest 🤟🏽

  • @RMAli23
    @RMAli23 4 місяці тому +9

    Great interview. Love Troy Aikman. He is one of the great ones.

  • @angelatanurdzic7508
    @angelatanurdzic7508 4 місяці тому +1

    Thanks for this great interview.

  • @AFIREMED11
    @AFIREMED11 4 місяці тому +8

    This is why Stephen A is the best in the business. What a fantastic interview. The man asked all the questions we wanted answers to. you're the best at it Stephen A. I love your work.

    • @HardBoy1
      @HardBoy1 4 місяці тому

      Stephen A did admit on First Take, a few months ago how he actually read the comments from the fans and he has taken some tips and advice, when people in the comments, recommend something for his show. He also said he didn't agree with getting rid of Molly as we all know the comments were brutal towards her 😅

  • @Noeau
    @Noeau 4 місяці тому +7

    Strahan nailed it. He feels Cowboys organization is like a broadway show with distractions and expectations that probably hinder the players from just playing football. JJ is the center of that. How many other teams have owners that is always heard and part of the news. Except for negative news lIke Tepper or Snyder only JJ

  • @thr1525
    @thr1525 4 місяці тому +1

    Excellent interview

  • @joannkelly7994
    @joannkelly7994 4 місяці тому +2

    Much respect for Troy, Michael, Emmitt, the teams and Jimmy Johnson.

  • @MrSully300
    @MrSully300 4 місяці тому +3

    Being a Dallas fan since ‘77, this franchise needs a damn HC that will do exactly what Jimmy Johnson did at halftime

  • @paulcastro9478
    @paulcastro9478 4 місяці тому +5

    Jimmy was real in his reaction and we need that back in intensity that Jimmy brings

    • @sharkfintech5893
      @sharkfintech5893 4 місяці тому

      That, or, a real super-disciplinarian/accountability type head coach, like Harbaugh or Belichick. I agree that McCarthy isn't the answer to the Cowboys' problems.

  • @TXprimeFishing13
    @TXprimeFishing13 4 місяці тому +1

    I’m a huge Aikman fan and I like the way Stephen A. conducted this interview.
    This is one of the best interviews that I’ve seen Stephen A. do.
    No comparison to some of the horrible interviews he has done on First Take.
    I like the way he interviews on his Radio Show better.
    Very professional and has great points all while allowing Aikman to answer and give us his professional opinion. Both guys did great!!!

  • @lamontmaxiesr9948
    @lamontmaxiesr9948 4 місяці тому

    Great interview on both parts

  • @josevillalobos408
    @josevillalobos408 4 місяці тому +9

    Its been the pattern since Tony Romo to lose the first round of the playoffs, and has never stop..

    • @tacotom3492
      @tacotom3492 4 місяці тому

      They won vs Tampa Bay last year .. great take 😂

  • @mikesadventures1597
    @mikesadventures1597 4 місяці тому +4

    Outstanding. I love Troy. You Know His Dad did not want anything to do with him. Never went to any of his Games. When I think of Troy one word comes to mind. Perseverance. Out there. somewhere tonight a young Athlete with no support can think, if Troy did it, so can I

  • @miltonsmith974
    @miltonsmith974 4 місяці тому +1

    Troy Aikman has always been well-liked as a person. At Dallas, in college (Oklahoma & UCLA) at his high school in Henryetta, Oklahoma. Dude has always been loved everywhere he's been.

  • @tg8150
    @tg8150 4 місяці тому +1

    Aikman is on my short list of hands I’d love to shake. A living legend who tells it like it is.

  • @francruz5824
    @francruz5824 4 місяці тому +18

    Troy Aikman, is just trying to keep his cool but he’s right. It does not matter who the coach is.

    • @SilverBullet22250
      @SilverBullet22250 4 місяці тому

      He's already said it in the past and why I like him. "When it doesn't fix the problem, then you start at the very top" And I'm sure Jerry dislikes him more than anyone else for telling the truth.

  • @billhamilton9145
    @billhamilton9145 4 місяці тому +7

    Unfortunately the Cowboys won’t win another Super Bowl until after Jerry passes away…as others have said the one constant in the SB drought is Jerry. You have to admire his dedication and involvement in the team but as an owner he has to step away from controlling every aspect. If he would just watch the games and let the coaches and players do their jobs without him constantly looking over their shoulders I think they could win another SB. They definitely have the talent. But Jerry is always talking on radio shows and TV. He is always voicing his opinion. What other owner has a press conference outside of the locker room after home games?? It’s way too much pressure. You’d think after 28 yrs of the drought he could sit down with his son and say ok…who or what has been here over nearly 3 decades that could be the problem. It’s not players or coaches…there’s only one person…

    • @rayray7896
      @rayray7896 4 місяці тому

      Unfortunately men like Jerry live till they are 100 plus

  • @FleanerBeeMedia
    @FleanerBeeMedia 4 місяці тому +2

    Steven A is the man. On point especially with the last pieces of question.

