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Commanders DT Jer’Zhan Newton recorded three sacks of Cowboys QB Dak Prescott in a single game and told reporters he is still riding the high from the performance, one he plans to build on in his third season.

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WWE Superstar Seth Rollins Picks Cowboys' Caleb Downs as Rookie to Watch

Seth Rollins is a six-time WWE world champion, but he's lately been a fixture on the NFL Network as a guest analyst. Rollins, who is a well-known Chicago Bears fan, has proven to be a very knowledgable analyst, and on Wednesday, he had plenty of praise for the Dallas Cowboys.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / July 8

It’s the first time in many years the Dallas Cowboys miss important NFL list, and it calls for a Christian Parker solution

The NFL world isn’t very high on the Dallas Cowboys’ group of edge rushers, and it’s a reminder of what defensive coordinator Christian Parker needs to solve ahead of the 2026 season.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / July 8

4 Cowboys Set to Work on Pass-Rush Moves With Future Hall of Famers Ahead of Camp

Four Dallas Cowboys players will be putting in some extra work on their pass-rush moves ahead of training camp. The 2026 Sack Summit will be held from July 9 through July 11 and Cowboys edge rushers Rashan Gary and Donovan Ezeiruaku and interior defensive lineman Quinnen Williams and Kenny Clark will be attending.

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The '100-rushing-yard NFL QBs' quiz

In the Super Bowl era (1966 to present) of the NFL, a total of 30 QBs have rushed for 100 yards or more in a regular-season game. How many of the 30 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL's 4,500-yard passers' quiz

The 'Passing + Rushing TD playoff games' quiz

The 'NFL 250-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

Shedeur Sanders News / Inside The Star / July 8

Will Cowboys Nostalgia Bring Shedeur Sanders to Dallas?

I knew Dallas would end up in the Shedeur Sanders rumor that is circulating. Jerry Jones loves publicity about as much as he loves Deion Sanders. Add in a young player with that famous father, and you may have a match made in Jerry Jones heaven.

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25 first-round NFL picks that left fans confused

The NFL Draft always delivers many twists and turns that leave fans and analysts scratching their heads. This list isn't looking at hindsight and finding the biggest busts in history.

CeeDee Lamb News / DallasCowboysCommunity / July 8

CeeDee Lamb’s honest admission could change Cowboys’ 2026 outlook

CeeDee Lamb has dealt with largely unreported injuries as a Dallas Cowboys wide receiver for the last two years. This week, when an ESPN analyst revealed

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / July 8

Cowboys Roster Ranking From ESPN Reinforces Dallas' Biggest Offseason Question

We know that the Dallas Cowboys are going to be one of the best teams in the NFL offensively, but the jury is still out on how much the defense will improve after several changes this offseason.

NFL News / Inside The Star / July 8

Don’t be shocked if Sam Howell wins the QB2 role

Look, we are right in the area of waiting for the training camp to get here to give us some more interesting things to talk about. Let me be the first to say I like it this way because that means Jerry Jones has given us no drama to worry about, and this is a great thing.

George Pickens News / DallasCowboysCommunity / July 8

George Pickens may be playing his way out of Dallas

George Pickens is set to play his second season with the Dallas Cowboys under a franchise tag ($27.3M). Despite the front office doubling down on having “long-term” plans for Pickens in Dallas, an analyst believes a multi-year extension is highly unlikely.

Brian Schottenheimer News / Athlon Sports / July 8

Cowboys Coach Reveals Failed Chiefs Trade

Dallas Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer recently revealed what they went through during the 2026 NFL Draft. Schottenheimer appeared on the “Twin Takes Podcast” and discussed Dallas’ draft day activities.

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25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.

Dallas Cowboys News / DallasCowboysCommunity / July 8

Cowboys’ 1994 feat produced an NFL record that still stands

The Cowboys have had an immense number of memorable moments over the years, but one incident from 1994 remains a record that no other team has reached.

