The Dallas Cowboys are heading back to the international stage, and for fans, it's a trip down memory lane to a very different era. The NFL schedule drops on May 14th, but we already know one marquee matchup: the Cowboys will face the Baltimore Ravens in Week 3. While it's technically a "home" game for Dallas, the venue is anything but—the game will be played in Brazil.

It's a surprising move for a franchise that has long resisted giving up a home game. After all, most teams covet hosting the Cowboys because of their massive, nationwide fanbase. But this time, Jerry Jones and company have relented, marking a rare international appearance for America's Team.

The last time the Cowboys played overseas, things looked very different. Back in 2014, they traveled to London's Wembley Stadium as the "road" team against the Jacksonville Jaguars. That season remains one of the most cherished in recent memory—a magical run during what fans call "The Drought." Tony Romo was putting together arguably his finest season, and the team was clicking on all cylinders.

Romo wasn't alone in carrying the load. DeMarco Murray was tearing up the league, leading the NFL in rushing behind a dominant offensive line featuring Tyron Smith, Travis Frederick, and rookie Zack Martin. And then there was Dez Bryant, who delivered the signature moment of that London game.

Dez put on a show, hauling in six receptions for 158 yards and two touchdowns—a monster performance that still gets Cowboys fans hyped. Jason Witten caught Romo's other touchdown pass, and Joseph Randle added a 40-yard rushing score (yes, you read that right). On the Jaguars' side, Denard Robinson scored their only touchdowns, but this was all about Dallas.

Fast forward to now, and the Cowboys are a different team with new stars and fresh aspirations. But that 2014 international game remains a reminder of what this franchise can achieve when everything clicks. Will Brazil bring similar magic? Cowboys fans can only hope.