Notable group Boyz II Men under fire for disappointing rendition of the U.S. National Anthem preceding Cowboys vs Eagles match-up, sparking criticism and widespread backlash online.
The 2025 NFL season kicked off with a bang, as the Philadelphia Eagles hosted the Dallas Cowboys in a highly anticipated curtain-raiser. However, the event was overshadowed by a less-than-stellar performance of the national anthem by Philadelphia's own Boyz II Men.
The renowned R&B group, known for their smooth harmonies, took to the stage to perform The Star-Spangled Banner, but their performance was met with criticism from viewers. Some described it as the worst national anthem to start any sports season, while others compared it to a church choir practicing.
Despite being a fan of the Super Bowl champions, Wanya Morris, a member of Boyz II Men, expressed his excitement about performing on Thursday night for the Eagles. The three-piece group, hailing from Philadelphia and avid Eagles fans, were not identified in the available search results.
The off-key performance came amidst a chaotic offseason for the Cowboys, with the contract saga of star defensive man Micah Parsons overshadowing training camp. In a surprising turn of events, Parsons was traded to the Green Bay Packers last week for two future first round draft picks and defensive tackle Kenny Clark.
The Cowboys' failure to make the postseason in 2024, due to Dak Prescott tearing his hamstring in Week 9, was another blow. The team's woes continued during the opening game, as an early-game scandal involving Eagles star Jalen Carter spitting on Prescott before a snap made headlines.
In a twist of fate, the Eagles, who went on to win the Super Bowl in New Orleans in February 2025, defeating the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22, did not fully reflect their dominance on the night. The Eagles' victory, however, did not overshadow the controversy surrounding the national anthem performance.
New head coach Brian Schottenheimer takes charge of the Dallas Cowboys for the first time in the 2025 season, as they look to bounce back from a difficult year. The Cowboys and Eagles will undoubtedly be facing each other again, hoping for a less eventful and more musically pleasing encounter.
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