World No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler recently expressed his willingness to sacrifice a major championship for the chance to see the Dallas Cowboys win another Super Bowl. During an appearance on the Pardon My Take podcast, Scheffler mentioned, 'I would trade one [major] for sure for a [Cowboys] Super Bowl.' His comments highlight the deep-rooted connection he has with his hometown team.

Born in Ridgewood, New Jersey, and raised in Dallas, Scheffler has amassed four major titles, with his most recent victory coming at the 2025 Open Championship. At just 29 years old, he is now on the brink of a significant milestone; with a win at the U.S. Open, he could become the seventh golfer in history to achieve a career Grand Slam. However, beyond his golfing achievements, Scheffler's longing for a Cowboys Super Bowl win resonates strongly, especially considering the franchise's five Super Bowl victories—none of which have occurred since Scheffler's birth.

The Cowboys have endured a challenging playoff history since their last championship victory, having failed to progress past the divisional round in all 13 of their postseason appearances since then. As the Cowboys approach the 2025 season, they do so with renewed hope under the direction of new head coach Brian Schottenheimer, aiming for a return to the playoffs for the fourth time in five years. Key players such as Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, Micah Parsons, and Trevon Diggs are expected to play pivotal roles, though they previously missed a combined 21 games in the 2024 season. Amid these developments, Scheffler's dedication to the Cowboys remains evident, reflecting both his personal and professional commitments.