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Michael Irvin details efforts to change Dallas Cowboys culture
Former Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Michael Irvin recently shared insights regarding the culture shift that occurred within the franchise during the late 1980s. Speaking on the "Champion Mindset with Daniel Cormier" podcast, Irvin described his frustration with the team's mentality during his early years under head coach Tom Landry.
Irvin recalled being devastated by a loss in his first NFL game, only to be met by teammates who suggested a more complacent attitude toward losing and simply collecting their paychecks. To combat this culture, Irvin stated that after Jimmy Johnson took over as head coach in 1989, he acted as a
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