Mike McDaniel, speaking candidly after the Miami Dolphins’ significant 22-20 victory over the Dallas Cowboys, addressed a lingering narrative that had shadowed his team. The prevailing belief was that the Dolphins were incapable of defeating opponents with winning records—a notion that persisted until their recent win against the Cowboys.

In reflecting on this skepticism, McDaniel acknowledged the doubts surrounding their capabilities, stating, ‘The narrative suggested that we hadn’t conquered a team with a winning record, leaving us exposed.’ He questioned whether they should expect unwavering faith from others without demonstrating their potential first.

As someone outside the Cowboys’ realm, McDaniel shed light on the skepticism that enveloped his team, highlighting the need to earn belief through action rather than relying solely on preconceived notions.

After enduring their first back-to-back losses, landing at 10-5 for the season, Mike McDaniel’s pointed question seems fitting for the Dallas Cowboys’ current predicament.

Undoubtedly, the Cowboys stand as a formidable team, securing a playoff spot last week. However, a glaring pattern emerges in their track record: they’ve faltered in road games against opponents with winning records, including a loss to a subpar team.

Coach Mike McCarthy, addressing the team’s recent performance, labeled the defeat in Buffalo as a ‘wake-up call.’ He conceded the necessity for the Cowboys to elevate their game on the road, vowing to become ‘road warriors.’

McCarthy’s acknowledgment of room for improvement alongside McDaniel’s remarks raises a pivotal query: If the Cowboys possess the capability to perform better on the road against playoff-caliber adversaries, why haven’t they demonstrated it? Should observers place their faith in the Cowboys’ potential if they’ve yet to prove their prowess in these crucial matchups?