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Cowboys legend eyes emotional return to Dallas after struggles at new team

Frisco, TX – June 16, 2025 – Dallas Cowboys legend Michael Gallup, a beloved wide receiver who etched his name in franchise history, is reportedly yearning for a return to Big D just months after a brief stint with the Las Vegas Raiders. The 29-year-old, who retired before the 2024 season but now seeks an NFL comeback, is frustrated by his lack of fit in Las Vegas and sees a homecoming as his chance to reclaim his spark, sources told ESPN.

Gallup, who signed a one-year, $3 million deal with the Raiders in April 2024 after six seasons with the Cowboys, opened up about his longing for Dallas in a recent NFL Network interview. “I told CeeDee Lamb to cherish every moment in Dallas, because not every team feels like family,” Gallup said, reflecting on his advice to the Cowboys’ star receiver. “Vegas was a great opportunity, but Dallas is where my heart is.”

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A Storied Cowboys Tenure

Gallup’s time with the Cowboys from 2018 to 2023 was marked by electrifying plays and fan adoration. Drafted in the third round (81st overall) out of Colorado State, he amassed 266 receptions, 3,744 yards, and 21 touchdowns, per Pro-Football-Reference.com. His 2019 season, with 66 catches for 1,107 yards and six scores, established him as a cornerstone alongside Amari Cooper. Despite a devastating ACL tear in Week 17 of the 2021 season, Gallup returned to contribute to Dallas’ playoff runs, earning chants of “Gallup!” from AT&T Stadium crowds.

However, the Cowboys released Gallup in March 2024 to save $9.5 million in cap space, per Spotrac, a move that stunned fans. His brief Raiders tenure was underwhelming, as he struggled to mesh with their run-heavy scheme and saw limited snaps due to lingering knee concerns, per The Athletic. The Raiders’ 2024 season, hampered by quarterback instability, further dimmed Gallup’s impact, fueling his desire to return to a familiar system.

Why Dallas Needs Gallup

The Cowboys’ receiving corps, led by CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens, is formidable, averaging 285.6 passing yards per game in 2024, per ESPN. Yet, depth remains a concern. With KaVontae Turpin primarily a return specialist and rookie Traeshon Holden unproven, Gallup’s veteran presence could stabilize the unit, per Blogging The Boys. His 2023 performance—34 catches for 418 yards in 17 games—shows he still has juice, especially in Brian Schottenheimer’s pass-heavy offense.

GM Jerry Jones, with $25 million in 2026 cap space and 12 draft picks, could orchestrate a reunion, though Gallup’s $3 million cap hit requires careful maneuvering, per Spotrac. “Michael’s a Cowboy for life,” Jones said at minicamp, per DallasCowboys.com, hinting at openness to a deal. Head coach Schottenheimer, who values Gallup’s route-running, could deploy him as a reliable WR3, complementing Lamb and Pickens.

A Fan Favorite’s Plea

Gallup’s connection to Dallas runs deep. He often spoke of the “unmatched” energy at AT&T Stadium, where fans celebrated his clutch catches, per FOX Sports. His 2019 one-handed grab against the Eagles remains a highlight reel staple. “Those fans made me feel invincible,” Gallup said, per Bleacher Report.

As the Cowboys aim for a Super Bowl LX run, Gallup’s return could ignite both the locker room and the fanbase. His familiarity with Dak Prescott’s timing and Schottenheimer’s scheme makes him a low-risk, high-reward option. Whether he dons the star again remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: Gallup’s heart belongs to Dallas. Stay tuned to NFL Network for updates!

 

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Packers' Star QB Refuses MVP Title to Fully Focus on Team in Tough Phase
Can you believe it? Jordan Love, the "red-hot" quarterback of the Green Bay Packers, is on track to compete for MVP with +1000 odds at DraftKings – but this guy is "refusing" personal glory to pour all his energy into the team struggling with a "hellish" schedule! Is this a heroic act or just a ploy? Read now to uncover the "truth" behind it! In the Super Bowl era, the Packers have produced three MVP legends: Bart Starr (1966), Brett Favre (1995-1997), and Aaron Rodgers (2011, 2014, 2020, 2021). Now, Jordan Love has a chance to become the fourth, putting the Packers on par with the Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts – the only team with four QB MVPs like Johnny Unitas, Earl Morrall, Bert Jones, and Peyton Manning. With his current "explosive" form, Love ranks fourth in the NFL for passer rating (105.4), tied for fifth in touchdown passes (22), with only four interceptions – the fewest among QBs starting all 13 games, and a 67.1% completion rate ranking seventh. But instead of "dreaming" of MVP, Love seems to be "rejecting" it! In a recent interview, he emphasized: "These are the most important games of the season, obviously with a lot of things coming down to playoff seeding and the division race, so this is the important football. I think it’s everybody, we keep stacking and keep getting better and better throughout the season and learn from the mistakes we make and overcome some of the obstacles. Just keep stacking and trying to find ways to get better every day is something that’s been helping us." These words are like a clear "declaration": Love doesn't care about MVP, but only wants to focus on the team in its "tough phase" with a 9-3-1 record, trailing the Rams (10-3) in the NFC. Head coach Matt LaFleur also "sings along": "Yeah, he’s playing really good football right now. That’s obviously important and it’s going to be important moving forward." And offensive coordinator Adam Stenavich praises the consistency: "I would say just the consistency that he’s had has been great... Just being a consistent, efficient quarterback is one thing that I’ve been really pleased with." But it's Packers defensive end Micah Parsons who "reveals" why Love deserves but is "overlooking" MVP: "I definitely think he deserves recognition... If you go off strength of schedule, how he's played and with him missing half his receivers, I think that goes unnoticed, too. Some of the things he did without (Christian Watson) early in the year, then (Jayden Reed), so this guy was missing two of his starting receivers majority of the year and they're just now getting back in these last eight weeks of the stretch, so I definitely think he deserves a lot more credit and I'm just happy I'm able to be a part of this journey with him." Currently, Matthew Stafford of the Rams leads the MVP race with -180 odds, 35 touchdown passes (far ahead of Dak Prescott with 26), passer rating 113.1, and only four interceptions. Drake Maye of the Patriots follows with +200, passer rating 111.9, 3,412 passing yards, and 23 touchdowns. Love, with a four-game winning streak (nine touchdowns, one interception, passer rating 112.1), could stage a comeback if he maintains "red-hot form" – especially in the upcoming two "epic" games: away at Denver (11-2) and Chicago (9-4). If the Packers leap to the NFC's No. 1 seed (likely needing a 4-0 finish), while the Rams stumble against Detroit (8-5) and Seattle (10-3), or the Patriots slip against Buffalo (9-4) and Baltimore (6-7), Love would have a shot at MVP. But with his "humble" attitude, does Love really want to "accept" that title? Or is he sacrificing personally to save the Packers from the "tough phase"? The 2025 NFL drama is "hotter than ever"! Do you think Love is "playing a trick" to motivate the team? Comment now and follow for the "shocking" outcome of the MVP race!