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Tim Cowlishaw: Boos directed at Cowboys on Thursday were rare, yet deserved. Will there be more?
Fans voiced frustration over repeated postseason failures as the Cowboys again struggled at home, with booing echoing a long-running pattern, reporters said.
On Thursday, the Cowboys lost 24-16 to the winless Tampa Bay Buccaneers at home, prompting frustrated fans to initiate booing at the stadium.
Historically, fans booed Don Meredith at the Cotton Bowl in the 1960s despite his leading two NFL championship games, yet they rarely boo today despite years of playoff inactivity.
Fans described the performance as "embarrassing," while critics noted the defense allowing 241 yards of rushing is a "cardinal sin" for the Cowboys.
Quarterback Dak played only 39 seconds of effective time Thursday, leaving the offense unable to execute during the pivotal home loss.
With the Cowboys ranking 30th in salary cap dollars this season, current struggles have sparked debates about the team's direction and long-term viability.