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Why Dallas Cowboys Didn’t Want To Extend George Pickens

Why Dallas Cowboys Didn’t Want To Extend George Pickens

George Pickens was the exact shot in the arm the Dallas Cowboys needed in 2025. His addition provided their offense a spark as they became one of the most explosive offenses in the NFL.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 12
Cowboys Landing on Fringe of Most Complete Rosters Shows Potential For Rebound Year

Cowboys Landing on Fringe of Most Complete Rosters Shows Potential For Rebound Year

The Dallas Cowboys have the potential to sport one of the most complete rosters in the NFL in 2026 and that isn't homer speak. Don't believe me? Just ask Eric Edholm of NFL.com, who didn't put the Cowboys in his top 10 of the most complete rosters in the NFL but instead left Dallas in the honorable mention category.

Donovan Ezeiruaku News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 12
Stats Show Cowboys’ Donovan Ezeiruaku Ready For Big Sophomore Season

Stats Show Cowboys’ Donovan Ezeiruaku Ready For Big Sophomore Season

In need of more depth off the edge, the Dallas Cowboys used the 44th overall pick in Round 2 of the 2025 NFL draft on Donovan Ezeiruaku out of Boston College.

Dallas Cowboys News / The Spun / May 12
Troy Aikman Gives His First Thoughts On The Cowboys' 2026 Hopes

Troy Aikman Gives His First Thoughts On The Cowboys' 2026 Hopes

Troy Aikman will watch the Dallas Cowboys attempt to rebound in 2026. Dallas followed three consecutive 12-win seasons by settling for seven victories in each of the last two seasons.

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The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz

The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz

How many of the active NFL players who have rushed for 1,000 or more yards in a season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz
The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz
The 'NFL franchise rushing-TD leaders' quiz
Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 12
Predicting Dallas Cowboys 2026 Schedule: Week-by-Week Breakdown

Predicting Dallas Cowboys 2026 Schedule: Week-by-Week Breakdown

It's that time of the year again where Dallas Cowboys fans can start plotting out their plan to attend regular season games. As was revealed last week, the NFL will release the schedules for all 32 teams for the 2026 season on Thursday, May 14.

NFL News / Yardbarker
The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft
Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs
Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft
2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades
25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season
Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 12
Cowboys 53-Man Roster Projection Features QB2 Surprise, UDFA Breakthrough

Cowboys 53-Man Roster Projection Features QB2 Surprise, UDFA Breakthrough

The Dallas Cowboys are gearing up for what the team hopes is a bounce-back season, after missing out on the NFL playoffs for a second consecutive season.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / May 12
Cowboys 2026 Record Prediction is Not All Doom-and-Gloom

Cowboys 2026 Record Prediction is Not All Doom-and-Gloom

I understand why some folks are doom-and-gloom when it comes to the 2026 Dallas Cowboys schedule. Their record may not be that bad. There are new faces, a new defensive identity, and a schedule that isn’t exactly a stroll in the park.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 12
Ranking Every Dallas Cowboys Position Group By Overall Talent & Depth

Ranking Every Dallas Cowboys Position Group By Overall Talent & Depth

The Dallas Cowboys boasted one of the best offenses in the NFL this past season, but it wasn't enough to get them into the playoffs. Even with Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens, and Javonte Williams, they were unable to make up for their porous defense, finishing the season 7-9-1.

Dallas Cowboys News / Football Analysis / May 12
The NFL’s Own Scheduling Formula Is About To Break The Cowboys, And They Traded The One Player Who Could Have Saved Them

The NFL’s Own Scheduling Formula Is About To Break The Cowboys, And They Traded The One Player Who Could Have Saved Them

Dallas finished 2025 allowing 30.1 points per game, dead last in the NFL, and 251.5 passing yards per game, also worst in the league. Micah Parsons, the edge rusher who might have fixed it, signed a four-year, $188 million contract in Green Bay that made him the highest-paid non-quarterback at signing.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 12
Cowboys Super Bowl Champion QB Craig Morton Passes Away At 83

Cowboys Super Bowl Champion QB Craig Morton Passes Away At 83

The NFL community is in mourning this week, following the loss of former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Craig Morton. Morton started for Dallas in Super Bowl V and is in a rare group of starting quarterbacks to play in the big game.

NFL News / Inside The Star / May 12
Cowboys open 2026 season on SNF against the New York Giants

Cowboys open 2026 season on SNF against the New York Giants

Well, it is that time of the year again, and this week is when the full NFL schedule is going to be released, but like they always do they leak games before the official drop, and we now know when and who the Cowboys will play on opening weekend.

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

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 / Football Analysis / May 12
Cowboys’ First Super Bowl QB Craig Morton Dies at 83 — 2 Starts, 0 Rings, 1,000 Hits

Cowboys’ First Super Bowl QB Craig Morton Dies at 83 — 2 Starts, 0 Rings, 1,000 Hits

Craig Morton died Saturday, May 9, 2026, at his home in Mill Valley, California, at 83, surrounded by his wife Kym, his children, and his grandchildren.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / May 12
Something is up at tight end for the Dallas Cowboys, and it could lead to more than one roster surprise

Something is up at tight end for the Dallas Cowboys, and it could lead to more than one roster surprise

There is something brewing at tight end for the Dallas Cowboys following recent additions. And it should be expected to be one of the best training camp battles for the high-powered offense.

