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Cowboys Host Buccaneers in Thursday Night Football Showdown

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Week 5 Thursday Night Football featured the Dallas Cowboys hosting the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at AT&T Stadium. Dallas sought to move above .500 while winless Tampa Bay chased its first victory. Rookie Jalon Daniels started again for the Bucs against Dak Prescott's Cowboys. read more


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Schottenheimer Admits Mistake in Cowboys Rio Collapse

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Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer admitted to his team he erred in Dallas' late-game loss to Baltimore in Rio, taking accountability for over-coaching Dak Prescott. Players responded positively, and owner Jerry Jones demanded evaluation to avoid repeating mistakes. read more

Cowboys Land Joey Porter Jr. in Trade With Steelers

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Joey Porter Jr. is embracing a fresh start with the Dallas Cowboys after being traded from Pittsburgh, hoping to debut Sunday against Houston. The cornerback, seeking a new chapter, aims to boost a depleted Cowboys secondary. read more

Jerry Jones Blames Coaches for Cowboys Loss to Ravens

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Cowboys owner Jerry Jones says there's no satisfactory explanation for his coaches' late-game management mistakes in Dallas' 34-31 loss to Baltimore, citing clock errors and defensive breakdowns that set up the Ravens' winning field goal. read more

Cowboys Create Cap Space, Jones Signals Trade Intentions

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Cowboys owner Jerry Jones says Dallas has "serious" salary cap room after restructuring contracts, enabling potential trades. With $33.6 million available, he prioritizes defensive depth before the November 10 deadline, while valuing future draft picks. read more

Cowboys Guard Tyler Smith Needs Thumb Surgery, Out Four Games

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Cowboys Pro Bowl guard Tyler Smith will undergo thumb surgery Tuesday for a ligament tear, landing on IR for at least four games. T.J. Bass replaces him; earliest return is October 8 against Tampa Bay. read more

Cowboys Linebacker Swaps Jersey Number for Chicken Farm Stake

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Cowboys fullback Hunter Luepke traded jersey No. 40 to Von Miller for a stake in Greener Pastures Chicken, a farm co-owned by Patrick Mahomes. Miller called it an NFL first, while Luepke switched to No. 30. read more

Cowboys Name Howell Backup, Waive Milton III

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Cowboys waived QB Joe Milton III despite his strong preseason, naming Sam Howell backup to Dak Prescott. Milton may return via practice squad. Howell's experience and guaranteed contract influenced the decision. read more

Cowboys right tackle battle set between Steele, Jones

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Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer announced Terence Steele and new acquisition Broderick Jones will compete for the starting right tackle job. Jones, traded from Pittsburgh, will learn quickly with six practices before facing the Giants, while Steele remains the veteran favorite. read more

Cowboys cut fifth-round pick Blue after camp battle

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Dallas Cowboys waived running back Jaydon Blue after Malik Davis won the No. 2 spot behind Javonte Williams. Blue, a fifth-round pick, had a strong preseason but remains practice squad eligible. The Cowboys also released Phil Mafah. read more

Cowboys Leadership Council Eases Pressure on Dak Prescott

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Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer created an 11-player leadership council to share responsibility and ease pressure on Dak Prescott. Veterans like Kenny Clark and Quinnen Williams now lead, building team culture and accountability. Players even requested extra conditioning sprints, showing commitment. read more

Cowboys rookies emotional speech goes viral after win

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Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer had undrafted rookie Shiyazh Pete, the first Navajo Nation member in the NFL, deliver a viral postgame speech after beating Arizona. Pete's authentic words and emotional fan support highlighted his incredible journey, despite his long-shot roster status. read more

Cowboys Star CeeDee Lambs Home Burglarized During Camp

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CeeDee Lamb's Fairview, Texas home was burglarized while he attended Cowboys training camp in California. Police report one suspect entered through a broken window, stealing luxury bags valued over $300,000. The investigation remains active. read more

