DeMarcus Lawrence Joins Seahawks, Takes a Parting Shot at Cowboys

A New Chapter Begins in Seattle

After 11 seasons, four Pro Bowl selections, and 61.5 sacks with the Dallas Cowboys, veteran defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence has moved on. On Wednesday, Lawrence signed a three-year, $42 million contract with the Seattle Seahawks, officially marking the end of his tenure in Dallas.

However, it wasn’t just his departure that made headlines—it was his candid words about his former team.

Lawrence’s Blunt Take on the Cowboys

Speaking with the “Hawk Blogger” channel in Seattle on Thursday, Lawrence was asked about adjusting to life in Seattle compared to Dallas, where he had made his full-time home. After joking about the weather, he didn’t hold back when discussing his former team’s future.

“The main difference, as you can see, is this cold. Gotta keep my jacket on here, but definitely love the atmosphere. Change of scenery is always good, but Dallas is my home. I made my home there. My family lives there. I’m forever gonna be there. But, you know, I know for sure I’m not gonna win a Super Bowl there, so… yeah.”

That last statement landed like a thunderbolt.

The Cowboys’ Three-Decade Struggle

For those who need a refresher, it has been 30 years since the Cowboys last won a Super Bowl. It has been 30 years since they even reached one. And, perhaps most painfully, it has been 30 years since they advanced to an NFC Championship Game.

Despite numerous attempts to rebuild, any significant success has been short-lived, including during Lawrence’s decade in Dallas. While questions about the team’s personnel and coaching are ongoing, the biggest uncertainty continues to revolve around ownership. Everyone in the Cowboys organization is acutely aware of this.

So, for a player of Lawrence’s stature—an 11-year veteran—to outright state that a Super Bowl wasn’t in his future with the Cowboys is not just bold but somewhat shocking. Of course, for Cowboys critics, his remark might be nothing short of hilarious.

Can the Cowboys Prove Him Wrong?

The Cowboys’ immediate response to losing Lawrence was to sign cornerback Kaiir Elam and trade for linebacker Kenneth Murray Jr., all while working on a potential extension for star pass-rusher Micah Parsons. Whether these moves will help them finally break their Super Bowl drought remains to be seen.

Meanwhile, Lawrence is focused on revitalizing his career. After missing all but four games last season due to a foot injury, he is eager to prove he can still be a disruptive force on the defensive line. It has been six years since his last double-digit sack campaign, and now, at 33, he faces the challenge of proving he still has what it takes.

A Bold New Beginning

With the Cowboys looking to silence their doubters and Lawrence seeking a career resurgence in Seattle, the upcoming season is bound to be filled with intrigue. One thing is for certain: Lawrence has already made waves before even playing a single snap for the Seahawks.

The Cowboys have heard his words. Now, it’s up to them to respond on the field.