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The 'Active NBA double-double leaders' quiz
 The 'Active NBA double-double leaders' quiz
The 'Active playoff scoring leaders' quiz
 The 'Active playoff scoring leaders' quiz
The 'Most 25-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
 The 'Most 25-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
The 'Multiple 4K-yard NFL seasons' quiz
 The 'Multiple 4K-yard NFL seasons' quiz
Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / May 12
More information on Cowboys' dangerous George Pickens decision emerges

More information on Cowboys' dangerous George Pickens decision emerges

While Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens recently signed his franchise tag worth roughly $27.3M for the 2026 season, some remain unconvinced that he will happily play on the tag later this year amid his desire for a long-term deal.

Rivalry renewed: Cowboys, Giants scheduled for Week 1 'SNF' matchup
One Cowboys free-agency move could change their season
The 'Active 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz
Mike Tomlin News / Yardbarker / May 12
Why Mike Tomlin is hyped about Giants, Cowboys Week 1 'SNF' matchup

Why Mike Tomlin is hyped about Giants, Cowboys Week 1 'SNF' matchup

Tomlin opened up about being associated with a Week 1 prime-time game between the Giants and Cowboys.

Buccaneers icon Lavonte David made this promise to Rueben Bain Jr. after NFL Draft
One Cowboys free-agency move could change their season
Giants set deadline for potential Odell Beckham Jr. signing
The '2007-08 NFL head coaches' quiz
Erin Andrews News / Athlon Sports / May 12
Erin Andrews Announces Breaking News for Dallas Cowboys

Erin Andrews Announces Breaking News for Dallas Cowboys

Fox Sports sideline reporter Erin Andrews helped unveil one of the most marquee Thanksgiving matchups in recent NFL history on Monday night.  Fox made the announcement at its upfront presentation at New York City Center in Manhattan.

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 11
One Cowboys free-agency move could change their season

One Cowboys free-agency move could change their season

Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys have high expectations going into the 2026-27 season, and for good reason. They're "America's Team," and not making it to the playoffs, again, wasn't representative of what this franchise can do.

Executives send warnings to NFL after Bengals, Cowboys improve defenses
Colts' Josh Downs sends 'little brother' warning to Cowboys' Caleb Downs about future matchup
Former NFL star sends holdout warning to Cowboys about George Pickens
Rivalry renewed: Cowboys, Giants scheduled for Week 1 'SNF' matchup
The 'Leading rushers from the 2021 NFL season' quiz
NFL News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 11
Can Dallas Cowboys Break NFL Thanksgiving Curse Vs Philadelphia Eagles In 2026?

Can Dallas Cowboys Break NFL Thanksgiving Curse Vs Philadelphia Eagles In 2026?

We are still a couple of days away from the full 2026 NFL schedule release, but some of the key games are already being confirmed. One of those games is the Week 12 showdown between the Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles which will take place on Thanksgiving Day.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / May 11
The NFL makes a fun but surprising decision for the Dallas Cowboys’ 2026 schedule days before full release

The NFL makes a fun but surprising decision for the Dallas Cowboys’ 2026 schedule days before full release

The Dallas Cowboys always play on Thanksgiving. But this time, it’s the kind of game that can make or break their season as they’ll take on their top NFC East rival in 2026.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 11
Cowboys' Ideal Opponent For 2026 NFL Thanksgiving Showcase Could Decide NFC East

Cowboys' Ideal Opponent For 2026 NFL Thanksgiving Showcase Could Decide NFC East

This Thursday, the 2026 NFL schedule will be released in full. While we already know which teams the Dallas Cowboys have to face this year, Thursday will let us know when they will take on each opponent.

NFL News / 5 GOATs / May 11
2026 NFL Schedule Release: Dallas Cowboys to host Philadelphia Eagles on Thanksgiving

2026 NFL Schedule Release: Dallas Cowboys to host Philadelphia Eagles on Thanksgiving

It’s hard not to think about the Dallas Cowboys when it comes to Thanksgiving Day. Every year, the Cowboys play at 3:30 p.m. in front of the country on a special holiday.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 11
Dallas Cowboys 2026 Schedule Release Leaks: Confirmed Opponents & Dates

Dallas Cowboys 2026 Schedule Release Leaks: Confirmed Opponents & Dates

The latest significant date on the NFL's 2026 offseason calendar is the release of the official schedules for all 32 teams, including the Dallas Cowboys.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 11
Dallas Cowboys' Opening Odds For Week 1 vs Giants Hint Towards Familiar Trend

Dallas Cowboys' Opening Odds For Week 1 vs Giants Hint Towards Familiar Trend

The 2026 NFL regular season schedule release date is still days away, but we now know where the Dallas Cowboys will be kicking off the new league year.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / May 11
Cowboys improved defense, but still lack a trusted pass rusher

Cowboys improved defense, but still lack a trusted pass rusher

This was interesting to me when I was looking over the Cowboys’ depth chart. The Dallas Cowboys defense is clearly better than it was a year ago, but they are about to have the newest sack leader for the third year in a row.

George Pickens News / Inside The Star / May 11
George Pickens 2026 Rumor Swirls, Don’t Take the Bait

George Pickens 2026 Rumor Swirls, Don’t Take the Bait

George Pickens trade rumors are flying around again, but I’m not taking the bait unless the report comes from a reputable NFL source and neither should you.

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