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High hopes for 2nd-year defender are close to crashing down

As I have been working my way down the Dallas Cowboys depth chart and finding players that I have not touched on much, I ran into a guy that I did indeed speak about last year a few times.

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Cowboys Criticized for Overlooking Major Issue This Offseason

We have spent much of this offseason going in depth on all the moves of Dallas Cowboys made to improve their roster. Understandably, most of the moves were on the defensive side of the ball, where they were an absolute mess in 2025.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / July 9

Cowboys Insider Puts Damper on Possibility of Dallas Signing Von Miller

There seemed to be some momentum building for the Dallas Cowboys to pursue veteran edge rusher Von Miller, but one Cowboys insider is pumping the brakes on that.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / July 9

Cowboys had a solid offseason, but still could have addressed 2 issues

Let’s start with the good news. This was probably the best offseason and is the best at least since I have been alive, and I am 30 years old on the nose.

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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

George Pickens News / DallasCowboysCommunity / July 9

George Pickens’ OTA absence comes into focus after Jane Slater’s update

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens drew attention when he skipped the team’s voluntary OTAs, raising speculation about his commitment to the team.

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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.

Dallas Cowboys News / DallasCowboysCommunity / July 9

Von Miller fuels Cowboys speculation with honest Dallas admission

Could two-time Super Bowl Champion Von Miller be headed home? The veteran pass rusher has sparked fresh speculation after sharing a Dallas Cowboys-themed

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / July 8

Von Miller Lobbying to Join Cowboys & Report Suggests Dallas Could Have Interest

Von Miller is leaving no doubt about his desire to play for the Dallas Cowboys in 2026. Miller sat down for an interview with RJ Ochoa on Monday and said he would definitely be interested in playing for Dallas this coming season.

Von Miller News / 5 GOATs / July 8

Von Miller posts photo of himself in Dallas Cowboys jersey

It seems like Von Miller wants to play for the Dallas Cowboys in 2026. On Wednesday, the two-time Super Bowl champion pass rusher posted a photo of himself in a Cowboys jersey with the “Shhh” emoji on Instagram.

Dallas Cowboys News / DallasCowboysCommunity / July 8

Cowboys linked to 10X Pro Bowler as training camp approaches

As training camp draws closer, Bobby Wagner has once again emerged as a name to watch for the Dallas Cowboys as they look for help at linebacker. Lee Vowell

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / July 8

4 games that could decide whether the Cowboys make the playoffs in 2026

The Dallas Cowboys enter the 2026 season with plenty of optimism after a busy offseason. Brian Schottenheimer enters his second year as head coach, the defense has been retooled and improved in all three phases.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

DeMarvion Overshown News / 5 GOATs / July 8

ESPN predicts Cowboys LB DeMarvion Overshown will breakout in 2026

ESPN believes that DeMarvion Overshown will have a big year in 2026. Ben Solak of ESPN revealed the breakout candidates for all 32 NFL teams, and Overshown was named for the Dallas Cowboys.

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The '2026 American League All-Stars' quiz

The '2026 National League All-Stars' quiz

The 'Most MLB All-Star Games' quiz

The 'Wimbledon men's champions' quiz

Caleb Downs News / Athlon Sports / July 8

Caleb Downs Is Already Making an Impression and Dallas Needs Him to Keep It Going

The Dallas Cowboys didn’t trade up in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft simply to add another talented player. They made an aggressive move because they believed Caleb Downs could become the centerpiece of a defense that desperately needed a new identity.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / July 8

The Dallas Cowboys have a glaring weakness on offense, but they’re built to overcome it

We all assume the Dallas Cowboys offense will be successful again in 2026. But there’s a lingering issue that must be solved, and that could hold the ceiling of the offense back if the right player doesn’t step up.

Daron Bland News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / July 8

Cowboys' DaRon Bland Surprisingly Gets Recognition in NFL Cornerback Rankings

When you think of the best cornerbacks in the NFL, Dallas Cowboys cornerback DaRon Bland doesn't come to mind. There was a time in which Bland was in the conversation after a very strong start to his career that featured one Pro Bowl nod, which led to his garnering a massive contract extension.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 8

NFC Notes: Deonte Banks, Brian Schottenheimer, Commanders, Cowboys, Giants

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.

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 / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 8

Weak link that will sink Cowboys’ Super Bowl hopes during 2026 season

The Dallas Cowboys have assembled one of the most talented rosters in the NFL. Expectations are once again sky-high heading into the 2026 season. They have an explosive passing attack led by Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, and George Pickens.

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.

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

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.

Marshawn Kneeland 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.