Mycampusplug
SADLY, 4 Dallas Cowboys Players Who Underachieved and Let Us Down the Most in 2024
As the 2024 NFL season nears its conclusion, Cowboys fans are left with a bitter taste following a season that failed to live up to the lofty expectations set in the preseason. Despite having a roster filled with talent and a promising start, some key players did not perform at the level needed to secure the deep playoff run Dallas hoped for. Here are four Cowboys players who underachieved and disappointed in 2024:
1. Dak Prescott (Quarterback) The franchise QB had flashes of brilliance throughout the year, but his inconsistency in big games left the Cowboys’ offense sputtering at critical moments. With a high interception rate and struggles in the red zone, Prescott failed to deliver in must-win situations, leaving fans frustrated after what seemed like a bounce-back season.
2. Michael Gallup (Wide Receiver) After a subpar 2023 season, hopes were high for Gallup’s resurgence in 2024. Unfortunately, despite a few breakout performances, Gallup continued to struggle with drops and was unable to emerge as a consistent second option behind CeeDee Lamb. His lack of production hurt the Cowboys’ passing game, especially when the team faced top-tier defenses.
3. Tony Pollard (Running Back) Pollard entered 2024 as the Cowboys’ primary running back following Ezekiel Elliott’s departure. While expected to fill Elliott’s shoes and provide dynamic playmaking ability, Pollard’s production fell short of expectations. He struggled to break big plays and was often neutralized by defenses, leading to an unbalanced Cowboys offense that struggled to control the tempo.
4. Micah Parsons (Linebacker/Edge Rusher) Parsons had an explosive start to the season but saw his impact diminish as the year went on. Teams began to scheme around him, limiting his effectiveness as both a pass rusher and in coverage. Although still a top talent, Parsons was unable to maintain his early-season dominance, which hurt the Cowboys’ ability to create defensive pressure down the stretch.
Despite some standout individual performances, these four players underachieved when the team needed them most. With the season drawing to a close, the Cowboys will need to reassess and regroup if they hope to return to the top of the NFC in 2025.
