Scottie Scheffler, the current World No. 1 golfer, disclosed his willingness to trade one of his major championship titles for a Super Bowl victory by the Dallas Cowboys. In a recent appearance on the Pardon My Take podcast, Scheffler expressed his allegiance to the Cowboys, stating, "I would trade one [major] for sure for a [Cowboys] Super Bowl." This remark underscores the deep connection he has with the team that represents his adopted hometown.

Originally hailing from Ridgewood, New Jersey, Scheffler was raised in Dallas and has since become a prominent figure in the golfing world, boasting four major titles, including his latest victory at the 2025 Open Championship. At 29 years of age, he is on the cusp of achieving a career Grand Slam, needing only a victory at the U.S. Open to accomplish this rare feat. However, given the gravity of his comments, it is clear that Scheffler has a profound emotional investment in the success of the Cowboys.

The Dallas Cowboys have a storied history, having won five Super Bowl championships, although their most recent victory occurred nearly five months before Scheffler's birth. Since then, the Cowboys have faced challenges in the postseason, failing to advance beyond the divisional round in their last 13 playoff appearances. As they approach the 2025 season under the guidance of new head coach Brian Schottenheimer, the Cowboys aim to capitalize on their playoff aspirations, particularly eager for improved health among key players such as Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, Micah Parsons, and Trevon Diggs, who collectively missed 21 games during the 2024 season. As the team seeks to return to the playoffs for the fourth time in five years, Scheffler's passion for the Cowboys remains evident.