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Jadeveon Clowney News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 26

Jadeveon Clowney Interested In Re-Signing With Cowboys For 2026

Cowboys veteran EDGE Jadeveon Clowney told reporters that he is pretty sure he’ll return for the 2026 season and he would be interested in returning to Dallas. “Oh yeah, if they’re willing to bring me back, but, yeah, I’m pretty sure I’m definitely gonna play,” Clowney said, via DallasCowboys.com.

Jourdan Lewis News / A to Z Sports / December 26

Former Cowboys fan favorite got hit with news he didn't want to hear on Christmas Day

I've got a long list of complaints from the Dallas Cowboys' offseason earlier in the year, but one of the biggest ones is still letting nickel cornerback Jourdan Lewis walk in free agency.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / December 26

Dallas Cowboys on track to receive a belated lump of coal following win on Christmas Day

While many fans are content with rooting for their favorite team to lose for the sake of draft positioning, Dallas Cowboys fans don't have to do that for at least one of their 2026 first-round picks to improve.

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Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / December 26

Updated 2026 NFL draft order post-Christmas has Cowboys clinging to top 15

The Dallas Cowboys gifted fans a Christmas W in the Netflix matinee to kick off Week 17, earning a win over the division rival Washington Commanders in a slugfest.

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The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.

Malik Davis News / Inside The Star / December 26

Could Malik Davis be the Cowboys RB1 in 2026?

Yesterday, we saw the Dallas Cowboys beat the Washington Commanders on Christmas 30-23, and the Dallas starting running back Javonte Williams suffered a shoulder injury and would not return during the second half.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / December 26

Cowboys make bold defensive statement in Round 1 of new 2026 NFL mock draft

With just one game left in the 2025 NFL season, the Dallas Cowboys will soon turn their attention to the offseason. After watching the defense struggle to slow down veteran journeyman Josh Johnson in Week 17, it's more clear than ever just how much work they need on defense.

Dallas Cowboys News / HITC / December 26

What Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said to Michael Irvin that made him emotional

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones’ emotional message to Michael Irvin turned the Netflix NFL Christmas broadcast into a powerful moment Jerry Jones and Michael Irvin have been part of the Dallas Cowboys story for decades — through the good times, the struggles, and everything in between.

Dak Prescott News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / December 26

Dak Prescott ready to 'push back' on crucial Dallas Cowboys decision

The Dallas Cowboys were aggressive in the penultimate game of the season on Christmas Day, holding off a late charge by the Washington Commanders to snap a three-game streak and return to the win column.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / December 26

Which Cowboys should be auditioning for 2026 in 2025’s finale?

There will be absolutely nothing to play for when the Dallas Cowboys face the Giants in New York next weekend. Except maybe for jobs in the 2026 season.

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / December 26

Cowboys Dealt Unfortunate News on Christmas Day

The Dallas Cowboys were eliminated from the playoffs after another disappointing season, led by quarterback Dak Prescott. The Cowboys have been playing under head coach Brian Schottenheimer this season, his first leading Dallas.

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NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 25

Cowboys’ fourth-down prowess vs. Commanders hasn’t been seen in 34 years

The Dallas Cowboys made history on fourth down during their 30-23 win versus the Washington Commanders on Christmas Day, achieving a level of efficiency not seen in more than three decades.

Brian Schottenheimer News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 25

Cowboys HC Brian Schottenheimer breaks down importance of winning Week 18 game vs. Giants

Brian Schottenheimer broke down why it is important for the Dallas Cowboys to beat the New York Giants in Week 18 of the 2025 NFL season. Schottenheimer is nearing the end of his first year as the Cowboys’ head coach.

Dak Prescott News / Athlon Sports / December 25

NFL Facing Punishment Decision for Dak Prescott Incident

Dak Prescott led the charge for the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday as they secured a 30-23 win against the Washington Commanders on Christmas Day. It was a much-needed victory for the Cowboys, who came into the game after losing three in a row and officially getting eliminated from playoff contention.

Trevon Diggs News / Athlon Sports / December 25

Cowboys' Trevon Diggs Bracing for NFL Punishment Decision After Commanders Incident

Trevon Diggs was back on the field for the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday as they faced off against the Washington Commanders in a high-profile Christmas Day game.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / December 25

Cowboys Injury Updates: Rookie entering concussion protocol could spoil a much-needed opportunity for reps

The Dallas Cowboys walked away from Washington with a win over the Commanders, but it came at a cost. After the game, head coach Brian Schottenheimer provided important injury updates, including on rookie CB Shavon Revel Jr., who may be in danger of missing the regular season finale.

Dallas Cowboys News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 25

Dak Prescott falls 1 game shy of Tony Romo’s record Cowboys streak after beating Commanders

The Dallas Cowboys are not going to the playoffs this season, but they had enough gas in the tank to ruin Christmas Day for the Washington Commanders. The Cowboys pulled off a 30-23 road victory over their long-time rivals, and quarterback Dak Prescott threw for 307 yards and 2 touchdowns in the win.

George Pickens News / Gridiron Heroics / December 25

'Just a Little Different': George Pickens Answers If He Wants to Stay With the Cowboys After Big Year

George Pickens delivered a breakout season in his first year with the Dallas Cowboys, and his future quickly became a major offseason question. After earning his first Pro Bowl nod, the wide receiver offered insight that suggested Dallas may be more than a short stop in his career.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / December 25

Brian Schottenheimer just got a reason to disagree with Dak Prescott following Christmas Day win

On Christmas Day, Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys did what they said they would: play to win. Prescott led the Cowboys offense to a 30-23 win over the Washington Commanders, and even though it wasn't pretty, it was the result they were aiming for.

Dallas Cowboys News / Field Level Media / December 25

Dak Prescott helps Cowboys slide past Commanders

Dak Prescott passed for 307 yards and two touchdowns, and the Dallas Cowboys held off the Washington Commanders 30-23 on Thursday in Landover, Md. Prescott completed 19 of 37 passes for Dallas (7-8-1), which snapped a three-game losing streak.