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Rex Ryan delivered nightmare fuel for Cowboys fans with Matt Eberflus prediction

When Matt Eberflus was announced as the new defensive coordinator for the Dallas Cowboys this offseason, there was plenty of excitement. While he struggled as a head coach with the Chicago Bears, he was always seen as an elite defensive mind.

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Ryan Flournoy injury delivers major blow to Cowboys receiving corps

The Dallas Cowboys returned to the field on Sunday afternoon for the team's home finale against the Los Angeles Chargers. Dallas struck first with a touchdown from rising wide receiver Ryan Flournoy, but his day may have come to an early end after suffering an injury in the second quarter.

DeMarvion Overshown News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / December 21

DeMarvion Overshown injury delivers another blow to wounded Cowboys defense

The Dallas Cowboys are looking for something to build on as they face off with the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 16. It's their home finale and the first game they're playing after being officially eliminated from the playoffs.

CeeDee Lamb News / Total Apex Sports / December 21

Dallas Cowboys Wide Receiver CeeDee Lamb Makes Franchise History

Dallas Cowboys Wide Receiver CeeDee Lamb officially crossed the 1,000-yard receiving mark for the year. But the number on the stat sheet isn’t the real story here.

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The 'Multiple 3-rushing-TD games in a season' quiz

How many of the 55 NFL players to get a hat-trick of rushing touchdowns multiple times in the same season can you name in eight minutes?

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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.

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Dak Prescott inks spot in Dallas Cowboys history with major feat

The Dallas Cowboys returned to the field on Sunday afternoon for the team's final home game of the season, hosting the Los Angeles Chargers at AT&T Stadium.

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Cowboys already banged-up O-line suffers another significant injury scare

The Dallas Cowboys went into their Week 16 game against the Los Angeles Chargers with a makeshift offensive line. With starting left tackle Tyler Guyton out with an ankle injury, the Cowboys moved Tyler Smith from guard to tackle.

Nahshon Wright News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / December 21

Dallas Cowboys' costly mistake haunts team amid secondary woes

This season, the secondary has been a major problem for the Dallas Cowboys as they've struggled in coverage and have generated very few turnovers. As if their poor performance wasn't painful enough, the Cowboys have seen a former draft pick of theirs, Nahshon Wright, become a turnover machine.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / December 21

Dallas Cowboys make unusual offensive line shakeup for Week 16 vs Chargers

The Dallas Cowboys enter the final stretch of the regular season officially eliminated from NFL playoff contention, and will be making some lineup changes due to injury.

NFL News / The SportsRush / December 21

Why Are Odds Favoring the Cowboys Over the Chargers in Week 16 Despite Their Worse 6-7-1 Record?

The 6-7-1 Dallas Cowboys were eliminated from the playoffs yesterday after the Eagles won their outing against the Commanders. But the odds still favor Jerry Jones’ team to win today and spoil the 10-4 LA Chargers’ party.

NFL News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / December 21

Dallas Cowboys vs Los Angeles Chargers, full list of Week 16 inactives

The Dallas Cowboys return to the field at AT&T Stadium for the final time this season, in the team's home finale against the Los Angeles Chargers. Ahead of Sunday's afternoon kickoff, the official list of inactives were released.

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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.

Quinnen Williams News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / December 21

Is Quinnen Williams playing vs Chargers? Dallas Cowboys All-Pro DT status set

The Dallas Cowboys will play at AT&T Stadium for the last time as they host the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 16. It will be worth paying attention to the emotion in this one, with the Cowboys officially being eliminated from the postseason when the Philadelphia Eagles clinched the NFC East on Saturday night.

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Dallas Cowboys' preseason hero finally gets a chance to play due to star player's injury

Ahead of the Dallas Cowboys' last game at home this season, the team announced its gameday inactives 90 minutes before kickoff. With the Cowboys' mathematically eliminated from the NFL playoffs, they intend to play starters with the intention to win.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / December 21

Updated 2026 NFL draft order entering Cowboys' Week 16 clash has picks rising

The Dallas Cowboys were officially eliminated from the NFL Playoffs on Saturday evening, with the Philadelphia Eagles' win over the Washington Commanders.

George Pickens News / Inside The Star / December 21

George Pickens’ Cowboys Future in Play in Week 16

Last night, the Dallas Cowboys were officially eliminated from playoff contention after the Philadelphia Eagles’ win over the Washington Commanders. While that was an inevitable end to their chances, this season isn’t over, especially for George Pickens.

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Is Trevon Diggs playing vs Chargers? Dallas Cowboys star CB status set

The Dallas Cowboys return to action in Week 16 for the team's final home game of the season. Dallas will welcome the Los Angeles Chargers to AT&T Stadium on Sunday afternoon.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / December 21

Prescott and Lamb aim to hit milestones versus Chargers

The Dallas Cowboys enter Week 16 looking for a victory against Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers. Unfortunately, the Eagles’ victory over the Washington Commanders has officially eliminated the Cowboys from playoff contention.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / December 21

3 best Dallas Cowboys player prop bets for Week 16 vs Chargers

The Dallas Cowboys will take the field on Sunday afternoon, officially eliminated from NFL playoff contention. Despite the postseason hopes vanishing, Dallas has a lot to prove against the Los Angeles Chargers.

NFL News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / December 21

Cowboys vs Chargers announcer pairing & referee assignment for Week 16

The Dallas Cowboys return to the field on Sunday afternoon for the team's final home game of the season, hosting the Los Angeles Chargers at AT&T Stadium.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / December 21

Dallas looks to charge up a win in 2025 home finale

The Dallas Cowboys will play their final regular season home game this afternoon. They close the year out on the road in Washington D.C. and in New York against NFC East rivals.

Matt Eberflus News / Gridiron Heroics / December 20

'We Have Not Played Well Enough in That Area': Cowboys Coach Admits Harsh Reality Matt Eberflus Is Facing

The Dallas Cowboys are confronting uncomfortable truths as another disappointing season nears its end, and the spotlight has shifted squarely onto the defense.

George Pickens News / Gridiron Heroics / December 20

'Tear Down Character': Cowboys WR George Pickens Has Blunt Take on Criticisms

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens addressed growing criticism surrounding his effort and focus, offering a blunt perspective on how outside narratives are built.

Trevon Diggs News / Pro Football Rumors / December 20

Cowboys Likely To Activate CB Trevon Diggs From Injured Reserve

The Cowboys are expected to activate cornerback Trevon Diggs from injured reserve on Sunday, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. The move will clear the path for Diggs to return from a two-month absence caused by a lingering knee injury and a concussion.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / December 20

Jerry Jones addresses his future as GM of the Cowboys

Jones has faced criticism for years from people who believe he should step down as general manager of the Dallas Cowboys.

Jones discusses Brian Schottenheimer with playoff chances just about gone

Cowboys make Matt Eberflus change after Jones' comments

Why Cowboys should prioritize trading CB Trevon Diggs

Dolphins may have already decided on coach Mike McDaniel's future

Brian Burns addresses Giants' 'vision' amid franchise's latest lost season

Daron Bland News / Field Level Media / December 19

Cowboys CB DaRon Bland likely to have foot surgery again

Dallas Cowboys cornerback DaRon Bland likely will need another surgery on his left foot -- the same one that sidelined him for 10 games last season, head coach Brian Schottenheimer announced Friday.