Von Miller Joins Cowboys, Chases Super Bowl Dream

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Von Miller signed a one-year Cowboys deal, fulfilling a childhood dream. At 37, he aims to end Dallas' 30-year Super Bowl drought, contributing as a situational pass rusher alongside his hometown team's diehard fans. read more

Cowboys open to more moves after Von Miller signing

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Cowboys owner Jerry Jones remains open to further roster upgrades after signing Von Miller, emphasizing urgency to compete for a Super Bowl. Miller bolsters the pass rush, with teammates praising his leadership and championship experience. Jones will explore trades at upcoming owners meetings. read more

Ware: Cowboys Move Is All Von Miller Wanted

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DeMarcus Ware says Von Miller joining the Cowboys fulfills his longtime dream. Miller brings championship experience to boost Dallas's pass rush and mentor young players, with Ware confident he'll elevate the entire defense. read more

Von Miller expected to sign with Dallas Cowboys

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Eight-time Pro Bowl linebacker Von Miller is expected to sign with the Dallas Cowboys. The 37-year-old recorded nine sacks last season, tying DeMarcus Ware for ninth all-time with 138.5 career sacks. read more

Cowboys Parsons Trade Sparks Complete Defensive Makeover

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Jerry Jones is thrilled with the Cowboys' post-Micah Parsons trade, which yielded Kenny Clark, Quinnen Williams, and Malachi Lawrence. Jones compares it to the Herschel Walker deal, boosting defensive aggression and cap flexibility for a complete defensive makeover. read more

Cowboys lock down Williams in $105.9M extension

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Cowboys secured Quinnen Williams with a three-year, $105.9M extension, locking key stars through 2030 and avoiding past holdout drama. They've shifted to proactive deals for Prescott, Lamb, Ferguson, and Bland, though George Pickens' franchise tag remains unsettled. read more

Cowboys Sign Quinnen Williams to Record $105.9M Deal

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Cowboys signed defensive tackle Quinnen Williams to a three-year, $105.9M extension with $101M guaranteed, making him the NFL's second-highest-paid at his position through 2030. The four-time Pro Bowler boosts Dallas's defensive leadership. read more

Cowboys Prescott Unveils GOTI Vision, Eyes Super Bowl

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Dak Prescott embraces high expectations for 2026, wearing a vintage Super Bowl T-shirt and coining "GOTI" for Greatest Offense There Is. He urges accountability, citing minimal roster turnover and past success, aiming to lead the Cowboys past recent playoff misses. read more

Jerry Jones bullish on Cowboys Super Bowl return

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Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is optimistic about Dallas’ Super Bowl chances, citing roster improvements and defensive upgrades. He’s open to trading a top pick for a playmaker. Jones feels personal pressure to end the 30-year championship drought but likes the team’s potential. read more

Cowboys Pickens to Play 2026 on $27.3M Tag

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Dallas Cowboys WR George Pickens will play the 2026 season on his $27.3M franchise tag after the long-term deal deadline passed. Acquired from Pittsburgh, he posted career highs in 2025 with 93 catches, 1,429 yards, and nine touchdowns. read more

Cowboys Ferguson Marries College Star in Miami

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Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson married Haley Cavinder in Miami at the Biltmore Hotel. Will Grier officiated. Ferguson signed a $52M extension last July; Cavinder played college basketball. The couple began dating in September 2023. read more

Cowboys Pickens embraces franchise tag, shows for minicamp

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Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens reported to mandatory minicamp after signing the $27.3 million franchise tag. He accepts playing 2026 on the tag, focusing on football first. Coach Schottenheimer praised his commitment to teammates and the team's Super Bowl goals. read more

Pickens Reports for Cowboys Mandatory Minicamp

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Cowboys WR George Pickens reported for mandatory minicamp after signing franchise tag. He skipped voluntary workouts. Coach Schottenheimer will limit his participation cautiously. Pickens had career highs in 2025. Dallas wants to see more before negotiating a long-term deal. read more

