Rex Ryan Defends McCarthy Amidst Parsons' Criticism as Cowboys Struggle on Four-Game Losing Streak

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11/11/2024 20h36

### Rex Ryan Criticizes Micah Parsons Over Post-Game Comments on McCarthy

The Dallas Cowboys have once again found themselves in the limelight for reasons other than their performance on the field. Sunday's crushing 34-6 defeat at the hands of their rivals, the Philadelphia Eagles, has left the franchise in disarray. While owner Jerry Jones defended his controversial stadium design that allows sunlight to blind players at critical moments, linebacker Micah Parsons took a different route, casting aspersions on head coach Mike McCarthy.

Rex Ryan, former head coach of the New York Jets and Buffalo Bills, didn't hide his disapproval of Parsons' comments. During Monday’s episode of ESPN's "Get Up," Ryan went on an impassioned rant defending McCarthy, resulting in an unfiltered moment of live television. "Why are you piling on?" Ryan questioned. "Dead man walking? Yeah, he is. But you know what? He's professional as hell. He hasn't once blamed a damn player, ever. It's bullshit."

The Cowboys' season has been marred by turmoil, highlighted by their current four-game losing streak. As they prepare to face the Houston Texans next Monday night, the internal friction and external critique seem to be overshadowing their efforts to turn the season around. With tensions running high and public criticisms swirling, the Cowboys' locker room dynamic and their response in the upcoming game will be crucial in determining the path forward for the rest of their season.

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