Music star Kelly Clarkson recently appeared on Kylie Kelce’s Not Gonna Lie podcast, where she openly criticized the Dallas Cowboys’ persistent struggles, blaming team owner and general manager Jerry Jones for failing to make meaningful improvements. Clarkson expressed her frustration with Jones’ repeated claims that “now is the time” for the team to succeed, implying that similar statements in past seasons have led to nothing but disappointment.
Clarkson likened the Cowboys’ situation to the Chicago Cubs’ historic reputation for always hoping for a better next season. She acknowledged that Dallas is one of the most disliked teams, largely because their fans maintain unwavering optimism despite years of letdowns. “I don’t think there have been more dreamers since the ‘90s. Every year is our year,” she said.
Kylie Kelce, the wife of retired Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce, admitted during the podcast that she has a strong dislike for the Cowboys. However, she clarified that her feelings stem from her husband’s long tenure with the Eagles, one of the Cowboys’ biggest rivals. She also shared that many Giants fans tend to confess their team loyalty to her while agreeing on one thing: their mutual disdain for Dallas.
Clarkson’s opinion aligns with that of former NFL executive and current analyst Louis Riddick, who has also been critical of Jones’ leadership. Speaking on ESPN’s Get Up, Riddick argued that the Cowboys’ shortcomings start at the top. He pointed out that while Jones insists on running the team his way, he has made crucial mistakes—particularly in contrast to how the Philadelphia Eagles operate.
Riddick revealed that over the past three seasons, the Eagles have spent $78 million more in real cash than the Cowboys. He clarified that his criticism isn’t about the salary cap but rather about how Philadelphia’s owner, Jeffrey Lurie, directly invests in players, whereas Jones treats the Cowboys as a financial “cash cow” without making the necessary spending decisions. Riddick emphasized that effective roster building requires a well-structured front office and a coaching staff capable of maximizing player potential—two areas where he believes Dallas is falling short.