Cowboys Coach Expects Pickens at Minicamp Amid Standoff

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Cowboys coach Schottenheimer expects Pro Bowl WR George Pickens at mandatory minicamp June 16-18. Pickens signed a $27.3M franchise tag, skipped voluntary OTAs, but remains in good standing with the team. read more

Cowboys Halt Long-Term Talks with George Pickens

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The Dallas Cowboys will not negotiate a long-term contract with franchise-tagged receiver George Pickens this year. The decision, citing salary cap constraints and his recent arrival, means Pickens will play the 2026 season on a one-year, $27.3 million deal. read more

Cowboys Make Aubrey NFLs Highest-Paid Kicker

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The Dallas Cowboys have made kicker Brandon Aubrey the NFL's highest-paid at his position with a four-year, $28 million extension. The deal averages $7 million annually and includes $20 million guaranteed, setting a new market standard. read more

Cowboys Bell arrested on felony drug charges

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Dallas Cowboys safety Markquese Bell was arrested Friday, facing felony and misdemeanor drug charges for possession of a controlled substance and marijuana. He is subject to NFL discipline under the personal conduct policy. read more

Cowboys Await Pickens Offseason Decision

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Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer is unsure if franchise-tagged WR George Pickens will attend the voluntary offseason program. No long-term deal talks have occurred. Pickens had a career year in 2025 and enjoys being moved around in the offense. read more

Cowboys Land Packers Pass Rusher Rashan Gary

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The Dallas Cowboys trade for Packers pass rusher Rashan Gary, sending a 2027 fourth-round pick. Gary, signed through 2027, brings 46.5 career sacks. The move follows failed efforts to acquire Maxx Crosby and clears cap space for Green Bay. read more

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The Dallas Cowboys restructured contracts for Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, and Tyler Smith to get under the salary cap, creating $66 million in space. Owner Jerry Jones pledges aggressive free agency spending to fix the NFL's worst-ranked defense. read more

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Cowboys pass rusher Donovan Ezeiruaku had hip surgery for a labrum tear and may miss time until training camp. This complicates his fit in the team's new defensive scheme, though his rookie potential remains high. read more

Cowboys Tag George Pickens Amid Cap Crunch

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The Cowboys placed a nonexclusive franchise tag on WR George Pickens, guaranteeing $28M for 2026. Stephen A. Smith called it a "huge mistake." The tag allows Pickens to seek offers, with Dallas able to match or receive draft compensation. read more

Cowboys, Aubrey Clash Over Record Kicker Deal

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Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey seeks a deal near $10M annually, surpassing the current top kicker salary. Negotiations are stalled. The team may use a restricted free agent tender to retain the Pro Bowl kicker for 2026. read more

Cowoks Brace for Fallout Over Pickens Tag

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The Cowboys are considering a franchise tag for WR George Pickens, aware it may cause holdout issues. They aim to keep him but must manage salary cap implications and defensive needs. read more

Cowboys Lock Up Williams, Eye Pickens Deal

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The Dallas Cowboys re-signed RB Javonte Williams to a three-year, $24 million deal, with $16M guaranteed. The move comes as the team prepares to use the franchise tag on WR George Pickens ahead of free agency. read more

Cowboys New DC Eyes Rebuild with Patience

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New Cowboys DC Christian Parker, 34, takes over the NFL's worst scoring defense. He plans a patient rebuild, installing a multiple 3-4 scheme tailored to players' strengths, while the team seeks talent via free agency and the draft. read more

Cowboys to Franchise Tag WR George Pickens

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The Cowboys plan to use the franchise tag on Pro Bowl WR George Pickens, aiming to secure him long-term. The tag, valued around $28M, prevents free agency as both Jerry Jones and Dak Prescott emphasize retaining the breakout star. read more