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The Dallas Cowboys' defense has had its share of rough nights this season, but getting humiliated by an animated Lisa Simpson might top the list. In a hilarious crossover moment during the Monday Night Football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, the Cowboys' struggles became the punchline of a much-talked-about alternate broadcast set in the world of The Simpsons.
The unique twist, blending NFL action with the iconic animated series, saw Bengals running back Chase Brown scoring an early touchdown in Springfield Atoms Stadium, depicted with none other than Lisa Simpson stepping into his role. But the real gut punch for Cowboys fans came in the fourth quarter.
As the fictional broadcast unfolded, Lisa, now representing Bengals star Ja'Marr Chase, delivered a game-clinching play that sent Cowboys defenders-and their pride-up in flames. Bart Simpson, hilariously taking on Joe Burrow's persona, delivered a to Lisa, who dodged defenders at the Cowboys' 30-yard line before torching the entire defense for the game-winning touchdown. Literally. She left a fiery trail in her wake.
The scene was amplified by Drew Carter's animated play-by-play:
"Bart will throw, it's Lisa, puts her foot in the ground! Leaves her dad in the dust! And says if anyone needs me, I'll be in the end zone!"
Lisa Simpson's game-winning touchdown adds insult to Cowboys' rough season
Social media exploded as fans reveled in the Cowboys' misfortune. Memes, jokes, and lighthearted roasts poured in, with one fan quipping, "Lisa Simpson's got more highlights than the entire Dallas defense this year." Another added, "Not even Springfield could save Dallas from another L."
This satirical broadcast comes during a season that's seen the Cowboys endure some brutal on-field moments. From blowouts by Jared Goff's Lions to struggles against Jalen Hurts' Eagles, their defensive shortcomings have been a recurring theme-and now, even fictional characters are piling on.
Somewhere, Jerry Jones might be muttering a sinister "Excellent," in true Montgomery Burns fashion, though even Cowboys loyalists couldn't help but laugh at the absurdity of the scene.
While the Cowboys lick their wounds from this latest burn, one thing's certain: Lisa Simpson just added her name to a long list of opponents who've left Dallas scrambling this season, albeit in the most animated fashion yet.