Cowboys Get Roasted for Team Meal After First Day of Offseason Workouts

A Memorable First Day, for All the Wrong Reasons

The Dallas Cowboys kicked off their 2025 offseason workouts on Monday, and the excitement was palpable as star players like Micah Parsons and Dak Prescott showed up to get back to business. But while their presence on the field was a positive sign for the team’s prospects, it was the meal served after the session that quickly stole the spotlight—and not for the right reasons. What was meant to be a celebratory team meal quickly turned into a social media storm, with the Cowboys getting roasted for the rather underwhelming spread.

A Crawfish Boil That Raised Eyebrows

The meal of choice for the Cowboys’ first day back was a crawfish boil, provided by the Texas-based company Meat Church. Known for their high-quality food, Meat Church seemed like an excellent choice. However, the reality of the meal didn’t quite match the hype. Brandon Lorre of Blogging the Boys shared a photo of the spread, and what was intended to be a hearty post-workout feast turned into a viral sensation for all the wrong reasons.

While a crawfish boil might sound like an exciting choice, it quickly became clear that this meal missed the mark. The shrimp selection was called into question, with many pointing out that they appeared to be the “cheap small ones” rather than the plump, juicy shrimp that fans were expecting. The absence of seasoning was another major topic of conversation, with many poking fun at the bland-looking dish.

Social Media Takes the Lead in Critique

Once the picture of the meal hit social media, the jokes started flying. Fans and observers weren’t shy about expressing their thoughts on the seafood spread. One commenter tweeted, “You telling me they couldn’t afford the big shrimp and used the cheap small ones?” Others were more concerned with the lack of flavor, with one user quipping, “The only thing worse than the shrimp selection was the absence of any seasoning whatsoever.”

The conversation quickly turned into a mix of disbelief and amusement as people shared their takes on the underwhelming spread. “Them skrimps look bleached lmao,” wrote one Twitter user, while another humorously added, “Man if they don’t dump that whole can of seasoning on there.”

A Lesson in Team Meal Planning?

While it’s unclear whether the Cowboys’ players enjoyed the meal or not, it’s safe to say that the online response has overshadowed what was meant to be a simple post-workout treat. Hopefully, the food tasted better than it looked, and the players were able to fuel up for the rest of the offseason program. However, this incident serves as a reminder that team meals are an easy target for online scrutiny, especially when they fail to live up to expectations.

The Real Question: Will They Come Back for More?

Now, the Cowboys face a new challenge: ensuring that their team meals are as successful as their workouts. With social media reactions continuing to pile up, it remains to be seen if the next team meal will generate more positive buzz. One thing is for sure, though—the Cowboys will be back at the facility soon, and hopefully, the only thing that gets roasted next time will be the food—rather than the team itself.

In the end, this was a small hiccup in the grand scheme of things, but it certainly provided some entertainment. Here’s hoping the Cowboys can get their offseason workouts—and their team meals—on track for the season ahead.