3 Donovan McNabb Moments That Ruined Cowboys Fans' Lives

Former Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb during a game against the Dallas Cowboys.
Former Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb during a game against the Dallas Cowboys. / Hunter Martin/Getty Images

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb hasn't played in Philly since 2009, but he'll forever be a favorite in the City of Brotherly Love. That's partly because he's an expert in the art of making the Dallas Cowboys miserable.

This walk down memory lane will make any Philly fan's week, but any fans of the 'Boys might want to click away now.

3. TO's Return to Philly

McNabb and Terrell Owens have complicated history, including this game.
McNabb and Terrell Owens have complicated history, including this game. / Jim McIsaac/Getty Images

Terrell Owens left Philly on pretty terrible terms, especially with his former QB. However, McNabb got his revenge when Owens took the field with the Cowboys for the first time at the Linc. McNabb passed for a whopping 354 yards and earned his second-highest QB rating of the '06 season. He led the Birds to a decisive 38–24 victory over their traitorous teammate and his new squad.

2. Final Home Opener at Veterans Stadium

The Eagles gave Veterans Stadium an unmatchable sendoff.
The Eagles gave Veterans Stadium an unmatchable sendoff. / Ezra Shaw/Getty Images

The last home opener at the Vet was a big game for Philly fans, especially because it was against the Cowboys. McNabb delivered a complete rout of the team's divisional rivals for the hometown crowd. He threw for 287 yards, a trio of touchdowns, and added 67 rushing yards to put the cherry on top of one of his best games of that year. Philly won 44-13.

1. The 14-Second Scramble

McNabb's 14-second scramble against the Cowboys was one of the most iconic moments of his career.
McNabb's 14-second scramble against the Cowboys was one of the most iconic moments of his career. / Drew Hallowell/Getty Images

Eagles fans still remember the insane play and McNabb's crazy athleticism during this 2004 win against the Cowboys. After a defensive tackle nearly brought him down, McNabb kept the play going for 14 seconds. He heaved a pass just two yards behind the line of scrimmage for a 60-yard gain that eventually led to a touchdown. It was just one of four touchdowns he threw that day.