# Samuel Calls It Quits on Cowboys | Dallas Cowboys News

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Published: 2026-09-15T00:07:34+00:00
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Asante Samuel’s fiery social media rant has ignited a firestorm, demanding Jerry Jones’ retirement as Cowboys owner — citing wasted spending and a defense that’s crumbling under pressure. After a brutal Week 1 loss to the Giants, Samuel zeroed in on Dak Prescott’s clutch-game shortcomings and a porous defense that surrendered nearly 400 yards, couldn’t stop third downs, or force turnovers. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer admitted the defensive lapses but backed new coordinator Christian Parker, stressing urgency ahead of a tough Week 2 showdown with the Commanders. Former QB Ben NiDucci echoed Samuel’s criticism, calling the defense “Swiss cheese,” while legend Michael Irvin remains defiant, betting his hair on a NFC Championship run. With playoff hopes hanging by a thread and massive offseason investments at stake, the Cowboys must fix both offense and defense fast — or risk another disappointing season. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/time_to_retire_nfl_legend_calls_for_jerry_jones_to_step_down_after_cowboys_repeated_failures/s1_17730_44303858 More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/930fba9726adef4f Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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