The Washington Commanders have broken their long-standing NFC championship game drought, defeating the Detroit Lions to secure a spot in the upcoming conference title match. This victory has now made the Cowboys the only NFC team without a championship game appearance since 1995, marking a 29-year dry spell for the club. Fans and analysts are voicing their frustrations over this lingering absence, particularly in light of the Commanders' success under former Cowboys defensive coordinator Dan Quinn.

Many notable NFL figures, including former Cowboys players, have expressed their opinions on social media, highlighting a cultural shift needed within the Cowboys organization. This sentiment escalates amid discussions about potential coaching interviews, particularly with Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury. As Washington celebrates, the Cowboys face more scrutiny as their championship appearance drought extends while other NFC East teams have achieved recent success.