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30-Year Super Bowl Droughts: Cowboys, Lions Struggle

2/2/2026

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The Dallas Cowboys have not reached a Super Bowl in 30 years after their 1995 title.
The New England Patriots have made 11 Super Bowl appearances since 1996 and can win their seventh title this year against the Seattle Seahawks.
The Buffalo Bills replaced coach Sean McDermott with Joe Brady to end their drought.
The Detroit Lions still seek their first Super Bowl after missing the 2025 playoffs.

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Story summary

The Dallas Cowboys have not reached a Super Bowl in 30 years after their 1995 title.
The New England Patriots have made 11 Super Bowl appearances since 1996 and can win their seventh title this year against the Seattle Seahawks.
The Buffalo Bills replaced coach Sean McDermott with Joe Brady to end their drought.
The Detroit Lions still seek their first Super Bowl after missing the 2025 playoffs.