Dallas Cowboys News / DallasCowboysCommunity / July 8

'I don’t want to win it for me': Brian Schottenheimer reveals the real reason behind the Cowboys’ Super Bowl mission

Brian Schottenheimer’s Super Bowl mission has nothing to do with his own legacy. Entering his second season as Dallas Cowboys head coach, he revealed that his drive is rooted in winning for his players and honoring his father’s unfinished journey.

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The '2026 National League All-Stars' quiz

The 'Most MLB All-Star Games' quiz

The 'Wimbledon men's champions' quiz

The 'NBA Playoff-3's leaders' quiz

Brian Schottenheimer News / DallasCowboysCommunity / July 8

Brian Schottenheimer reveals unexpected agreement before Cowboys promotion

The Dallas Cowboys promoted Brian Schottenheimer from offensive coordinator to the franchise’s 10th head coach after two seasons with the team. But before the final decision was made, Schottenheimer revealed a behind-the-scenes agreement he had made with the Cowboys executives.

Dallas Cowboys News / 5 GOATs / July 8

ESPN ranks Dallas starters 14th in NFL, projects cornerback room as the biggest red flag

The Dallas Cowboys are coming off a 7-9-1 overall record during the 2025 season, finishing second in the NFC East. The team failed to reach the playoffs for the second straight season.

Dallas Cowboys News / The Lead / July 7

How Can the Dallas Cowboys Turn Their Defense Around?

Newly hired Cowboys defensive coordinator Christian Parker is entering this season with some of the highest expectations of any team that missed the playoffs last season.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / July 7

The NFL Top 100 gives the Dallas Cowboys the evidence they need to make one big free agency signing in time for the 2026 NFL Season

One of the best free agents available just made the NFL Top 100 and he makes too much sense for the Dallas Cowboys before the start of training camp. Why the Cowboys should sign a perennial All-Pro defender.

Marshawn Kneeland News / Larry Brown Sports / July 7

Marshawn Kneeland diagnosed with CTE after his death

Former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland was suffering from CTE at the time of his death, his family announced Tuesday.

Michael Irvin News / The Spun / July 7

Michael Irvin Loves What The Cowboys Have Done This Offseason

Michael Irvin likes that the Dallas Cowboys are preparing for the 2026 season with less accompanying drama than usual. The Hall of Fame wide receiver told On3's Brian Jones that the Cowboys seem more focused this offseason.

Marshawn Kneeland News / Field Level Media / July 7

Former Cowboys player Marshawn Kneeland had CTE

Former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland has been diagnosed posthumously with Stage 1 chronic traumatic encephalopathy. Kneeland's family released the results of a brain tissue analysis performed by the Concussion & CTE Foundation.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / July 7

Late Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland diagnosed with CTE

Former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland has been posthumously diagnosed with Stage 1 chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE).

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / July 7

ESPN’s Cowboys Roster Ranking Is Hard to Argue

I wanted to hate ESPN’s ranking for the Cowboys. Where the Cowboys roster got ranked sounds low based on the players on this roster. This isn’t some busted group hoping to squeak out eight wins, but a team coming off a monumental let-down last season.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / July 7

Brian Schottenheimer had secret agreement with Jones family before becoming Cowboys' head coach

Schottenheimer recently discussed the process around him becoming the Cowboys head coach.

10 bold predictions for the 2026 NFL season: Is the Chiefs dynasty over?

Dee Winters News / Pro Football Rumors / July 5

Cowboys LB Dee Winters In Line For Starting Role

The Cowboys have understandably prioritized defensive additions this offseason. One such move was the trade acquisition of linebacker Dee Winters. Winters spent his first three seasons in San Francisco.

Dallas Cowboys News / Pro Football Rumors / July 4

Cowboys Still Looking For Answers At LT

It wasn’t long ago that the Cowboys were the go-to example for how to assemble an offensive line with talent from top-to-bottom. Time is the enemy of team builders, though, as top talent either retires, gets injured, or outplays the price a team can afford to pay.