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Former Cowboys QB Says He’d Rather RETIRE Than Play Anywhere But Dallas

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Once a Trusted QB of the Cowboys – Andy Dalton Hints at Retirement Without a Dallas Reunion

Andy Dalton – the veteran quarterback who once stepped in to lead the Dallas Cowboys during the turbulent 2020 season – has captured headlines with a heartfelt revelation about the closing chapter of his career.

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Now 37 and serving as a backup for the Carolina Panthers, Dalton is approaching the twilight of his NFL journey. While most fans remember him as a three-time Pro Bowler with the Cincinnati Bengals, it’s his short-lived time in Dallas that left the deepest imprint on him.

“I don’t want to end my career like this – I still have strength, I still have fight left in me,” Dalton admitted. “But if I can’t return to the place I call home, even for just one day – maybe it’s time to stop.”

Dalton’s words strike a chord with Cowboys fans. His brief tenure in Dallas came at a time of crisis, when the team needed stability most. Despite the challenges, he earned respect inside the locker room and affection from the fan base.

With questions swirling around the Cowboys’ quarterback depth chart, Dalton’s statement resonates beyond a personal wish. It reflects the emotional ties between a veteran signal-caller and a franchise that once trusted him to carry the star.

For Dalton, it isn’t about stats or accolades anymore. It’s about finishing his story the right way – with the star on his helmet, one last time.

Chiefs Fan-Favourite WR Faces Family Tragedy After Week 5 Game as Military-Trained Skydiving Instructor Dies in Nashville
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is mourning a devastating personal loss following the team’s Week 5 matchup, as his cousin Justin Fuller, a respected military-trained skydiving instructor, died in a tragic tandem jump accident near Nashville. Fuller, 35, was fatally injured after becoming separated from his parachute harness mid-air during a jump organized by Go Skydive Nashville. His student survived after landing in a tree with the parachute deployed and was later rescued by firefighters. Police confirmed Fuller’s body was recovered in a wooded area off Ashland City Highway. The Nashville Fire Department called it “one of the most complex high-angle rescues in recent years,” commending its personnel for the effort. Justin Fuller, known by the nickname "Spidey," died after a tandem skydiving jump went wrong on Oct. 4, 2025, near Nashville, Tennessee.  (Facebook/Justin Fuller Spidey ) Fuller, known affectionately as “Spidey,” had completed more than 5,000 jumps and trained U.S. military personnel in advanced aerial maneuvers. Friends described him as “fearless, focused, and committed to lifting others higher — both in life and in the air.” Rice, who grew up admiring his cousin’s discipline and sense of purpose, has long credited that example with shaping his mental toughness and leadership on the field. A relative told local media, “Justin taught Rashee that strength isn’t being unbreakable — it’s standing firm when life hits hardest. That’s exactly how Rashee lives and plays today.” As a featured target in the Chiefs’ offense, Rice has earned complete trust for his short-to-intermediate separation, yards-after-catch power (YAC), and chemistry with quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Coaches describe him as “calm, focused, and mature beyond his years,” a disciplined route-runner who finds tight windows in the red zone. Through Week 5 of the 2025 season, Rice has no registered game statistics as he serves a league-issued six-game suspension to start the regular season; major stat services list no 2025 game logs to date.  The Kansas City Chiefs have provided time and private support for Rice and his family, ensuring he can grieve without team-related obligations. Teammates have stood beside him, honoring both his resilience and his family’s tradition of service. The FAA is investigating the incident, while messages commemorating “Spidey” continue to spread nationwide.“He taught others to fly — now he flies higher than all of us,” one tribute read. Rice kept his public remarks brief before leaving in the embrace of teammates:“Spidey always told me not to fear the height — only the moment you forget to look down and pull someone else up with you. This week, I’m playing for him.”