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Rich Eisen urges Cowboys to go all-in on Maxx Crosby trade

After trading away franchise legend Micah Parsons before the start of the 2025 NFL season, the Dallas Cowboys surprisingly turned in an encouraging season, thanks in no small part to the emergence of George Pickens as an elite No.

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The Cowboys have had mixed results using the franchise tag

With the official news of the Dallas Cowboys using the nonexclusive tag designation on George Pickens, I thought it would be a good time to revisit all the times this front office has used the tag dating back all the way to Flozell Adams.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / March 2

Cowboys' Donovan Ezeiruaku has work cut out for him in new scheme

Cowboys' Donovan Ezeiruaku to have his work cut out for him in new scheme

The Dallas Cowboys are undoubtedly hoping for big things from former second-round pick pass-rusher Donovan Ezeiruaku in 2026.

How realistic is a Maxx Crosby trade for Cowboys?

Moves NFL teams over the cap should make to shed salary ahead of 2026 league year

Raiders' Maxx Crosby linked with seven teams as new timeline for possible trade emerges

25 bold predictions for the 2026 NFL offseason

The 'Leading rushers from the 2021 NFL season' quiz

George Pickens News / A to Z Sports / March 2

Every possible George Pickens scenario for the Cowboys, ranked from likeliest to most improbable

So now that George Pickens was franchise tagged by the Dallas Cowboys, what's next? The truth is we don't know. Scenarios range from a long-term deal getting done to him playing elsewhere in 2026, or even missing playing time.

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The 'Most passing + rushing TD games' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to pass and run for a TD in at least 20 games in their NFL career can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL RB receiving-leaders' quiz

The 'QBs with multiple 2 rushing-TD games' quiz

The 'NFL MVPs' quiz

NFL News / Athlon Sports / March 2

Dallas Predicted to Draft Two All-SEC Defenders in First Round of 2026 NFL Draft

The Dallas Cowboys are one of the most recognizable brands in the world. However, being known as "America's Team" comes with high expectations. In reality, the Cowboys haven't played in an NFC Championship Game since 1995, which is also the last year they won a Super Bowl.

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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 2

Cowboys Could Add Missing Piece To Super Bowl Glory With Blockbuster Trade

Since all 32 teams around the NFL converged on Indianapolis for the 2026 Scouting Combine last week, the Maxx Crosby-Dallas Cowboys trade rumors have been reignited.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / March 2

Cowboys Legend Excited for Jerry Jones' Commitment to Aggression

Jerry Jones has the entire NFL world talking after saying during the Scouting Combine that he plans on spending in free agency to fix the Dallas Cowboys' defense.

Donovan Ezeiruaku News / Gridiron Heroics / March 2

Dallas Cowboys Get Unfortunate News on Promising Second-Round Pick

Dallas Cowboys EDGE rusher Donovan Ezeiruaku put together a promising rookie season, performing well as a pass-rusher, though his sacks will come, and excelling against the run.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 2

How realistic is a Maxx Crosby trade for Cowboys?

Does "America's Team" have a realistic shot at acquiring the five-time Pro Bowl edge-rusher?

Raiders' Maxx Crosby linked with seven teams as new timeline for possible trade emerges

Report shares if Maxx Crosby has, will ask to be traded by Raiders

Raiders sound ready to trade Maxx Crosby for this price

25 bold predictions for the 2026 NFL offseason

The '2025 NFL sack leaders by team' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Pro Football Rumors / March 2

Cowboys’ Donovan Ezeiruaku To Miss Offseason Time Following Hip Surgery

Donovan Ezeiruaku managed to play all 17 games during his rookie season. He will not be available at the start of the Cowboys’ 2026 offseason program, however.

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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.

Dallas Cowboys News / The Spun / March 2

Jerry Jones Wants To Make Brandon Aubrey's NFL's Highest-Paid Kicker

Cowboys All-Pro kicker Brandon Aubrey will very likely re-set the market at his position this offseason. But what that figure will be exactly remains a conversation.

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The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

The 'College basketball mythical mascots' quiz

The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz

The 'Most multi-three NBA games' quiz

Jerry Jones News / NFL Analysis Network / March 2

Jerry Jones says Cowboys will spend more in free agency than ever after allowing franchise-record 511 points

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said Dallas will spend more aggressively in free agency than it has historically after the defense ranked 30th in total defense and allowed a franchise-record 511 points in 2025.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / March 2

Prominent NFL Analyst Doubles Down on Bold Cowboys Prediction

ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky recently turned heads when he claimed the Dallas Cowboys were on the verge of opening a Super Bowl window. He admitted they needed to improve their defense, but claimed a couple of pieces could be all it took.

Dallas Cowboys News / 5 GOATs / March 2

Peter Schrager on Dallas Cowboys free agency plans: ‘They’re going to spend’

The Dallas Cowboys and Jerry Jones are definitely going to spend money this offseason, according to ESPN’s Peter Schrager. It might be a frenzy coming soon!

Dallas Cowboys News / Stadium Rant / March 2

The Dallas Cowboys Are Making Massive 2026 Offseason Moves

The stage has been set, and the Dallas Cowboys have had a busy offseason, making moves that should help their team next season. They placed the franchise tag on wide receiver George Pickens.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / March 2

Dallas Cowboys 2026 Mock Draft: Turning Picks 12 & 20 Into Gold

In this Dallas Cowboys Mock Draft, I turned picks 12 and 20 into five top-100 selections to build depth, reload the defense, and strengthen the roster for January.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / March 1

There's more to recent Dallas Cowboys news than it originally seemed, based on new coach's words

When Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer announced linebacker Marist Liufau would change positions ahead of the 2026 NFL season, it initially sounded like bad news for the defender.

George Pickens News / HITC / March 1

The Puka Nacua reason why George Pickens is happy with Cowboys franchise tagging him, reveals NFL legend

Michael Irvin believes there is a calculated reason why George Pickens may not be upset about the Dallas Cowboys using the franchise tag. The Cowboys’ decision ensured Pickens remains in Dallas for at least one more season, but it also delayed long-term contract talks.

Dallas Cowboys News / Pro Football Rumors / February 28