The Dallas Cowboys are returning from their bye week but remain mired in drama.

Week after week, the organization finds itself in the spotlight for various embarrassing incidents.

This time, ESPN’s Kalyn Kahler reported on the fan tours of the Cowboys’ facilities.

Her investigation revealed unsettling insights from former players, indicating that many are unhappy with the team culture and feel relieved upon leaving Dallas.

Fans may recall former Cowboys tight end Dalton Schultz describing the facilities as feeling “like a zoo,” due to fans tapping on the glass of the weight room while players worked out.

This sentiment was echoed by several former and current players throughout the article.

Many ex-Cowboys expressed that the tours are significant distractions in “Jerry’s world,” undermining owner Jerry Jones‘ stated goal of ending the team’s 29-year Super Bowl drought.

Former safety Jayron Kearse also referred to the environment as a zoo, while another player, who wished to remain anonymous, noted that the facility lacks “a place of solitude” because of the constant presence of fans “poking out at you.”

Former players described the experience as both “distracting” and “exhausting,” with complaints about “never getting a break.”

These fan tours have long set the Cowboys apart from other teams in the league.

While they generate revenue and foster a positive relationship with fans, it’s crucial that they do not compromise the players’ comfort.

Although attributing Super Bowl failures to these distractions is clearly disingenuous, it highlights a pattern of misaligned priorities within the organization under Jerry Jones.

Ensuring a balance between fan engagement and player well-being is essential for the Cowboys as they continue to navigate these challenges.