Dallas Cowboys cheerleader Savanna Dastrup completes inspiring comeback after painful cut

Savanna Dastrup did not allow one painful disappointment to end her dream of becoming a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader. After being cut during training camp ahead of the 2025-26 season, Dastrup returned for another opportunity and officially earned a spot on the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders’ 2026-27 roster.The organization introduced its new team on Instagram in mid-July, writing, “Officially earned their stars. Introducing your 2026-2027 Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders!”Eight rookies made the final roster, but Dastrup’s name carried extra meaning for viewers of Netflix’s “America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.”Fans watched the Utah native make it deep into the audition process during Season 3. Her journey ended with an emotional cut, leaving Dastrup to wonder whether she would ever ac