Dallas Cowboys royalty is not backing down. Hall of Fame defensive end Randy White, a cornerstone of the franchise's legendary 1970s and '80s defenses, is making headlines not for a sack or a Super Bowl highlight, but for his unapologetic political stance.
White, who terrorized quarterbacks from 1975 to 1988 and earned eight All-Pro selections, has thrown his full support behind Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the state's hotly contested U.S. Senate race. And he's not mincing words about why.
“Ken Paxton will get in there and get things done. He’s not afraid,” White told OutKick in an exclusive interview. “That’s one thing I really like about Ken. He will get in there and say what needs to be said. He doesn’t hold back. He tells the truth. He’s not trying to win a popularity contest when he’s working. It’s what’s right for the people.”
The Cowboys legend, known for his relentless motor on the field, says his admiration for Paxton goes beyond politics. “I got to know Ken as a person, and I think he is a super person,” White added. “I like his attitude, the things that he does, the way he does them.”
White's endorsement comes with a sharp critique of Paxton's opponent, James Talarico. The former All-Pro didn't hold back, expressing deep concerns about Talarico's positions, particularly his opposition to a statewide ban on transgender athletes.
“I think that’s a sign that we can’t trust him,” White said. “He’s going to go with the way the wind flows, whatever he feels like is the best thing for him and what his goals are. We don’t need somebody like that. We need somebody like Ken Paxton who is going to stick to his guns, who is not afraid to stand up for what he believes is right.”
White's frustration with Talarico is palpable. “I don’t want to go into each specific thing, but, yeah, he’s different than what I think is right,” he said. “If this guy gets elected in Texas, I’m going to pull my hair out, and I don’t have many left. So, we’ve got to get out and vote so this doesn’t happen.”
This isn't the first time White has waded into the political arena, but he's making it clear he has no regrets. In an era when athletes often shy away from controversy, White is embracing the spotlight, refusing to apologize for his beliefs. His stance echoes a growing trend of fans demanding political ads be banned from sports broadcasts, though White seems to welcome the debate.
White's outspoken nature is reminiscent of his playing days, when he was the anchor of the Cowboys' 'Doomsday Defense.' His ferocity on the field was legendary, and his passion off it appears just as intense. As the November midterms approach, White is using his platform to urge Texans to head to the polls.
“We’ve got to get out and vote,” he emphasized, a call to action that resonates beyond the gridiron. For White, this isn't about popularity—it's about principle. And he's standing by it, no apologies.
