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NFL Insider Rips Cowboys' Optimistic Message After Day 1 of NFL Free Agency

The Dallas Cowboys came away from the first day of the legal tampering period ahead of NFL free agency with two agreements in place. Dallas agreed to trade for Pro Bowl pass rusher Rashan Gary in exchange for a fourth-round pick in the 2026 NFL draft, before agreeing to terms on a three-year deal with standout safety Jalen Thompson.

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3 Dream Trade Targets Who Could Fix Cowboys' Defense

The official start of NFL free agency isn't until Wednesday, March 11, at 4:00 p.m. EST. Despite this, there have already been some big moves throughout the league, including a couple by the Dallas Cowboys.

Nakobe Dean News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / March 10

One Free Agent Cowboys Must Pivot To After Missing Out on Nakobe Dean

On Monday, the Dallas Cowboys added two new defenders as they traded for EDGE Rahsan Gary and agreed to a three-year deal with safety Jalen Thompson. They attempted to make it three new faces, as they were reportedly in serious conversations with linebacker Nakobe Dean.

Dallas Cowboys News / Football Analysis / March 10

Cowboys Fire Another Defensive Coordinator After Defense He Was Hired To Fix Became Franchise’s Worst Ever

So the Cowboys went 7-9-1, and six days later, they axed Matt Eberflus. Shocker? Not really. The man stood at a podium earlier that year, talking about “full accountability,” while his defense allowed 511 points.

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Cowboys and Packers 2 Trades Combined: Who Won?

The Cowboys and Packers trades are at the forefront of news after the Cowboys traded a 2027 fourth round pick to Green Bay for Rashan Gary. We all know these were two separate trades, but if we combine these two separate trades something jumps out at you.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / March 10

Updated Dallas Cowboys' Salary Cap Space Entering Day 2 of NFL Free Agency

The Dallas Cowboys kicked off the legal tampering period ahead of NFL free agency with a trio of moves on the defensive side of the ball. Dallas agreed to trade for Green Bay Packers Pro Bowler Rashan Gary, agreed to terms on a three-year deal with safety Jalen Thompson, and have agreed to a one-year deal to retain edge rusher Sam Williams.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / March 10

3 Linebackers Dallas Cowboys Can Still Pursue in NFL Free Agency

While the Dallas Cowboys should be applauded for filling two major holes on Monday by trading for EDGE Rashan Gary and agreeing to a deal with safety Jalen Thompson, there was one major issue: Dallas needs help at linebacker in the worst way, and they struck out on their top target.

Dallas Cowboys News / Total Pro Sports / March 10

Cowboys Legend Michael Irvin Is Praying For Dak Prescott Following Heartbreaking News

Former Dallas Cowboys star Michael Irvin has extended a gesture to Dak Prescott, the current quarterback of America’s Team, amid a difficult moment. Prescott was supposed to get married on April 10, but has been forced to come to terms with the nuptials being called off by the woman he was about to marry.

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Grading Dallas Cowboys' Day 1 NFL Legal Tampering Haul

Monday was the unofficial start of free agency as the NFL tampering period opened up. Teams were able to negotiate with players and come to terms on a contract, but deals cannot be signed until Wednesday, March 11, at 4:00 p.m.

Jerry Jones News / Inside The Star / March 10

Jerry Jones’ luck trading 4th round picks has not been good

What do I mean by the title of this post, well if you did not see it yesterday, the Dallas Cowboys once again traded a 4th round pick for a player. This time, the Cowboys on Monday morning traded for Packers defensive lineman Rashan Gary for a 4th round pick in the 2027 NFL draft.

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Dallas Cowboys' Trey Hendrickson Free Agency Dream Appears To Be Fading

The Dallas Cowboys entered the legal tampering period ahead of NFL free agency as one of the teams linked to star pass rusher Trey Hendrickson, who remains unsigned following the first day of negotiations.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

Sam Williams News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / March 10

Cowboys' Sam Williams Gets 'Prove It Deal' With Dallas' New Defensive Staff

The Dallas Cowboys kicked off the legal tampering period ahead of NFL free agency by making a splash. Dallas shipped a fourth-round pick in the 2027 NFL draft to the Green Bay Packers in exchange for Pro Bowl edge Rashan Gary.

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Michael Irvin attaches odd picture in message of support for Dak Prescott after reported canceled wedding

Dak Prescott finds his name in headlines for non-football reasons. His engagement and wedding are reportedly off following a joint bachelor party with his fiancée, Sarah Jane Ramos.

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Cowboys hand $3 million contract to 9.5-sack DE

The Dallas Cowboys are retooling the defense with a new coordinator and Jalen Thompson incoming. But the safety wasn’t the only pivotal NFL Free Agency move on Monday for Dallas.

Sam Williams News / Pro Football Rumors / March 9

Cowboys To Re-Sign DE Sam Williams

Sam Williams is sticking in Dallas for at least another season. The free agent defensive end is returning to the Cowboys on a one-year deal, according to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo.

Rashan Gary News / Athlon Sports / March 9

Cowboys Make $36 Million Decision Hours After Rashan Gary News

Dallas and its defense embrace a spectacular aspect of change to excel in the upcoming season. The franchise, valued at $13 billion (per Forbes), procured Rashan Gary and signed Jalen Thompson to a three-year, $36 million contract.

Jerry Jones News / Athlon Sports / March 9

Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones Dealt Disappointing News During Free Agency

The Dallas Cowboys entered the 2026 offseason determined to fix what had been their biggest weakness during a frustrating 2025 campaign. Dallas finished the season 7-9-1, narrowly missing the playoffs despite fielding one of the NFL’s more productive offenses.

Nakobe Dean News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / March 9

Cowboys Made Competitive Offer for Free Agent LB Nakobe Dean

The Dallas Cowboys bolstered their defense on Monday by adding two new starters. First, they landed EDGE Rashan Gary in a trade with the Green Bay Packers.

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Cowboys Miss Out on Two Ideal Linebacker Targets in NFL Free Agency

Monday was the first day of legal tampering in NFL free agency, and the Dallas Cowboys got off to a solid start. First, they agreed to a trade with the Green Bay Packers, landing pass rusher Rashan Gary in exchange for a fourth-round pick in 2027.

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Dak Prescott and ex-fiancee's wedding cancellation email to guests revealed

The couple was set to tie the knot in Lake Como, Italy, but those plans have been scrapped after their relationship fell apart.

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Packers trade Rashan Gary to Dallas

The Green Bay Packers and the Dallas Cowboys have agreed to another trade involving a defensive player. Several months after the Packers shook the football world by acquiring superstar pass rusher Micah Parsons from the Cowboys, the two teams have agreed to a new trade that sends defensive tackle Rashan Gary from Green Bay to Dallas.

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