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Brian Schottenheimer offers Caleb Downs the ‘greatest compliment’ for a rookie, and it shows why Cowboys rookie will be a menace in no time

The Dallas Cowboys are already impressed by first-round rookie Caleb Downs. And one of the biggest reasons why is becoming clear following comments made by head coach Brian Schottenheimer at OTAs.

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3 Dallas Cowboys players with nothing to lose who could rise to prominent roles with strong offseasons

These 3 Dallas Cowboys haven’t been making a lot of headlines this offseason, but they are names to watch. With seemingly nothing to lose, they are candidates to rise into significant roles.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / June 4

Not re-signing Jadeveon Clowney is a mistake by the Cowboys

I pushed this to the side for over a month or so, but after the Myles Garrett news and the way the Cowboys’ defense has shaped out over the offseason, it seems like to me that bringing back the team’s leading sack leader from a year ago sounds like a no-brainer, yet Dallas has not done so.

Tyler Smith News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / June 4

Cowboys Legend Tyron Smith Seen Mentoring Young Dallas Offensive Tackles

Entering the 2026 season, the Dallas Cowboys boast one of the most explosive offenses in the NFL. They finished seventh in points scored and second in yardage last year, and have all 11 starters set to return in 2026.

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The 'Most 1,400-yard NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the NFL players to rack up at least 1,400 receiving yards in a season multiple times in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL 1K-yard rookie receivers' quiz

The 'Last 100-catch season by team' quiz

The 'Most 100-yard, 1-TD games' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / June 4

What to Watch For at Dallas Cowboys' First Open Practice of OTAs

For the first time since the Dallas Cowboys began their OTAs on June 1, the team will open things up for the media on Thursday. With beat writers on the ground at practice, we'll get an inside look at the session and there should be plenty of interesting nuggets pertaining to what took place during it.

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The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / June 4

Cowboys’ Receivers Errors in 2025 Point to Execution

The Cowboys ranked 15th in receiver-error incompletions, showing their issue was more about execution than passing volume, and I don’t think the receiver-error ranking explains why they missed the playoffs.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / June 3

5 Dallas Cowboys players who had Madden cover-worthy seasons but didn’t get it

The cover is out for EA Sports’ Madden 27 and it’s quarterback Caleb Williams. The news and hype got me thinking about which Dallas Cowboys players could have been on the cover in previous seasons.

Dallas Cowboys News / The Spun / June 3

Jason Garrett Endorses Former NBC Co-Worker Michele Tafoya For U.S. Senate

Former Dallas Cowboys coach Jason Garrett will be keeping a close eye on the U.S. Senate race in Minnesota. Back in January, former NFL sideline reporter Michele Tafoya announced that she's running for U.S.

Micah Parsons News / A to Z Sports / June 3

Dallas Cowboys get important update directly from Micah Parsons months before Week 6 showdown vs Packers

The Dallas Cowboys and Micah Parsons have unfinished business following a 40-40 tie last season. In Week 6, they get to do it all over again to finally find some closure.

Dak Prescott News / DallasCowboysCommunity / June 3

Cowboys Put on Notice as Dak Prescott’s Title Window Narrows

The Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott is entering his 11th NFL season, and the team is facing increased scrutiny regarding its roster-building approach.

Myles Garrett News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / June 3

How Dallas Cowboys Could Benefit From Myles Garrett Trade Domino Effect

Myles Garrett now has a new home after being traded from the Cleveland Browns to the Los Angeles Rams, and the trade may ultimately benefit the Dallas Cowboys.

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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

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 3

Should 49ers look to three-time Pro Bowler to counter Rams' Myles Garrett move?

Should the 49ers make a move to try to keep pace in a talent-rich division?

Rams should be overwhelming Super Bowl favorites after blockbuster trade for Myles Garrett

49ers coach reveals potential breakout linebacker heading into 2026 season

49ers named ideal landing spot for three free agents, including two pass rushers

The 'Most sacks in an NFL season' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / June 3

Latest intel shuts the door on Dallas Cowboys trade rumors, as opportunities to add big-name players are running out

The Dallas Cowboys say talent acquisition is a year-round business. But chances are running out for them to add a difference-maker on defense. And the latest insider report closes the door on trade opportunity.

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The 'Most field goals-per-game by playoffs' quiz

The '20-point Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

The 'Last 10 3-pointer NBA game by team' quiz

The 'Men's French Open champions' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / June 3

ESPN Views Cowboys as Fringe Playoff Team Despite Defensive Overhaul

The Dallas Cowboys have overhauled their defense ahead of the 2026 campaign and that has given fans hope for a return to the postseason. However, ESPN is barely on board with the Cowboys being a playoff team in 2026.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / June 3

3 Offensive Free Agents Dallas Cowboys Should Sign Following OTAs

The Dallas Cowboys were busy this offseason, adding several players through trades as well as free agency. Their focus for the majority of these moves was understandably on the defensive side of the ball, a trend that continued in the NFL draft.

Myles Garrett News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / June 3

1 Harsh Reality Held Dallas Cowboys Back From Making Myles Garrett Trade

The Dallas Cowboys kicked off OTAs on Monday, June 1, but it was far from the biggest story in the NFL thanks to the Cleveland Browns and Los Angeles Rams pulling off a blockbuster trade that sent two-time Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett to the NFC.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / June 3

Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Netflix Series Gets Trailer, Premiere Date For New Season

The Dallas Cowboys are gearing up for the 2026 NFL season, with OTAs officially kicking off earlier this week at The Star. But players aren't the only ones preparing for another season.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / June 3

Dallas Cowboys Schedule Prediction after NFC’s Blockbuster Moves

It would have been easy to mistake yesterday for a day in the peak of the NFL offseason, considering all the blockbuster moves made. The slew of trades and signings all surrounded the NFC, in particular, and that has caused my Cowboys schedule prediction to change.