Why DeMarvion Overshown can't wear jersey number 0 with Dallas Cowboys

Dallas Cowboys fans were reminded of the ridiculous reason star linebacker DeMarvion Overshown was not allowed to wear jersey number 0 in Big D.

Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown intercepts a pass and returns it for a touchdown during the second quarter against the New York Giants. / Andrew Dieb-Imagn Images

DeMarvion Overshown is showing out in the Dallas Cowboys' Thanksgiving game against the New York Giants.

The former Texas Longhorns star had the play of the game with an interception return for a touchdown, while also recovering a fumble.

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DeMarvion Overshown pick-six on Thanksgiving! pic.twitter.com/QM6VZJRy0z

— CJ Vogel (@CJVogel_OTF) November 28, 2024

During Overshown's Thanksgiving showcase, Cowboys fans were reminded of a ridiculous story involving the linebacker when selecting a jersey number.

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Overshown was hoping to wear jersey No. 0 like he did with the Longhorns, but Jerry Jones would not allow it.

The reason? The jersey No. 0 belongs to the team mascot Rowdy. Seriously.

Never forget that Jerry won’t let DeMarvion Overshown wear No. 0 because “that’s Rowdy’s number.”

— Brian Davis (@byBDavis) November 28, 2024

Ultimately, Overshown went with No. 13 in Dallas and he hasn't missed a beat.

This season, Overshown has recorded 47 tackles, five sacks, one forced fumble, one interception, and a touchdown.

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