Sat Nov 16 08:40:00 IST 2024: ## Aikman Weighs in on Cowboys’ Sun, McCarthy Issues Ahead of Texans Matchup

**Arlington, TX** – ESPN commentator and former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Troy Aikman shared his insights on the team’s challenges ahead of their Week 11 Monday Night Football game against the Houston Texans. Speaking on Dallas’ SportsRadio 96.7 FM/1310 The Ticket, Aikman addressed the controversial sunlight issues at AT&T Stadium and the uncertain future of head coach Mike McCarthy.

The stadium’s sunlight glare has been a major talking point since Week 10, when receiver CeeDee Lamb visibly struggled to see a pass due to the sun. While Lamb advocated for stadium curtains to mitigate the problem, owner Jerry Jones dismissed the idea. Aikman, acknowledging the issue’s prevalence in late-game situations, believes a solution isn’t likely. He stated that he doesn’t believe a player directly asking Jones for a change would be effective and that the aesthetic concerns of the stadium likely outweigh the need for a fix.

Meanwhile, McCarthy’s position remains precarious as he enters the final year of his contract without an extension. Aikman suggested that this lack of commitment, coupled with limited personnel control, could be undermining McCarthy’s authority and impacting player morale. He expressed uncertainty about whether this situation is a contributing factor to the team’s 3-6 start. Aikman noted the numerous off-field distractions, including contract negotiations for players like Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb, as further complications for the coaching staff. Owner Jerry Jones has already stated that a mid-season coaching change is unlikely. The Cowboys and Texans face off Monday, November 18th at 8:15 p.m. ET.

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