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4 Games That Will Decide If Dallas Cowboys Can Make the NFL Playoffs

The Dallas Cowboys missed out on the playoffs in the first season under head coach Brian Schottenheimer in 2025. While most teams might get a pass for coming up short of the postseason under a new head coach, the talent on the Dallas roster last year makes it hard to believe that the Cowboys were not at least a wild card team in the NFC.

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Cowboys Player Profile: Newly signed UFL player Chris Glaser has serious roster chances, and he could play an important role

The Dallas Cowboys have shown they’re willing to take chances on players coming from spring league football. Here’s why you should buy some stock on the newly signed offensive lineman Chris Glaser.

Dallas Cowboys News / DallasCowboysCommunity / July 1

5 hidden variables that could make or break the Cowboys’ 2026 campaign

According to AtoZ Sports’ Mauricio Rodriguez, there are five teams on the Cowboys’ 2026 schedule with issues that remain to be determined, and how those issues are determined could affect the Cowboys’ overall record.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / July 1

What We Learned About Dallas Cowboys Before Training Camp

Ahead of the Dallas Cowboys taking part in training camp later this month, the team took part in both OTAs and mandatory minicamp during the month of June.

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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

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Dallas Cowboys 2026 NFL Season Preview

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has repeatedly said he would write an “embarrassing” check to win another Super Bowl. Yet, he never does. Since 2013, the Cowboys have not participated in the first wave of free agency.

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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 1

Cowboys defense gets full identity reset under new DC Christian Parker

The Dallas Cowboys struggled on the defensive end in 2025 and decided to promote first-year defensive coordinator Christian Parker. Training camp is coming up, and with a new strategy and new players, the Cowboys’ defensive identity is changing quickly.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / July 1

Marcus Dixon is the Biggest Cowboys 2026 Addition Not Named Christian Parker

Let’s change it up and talk about something other than players added to the roster for the upcoming season. The addition of Marcus Dixon as the Cowboys defensive line coach may help the position group lined up behind his big boys more than we realize.

Dallas Cowboys News / DallasCowboysCommunity / July 1

Cowboys 2026 turnaround plan finally comes to light as pressure builds

Going into 2026, the Dallas Cowboys have an offense capable of winning a Super Bowl. With new faces on that side of the ball and mounting pressure to finally deliver, their defense now has a distinct opportunity to begin its turnaround.

George Pickens News / DallasCowboysCommunity / July 1

ESPN delivers surprising verdict on Cowboys’ George Pickens move

The Dallas Cowboys faced plenty of criticism after placing wide receiver George Pickens on a franchise tag, instead of signing him to a long-term deal.

Quinnen Williams News / Inside The Star / July 1

Possible for Quinnen Williams to return to All-Pro status?

As the summer heats up and we inch closer to training camp and preseason for the Cowboys, it is that time again where I look around the depth chart and analyze different things.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / June 30

Jerry Jones, Cowboys called out for offseason moves they could regret

The Dallas Cowboys are "America's Team," so they're always under the microscope. That's certainly the case during this NFL offseason.

Jerry Jones, Cowboys earn high marks ahead of 2026 season

The 'NFL active sack leaders' quiz

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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 / A to Z Sports / June 30

5 big NFL unknowns on the Dallas Cowboys’ 2026 schedule that could shape their final win-loss record

The Dallas Cowboys enter the 2026 NFL season with a tough schedule. But it could get harder or easier depending on how these major unknowns break out. The Dallas Cowboys face a challenging 2026 NFL schedule, and their path back to the postseason runs through a gauntlet of opponents surrounded by uncertainty.

Dallas Cowboys News / HITC / June 30

Dallas Police welcome Norway by recreating iconic viral World Cup celebration

The Dallas Police Department gave the Norway national football team a hero’s welcome during the 2026 World Cup. The Norwegian players arrived at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport on Monday ahead of their Round of 32 clash with the Ivory Coast.