  • @meinking22
    @meinking22 4 місяці тому +2

    Great interview! Aikman is a Champ. Pure Win

  • @dagrier
    @dagrier 4 місяці тому +4

    That's the same way I feel about the Miami Dolphins. It doesn't matter if the coach, the players, and the owner are different, it's the same outcome each year.

  • @cski4048
    @cski4048 4 місяці тому +4

    Aikman is always on point.

  • @julienalexander6113
    @julienalexander6113 4 місяці тому +1

    Great interview

  • @happycowgirl32
    @happycowgirl32 4 місяці тому +2

    Great interview. Troy is very classy. One of the best ever!

  • @markburnham7512
    @markburnham7512 4 місяці тому +3

    No showboating with Troy. He tells you what he thinks as clearly as he can. And he knows what he is talking about.

  • @matthewgilfus1640
    @matthewgilfus1640 4 місяці тому +22

    Matt Lafleur's gameplan was, "if we win the toss take the ball first." That's it. Maybe his plan was, "We have a shot because the pressure is on them." He didn't know they'd be in zone. He didn't know Lamb would start being emotional after one series without getting the ball. He didn't know Dak would come out flat and miss receivers.

    • @allen9621
      @allen9621 4 місяці тому +2

      Whomp whomp

    • @ChuckPike
      @ChuckPike 4 місяці тому

      How did he not know, when everyone else knew? The Cowboys are who we thought they were, Dem Boys.

    • @ThatsCrazyBro3752
      @ThatsCrazyBro3752 4 місяці тому +9

      Nah his game plan was to run the ball and neutralize Micah

    • @williamhermann6635
      @williamhermann6635 4 місяці тому +1

      The great thing about this offense is with all the presnap motions, playactions, misdirections, etc is it almost doesnt matter if the defense is in zone or not on some plays. With all the window dressing abd moving parts, somebody on the defense usually blows an assignment. Thats why they get guys so wide open so often. This scheme is like a machine when ran properly. Each play feeds into the next and before long the defense doesnt know what to do. Weve seen it 4 straight weeks now, all against top 10 defenses.

    • @ChrisSmith-tu9bu
      @ChrisSmith-tu9bu 4 місяці тому +1

      I mean Dak didn't. Lamb had two drops early and Cooks screwed up on a perfectly thrown deep pass...Other than the one pick six and another near pick Dak was pretty good this game..the issue was the defense

  • @dennislaruejr2950
    @dennislaruejr2950 4 місяці тому +2

    Great interview and interaction Stephen A. and Troy.

  • @mrcarterfx885
    @mrcarterfx885 4 місяці тому +2

    If y’all wanna know why we have three of the greatest position players from the 90s and 3 Super Bowls …the Jimmy Johnson you saw at halftime is why….COACHING MATTERS

  • @AmericanMade87
    @AmericanMade87 4 місяці тому +4

    Troy Aikman is a national treasure.

  • @johnmorrison8942
    @johnmorrison8942 4 місяці тому

    Thanks!

  • @lifeops8598
    @lifeops8598 4 місяці тому +2

    Stephen!!!!!!! Why can’t we see more of you like this than the over bombastic first take??

  • @user-nt2wl2cp3z
    @user-nt2wl2cp3z 4 місяці тому +3

    Troy you are a champion off the feild too

  • @user-sx5yg4ms3r
    @user-sx5yg4ms3r 4 місяці тому +3

    I will take Troy right now to be our quarterback for the cowboys again. Watching Troy play for the Cowboys was a great time.

  • @artartwell1992
    @artartwell1992 4 місяці тому +1

    Great conversation 👌 👏 👍 🙌
    Fire 🔥 Kings 🤴 🔥 🙌....
    Great commentary 👌 👏 👍 🤣

  • @bigsosa3828
    @bigsosa3828 4 місяці тому +2

    I honestly think the country wanted Dallas to get to divisional round and LOSE lol but the first round versus GB is just hard to stomach

  • @rickjust
    @rickjust 4 місяці тому +3

    the reason the packers wide outs were wide open is because there are so many studs on that team. you can't cover all of them

    • @YourUserNameSucksx10
      @YourUserNameSucksx10 4 місяці тому

      EXACTLY.... OUTSIDE of packers fans... I don't think other people know.
      Watson, reed, doubs, wicks, heath, bo, Musgrave, kraft, aaron jones....
      PICK YOUR POISON.
      Go pack go

  • @Icecube88
    @Icecube88 4 місяці тому +8

    the common factor is jerry jones

    • @averagedan4
      @averagedan4 4 місяці тому

      yessir and when he drops dead itll be his equally stupid son

    • @lowes1524
      @lowes1524 4 місяці тому

      Absolutely

  • @mdawg-vm3qn
    @mdawg-vm3qn 4 місяці тому +2

    Dallas never changes formations, the rams admitted after they trounced Dallas in the playoffs that they knew every route/protection/scheme based on the formation. So stupid. Same story every year. It's like they don't scout themselves throughout the year. Imagine that! "OK guys, we're gonna memorize these formations and play calls, but then we're not going to make any changes throughout the year."

