Quinnen Williams criticizes Skip Bayless after controversial comments
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 9:02 PM
Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Cowboys defensive tackle Quinnen Williams publicly reprimanded ESPN commentator Skip Bayless for inappropriate remarks made during an episode of First Take. Following the Cowboys' recent 33-30 overtime loss to the Cardinals, Bayless referenced Williams' frequent use of the word 'execute' in a joking manner, suggesting a desire to 'execute' players on the field. Williams condemned the comment as unacceptable, urging Bayless to 'do better.' The incident drew attention due to its timing before the anniversary of Cowboys player Marshawn Kneeland's passing, prompting discussions about the sensitivity required in sports commentary.
- •Quinnen Williams called out Skip Bayless on social media after his comments.
- •Bayless joked about executing players during a discussion of Williams' interview.
- •The Cowboys recently lost to the Cardinals in a closely contested game.
- •Williams emphasized the need for execution in the team's performance.
- •The comments came before the anniversary of Marshawn Kneeland's passing.
- 9:02 PMYahoo Sports — 'Do better': Cowboys' Quinnen Williams smacks down Skip Bayless for appalling ESPN rant
"Skip Bayless thought he was being hilarious with comments on Thursday's show. Quinnen Williams thought otherwise, and let the hot-take columnist know.
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