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Following the announcement, media analysts had varying interpretations of the situation. Some commentators found the day's events uncomfortable to watch, particularly when Jones's son, Stephen, referenced the "drought of biblical proportions" the franchise has faced in terms of playoff success. This metaphor aimed to encapsulate the Cowboys' enduring struggle to reach the NFC championship game, a feat they haven't achieved since the 1995 season. Analysts pointed out that the Cowboys have the longest drought among NFC teams regarding championship appearances.