The Dallas Cowboys came away from Minnesota with their third victory of the season. Credit the inspiration to Coach Mike McCarthy, who dipped into a comedian’s bag of tricks.
#Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy pulled out a sledgehammer during Saturday night’s team meeting and smashed watermelons like Gallagher to emphasize their objectives. Players roared, then responded with an inspired win in Minnesota. @nflnetwork pic.twitter.com/oiUThTYuYJ
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) November 23, 2020
Mike McCarthy: “We had to bring our own watermelons. It’s hard to find watermelons this time of year in Minneapolis.” https://t.co/hFmIpSkmYM
— Jon Machota (@jonmachota) November 23, 2020
DeMarcus Lawrence once it to become a tradition, sort of like Dallas playing on Thanksgiving? Or is speaking about winning games?
MORE OF THAT!!!!!!!!!!!!
— DeMarcus Lawrence (@TankLawrence) November 23, 2020
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