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The 'NBA Rookies of the Year' quiz

The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Triple-Double leaders by team' quiz

Greg Ellis News / DallasCowboysCommunity / June 30

Ex-Cowboys Pro Bowler Raises Concern Over Christian Parker’s New Defense

At the Men, Mingle & Mental Health Mixer in Dallas, former Dallas Cowboys Pro Bowler Greg Ellis talked about some of the biggest concerns for the Cowboys’ defense as they enter the 2026 season.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / June 30

Predicting 5 Dallas Cowboys who will play their last season on the team in 2026, ranked by return likelihood

Taking a look at Dallas Cowboys players on a contract year who could be playing their last year in the Silver and Navy in 2026, and ranking them by how likely it is for them to be brought back by the front office.

Dallas Cowboys News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 30

Cowboys’ way-too-early 2027 NFL Draft according to PFF mock draft simulator

While the Dallas Cowboys are trying to sort out their offensive line, they have a young receiver making noise for 2026. However, looking ahead, next year’s college class is loaded.

Dallas Cowboys News / EasySportz / June 30

Norway and Ivory Coast Pack the Stands in Dallas

DALLAS — Another FIFA World Cup crowd delivered another unforgettable atmosphere Tuesday as fans packed AT&T Stadium for the Round of 32 matchup between Norway and Ivory Coast.

Dallas Cowboys News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 30

NFC Notes: Chig Okonkwo, Quinnen Williams, Commanders, Cowboys, Giants

Commanders TE Chig Okonkwo recently appeared on the Command Center podcast and said this offense is designed to give him more opportunities and show what he can do with the ball in his hands.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / June 30

Skill players on both sides most likely to take a leap in 2026

We are indeed back in the downtime of the offseason until the end of this month, when we will go without football until February and with that comes some of these types of blog posts.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / June 30

Why heading into the Cowboys 2026 Training Camp just feels different

Let me be clear before anyone jumps right to the comments and says something about the title of this post. I am not here to say that Dallas is going to

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / June 29

Jerry Jones, Cowboys earn high marks ahead of 2026 season

Jerry Jones isn't usually super active during the offseason. But never say never. He broke the mold this time around. As soon as the NFL offseason kicked in, Jones started making moves for the Dallas Cowboys, and now, it's already paying off.

Cowboys face another contract priority beyond George Pickens

Confidence, work ethic by Cowboys' Ryan Flournoy put George Pickens on notice

NFL executives expand on bold takes about Cowboys after offseason moves

Cowboys' Jaydon Blue seems to know who to blame for disappointing season

The 'Leading rushers from the 2021 NFL season' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / June 29

CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens News Emerges Before 2nd Cowboys Season Together

CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens led the Dallas Cowboys to a high-powered offense during the 2025 NFL season. Although Lamb suffered a high ankle sprain that caused him to miss multiple weeks, the two-time All-Pro wide receiver still finished with 1,077 receiving yards, good enough for 11th in the NFL.

Dallas Cowboys News / Pro Football Rumors / June 29

Cowboys’ Caleb Downs Working At Slot CB

Caleb Downs thrived as a safety during his college career. He was drafted to occupy that role with the Cowboys, but spring practices brought about cross-training as well.

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 29

Updates on NFL holding future games in Scotland, Argentina emerge

Have two countries emerged as front-runners for an expanded NFL international schedule?

Ravens' Mark Andrews shares Lamar Jackson warning for NFL amid offensive changes

Raiders' Kirk Cousins sounds off on grass vs. artificial turf debate

NFL legend urges Caitlin Clark to leave WNBA: 'She is not being treated with any sort of respect'

The 'Last 1K-yard receiver by NFL team' quiz

C.J. Goodwin News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 29

Longtime Cowboys Special Teamer C.J. Goodwin Announced Retirement

Longtime Cowboys special teams ace C.J. Goodwin announced on Sunday via the team website that he is retiring. He played 12 years in the NFL, including the last eight with the Cowboys, carving out a role in the third phase of the game.