  • @Paul_425
    @Paul_425 4 місяці тому +1

    I was watching the halftime report, and when I saw Jimmy so fired up...I knew the cowboys gone messed it up....Jimmy was heated his other co-anchors were holding him back. That shows how much he loves the cowboys, that's dedication. Best of luck cowboys in the upcoming season, shake off this loss again...

  • @AdamHemi
    @AdamHemi 4 місяці тому +4

    About Belichick going to Dallas. It looks like a good proposal on paper, but once you weight in the fact that Jerry wants to be the front face of the franchise at all times and not having signs of relinquishing his GM duty anytime soon, I doubt Belichick will actually work with that. It seems like Belichick would like to have not only coaching but also GM decisions in his control at all times.
    But at the same time, Dallas have shown a lack in the discipline department since they're one of the most penalized teams in the NFL this season (1st in total counts and 2nd in total yards). They could definitly use Belichick's strict coaching style to make it better.

    • @tjk9263
      @tjk9263 4 місяці тому

      Bill just wants to coach period. Bill already said he doesnt need to be in control of roster. Jerry and his scouts will pick players, Bill will coach them and get them to NFCCG.

    • @GameTime-yj6qv
      @GameTime-yj6qv 4 місяці тому

      ​@@tjk9263which would be great because the Cowboys draft well. Just let Belichick handle the football side of things.

    • @AdamHemi
      @AdamHemi 4 місяці тому

      @@tjk9263 🤔that’s a good point

  • @NebulaNestDIY
    @NebulaNestDIY 4 місяці тому +5

    I am a Packers fan and I like Aikman calling games. Joe Buck has to go though. LOL Hated Aikman when he was playng but as an announcer he does a pretty good job. I would like to know how he prepares for calling a game. After the game I can see most of the talking heads in sports media didn't really prepare based off the picks and pregame comments. If they did prepare they might have taken a moment to talk about Dallas going into the playoffs using 205 pounders at the off line LB postion a little suspect. Regular season you can get away with things you can't come playoff time.

  • @dansnyder9102
    @dansnyder9102 4 місяці тому +1

    Troy is a class act. IMO, Troy is the best analyst in the NFL.

  • @encinobalboa
    @encinobalboa 4 місяці тому +5

    Bill and Jim will not take the job in Dallas because of Jerrah. Kraft was hands off with Bill which is what Bill wants. Jim got run off by Jed so he will not accept another meddlesome owner. Jerrah will have to find another pliable HC who will let Jerrah be the biggest hat in the room.

  • @w5winston
    @w5winston 4 місяці тому +10

    Raised an Eagle fan, I've always loved Troy.

    • @hoyasaxa215
      @hoyasaxa215 4 місяці тому +2

      I enjoyed his commentary tonight. He should do more talks with Stephen A Smith. Aikman is clear and concise, always on point, and straightforward. He understood Eagles fans frustration on MNF and made a point in the post game.
      That’s a color analyst. Troy isn’t afraid to be critical against the Cowboys and Dallas fans hate that. He’s the best in the business.

    • @krackergrit
      @krackergrit 4 місяці тому

      And the eagles fell apart

  • @mikethebeginner
    @mikethebeginner 4 місяці тому

    Excellent segment. So well done. Great and thoughtful analysis. Both interviewer and interviewee seemed knowledgeable, comfortable, and casual.

  • @harlequin75
    @harlequin75 4 місяці тому +1

    One of the better Stephen A interviews.

  • @TheodoreRizzo
    @TheodoreRizzo 4 місяці тому +5

    Jerry Jones it’s cursed forever he won’t see a Super Bowl in his remaining life.

    • @PrisonMike911
      @PrisonMike911 4 місяці тому

      Very true. He took advantage of the salary cap-less system and then the salary cap put the kabosh on their impressive 90’s run.

  • @justbe3713
    @justbe3713 4 місяці тому +8

    PRESSURE. Playing in Dallas since the 90’s dynasty takes a certain type of player. Social media now puts so much extra pressure that these young guys are freezing up in the big games.