Troy Aikman Recounts Encounter With Pool Intruders, Contrasts with Michael Irvin's Approach
The former Dallas Cowboys quarterback described calling the police on two women found swimming in his pool, a reaction Hall of Famer Michael Irvin found surprising.
Former NFL quarterback Troy Aikman shared an anecdote about discovering two women swimming in his pool during his time with the Dallas Cowboys. Aikman recounted the incident on a recent podcast, stating that upon arriving home and finding the uninvited swimmers, he called the police.
"I was single," Aikman said. "I was living by myself at my house, and I came home and I had two fans, two female fans, that were swimming in my pool in my backyard... I called the police and just said, ‘Hey, I’ve got some intruders and somebody could come take care of this.’"
His reaction drew a notable response from fellow NFL legend Michael Irvin. Irvin, who was also mentioned in the anecdote, reportedly laughed and indicated that he would have been far less inclined to involve law enforcement.
"[Michael] Irvin laughs. He said the police would have been the last people he was calling, which is a pretty good indication of Michael and I being a little different," Aikman recalled. The exchange highlights a perceived difference in their approaches to such unusual situations.
The story, part of a broader column that touches on various topics from NFL commentary to reader emails, has generated discussion among fans, with some speculating about Aikman's mindset during the incident.
In other related commentary, the column also addresses listener feedback regarding NFL game broadcasts. Several readers expressed a preference for muting announcers due to what they perceive as excessive energy or perceived arrogance, with specific announcers like Gus Johnson and particular broadcast pairings being cited. Alternatives like Skycast, which offers game audio without commentary, are also mentioned as a preferred option for some.
The column also briefly touches on news regarding Topgolf, noting recent layoffs but also continued new location openings, suggesting the golf entertainment industry is not on the verge of collapse. A question about dining and sightseeing in Wilmington, Ohio, receives a lighthearted, non-committal response from the author, who notes he hasn't visited since the 1990s.