Dallas Cowboys: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

How Does Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s Record-Setting Contract Affect George Pickens’ Negotiations With the Cowboys?

After his Super Bowl run with the Seahawks, a first All-Pro selection, a second Pro Bowl nod, and leading the league in receiving yards, Jaxon Smith-Njigba was made the highest-paid wideout in the league.

Maxx Crosby News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / March 24

Dallas Cowboys' Final Maxx Crosby Trade Offer Revealed By NFL Insider

The Dallas Cowboys entered the 2026 NFL offseason in the hunt for a star pass rusher to pair with Donovan Ezeiruaku, who is coming off an impressive rookie campaign.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

How many of the players responsible for the best receiving season in the history of each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / March 24

Cowboys Named Among 'Best Landing Spots' For 2x National Champ QB

Most of the Dallas Cowboys' early spending in NFL free agency focused on revamping the roster on defense. Dallas added several players who could be Day 1 contributors on defense, but they also made some under-the-radar moves on offense.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza's big issue among latest intel

Alabama QB Ty Simpson appears to be tumbling down draft boards

Steelers-Seahawks trade proposal lands Pittsburgh a second first-round pick

2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / March 24

George Pickens situation has changed again after Jaxon Smith-Njigba deal

Are the Cowboys in for yet another drawn out contract dispute with a key player?

CeeDee Lamb has a hilarious take on the Cowboys' bad defense

Five under-the-radar NFC free-agent additions

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

NFL News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / March 24

New Cowboys Mock Draft Has Team Make Shocking Trade Into Top 3

With Pro Days taking place across the country, draft season is in full effect. The Dallas Cowboys are currently showing plenty of interest in fixing their defense, even bringing a full contingent to Miami to check out Reuben Bain Jr., Akheem Mesidor, and the rest of the Hurricanes' defense.

Robert Jones News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / March 24

Cowboys Lose Additional O-Line Depth to NFC Rival in Free Agency

For the second time in three days, the Dallas Cowboys have lost a reserve offensive lineman to NFL free agency. The latest departure is veteran guard Robert Jones, who signed with a longtime NFC rival.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 23

49ers To Sign OL Robert Jones

Robert Jones‘ comeback season will take place in San Francisco. The veteran offensive lineman is signing with the 49ers, per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / March 23

Cowboys To Host Double-Digit Sack Artist For Top 30 Visit Ahead of NFL Draft

The Dallas Cowboys have made it their mission to improve the team's putrid defense in 2026. Dallas began its rebuild with the hiring of new defensive coordinator Christian Parker, who will be bringing a multi-front scheme to Big D.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / March 23

Dallas Cowboys Re-Sign Veteran CB For Added Depth in Free Agency

The Dallas Cowboys have been busy adding to their roster this offseason as the 2026 NFL Draft approaches. Dallas has retooled its defense with some new names but the Cowboys are now retaining a familiar face to help address the depth this offseason.

Corey Ballentine News / Pro Football Rumors / March 23

Cowboys Re-Sign CB Corey Ballentine

Corey Ballentine is sticking in Dallas. According to Aaron Wilson of KPRC2 in Houston, the veteran cornerback is re-signing with the Cowboys. Ballentine had a busy start to his 2025 campaign.

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Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / March 23

Notorious Analyst Says George Pickens, Cowboys Headed For 'Turmoil' After JSN Contract

George Pickens had a breakout season with the Dallas Cowboys in 2025. After being traded to Dallas by the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pickens racked up 93 receptions for 1,429 yards and nine touchdowns.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 23

49ers Meet With G Robert Jones

A 30-game starter in Miami, Robert Jones joined the Cowboys in free agency last year. But the former UDFA offensive lineman suffered a season-nullifying injury, hitting free agency on a low note a year later.

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / March 23

Jerry Jones, Cowboys Dealt Unfortunate News on Monday

Jerry Jones watched on as the Dallas Cowboys struggled for a second-straight NFL season in 2025. After beginning the year with a 6-5-1 record, the Cowboys lost four of their last five games, ending with a 7-9-1 record.

Corey Ballentine News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 23

Cowboys Re-Sign DB Corey Ballentine

The Dallas Cowboys have re-signed DB Corey Ballentine, per the NFL’s Official Transaction Wire. Ballentine, 29, is a former sixth-round pick of the Giants back in 2019.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / March 23

The Dallas Cowboys got a bittersweet update that could change their 2026 NFL Draft approach

Not that long ago, I labeled cornerback Mansoor Delane out of LSU the likeliest pick for the Dallas Cowboys ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. That is changing for one big reason: Delane may not be on the board when the Cowboys go on the clock at No.

Dallas Cowboys News / Gridiron Heroics / March 23

Dallas Cowboys face $35 million George Pickens decision in wake of Jaxon Smith-Njigba contract news

The Dallas Cowboys already have one of the highest-paid wide receivers in the NFL. CeeDee Lamb is playing on a four-year contract that pays him $34 million a year.

Jerry Jones News / NHANFL / March 23

Dallas Cowboys 2026 Free Agency: Grading Jerry Jones’ Desperate Defensive Overhaul

FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys 2026 free agency window opened with a roar, not a whisper. Coming off a disastrous 7-9-1 campaign where the defense bled a league-worst 30.1 points per game, Jerry Jones pulled the ripcord.

Dallas Cowboys News / NFL Analysis Network / March 23

Why the Dallas Cowboys still have major roster questions late in free agency

The Dallas Cowboys are deep into the 2026 offseason, and several key areas of the roster remain unresolved. Free agency has moved past its early phase, yet the team continues to be linked with veteran options rather than clear long-term solutions.

Jalen Thompson News / A to Z Sports / March 23

Jalen Thompson inadvertently explains why the Dallas Cowboys were willing to break their own rules to sign him

Two things we know about the Dallas Cowboys: They don't like to spend a lot in free agency, let alone on a single player. For years, they didn't view safety as a priority.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / March 23

CeeDee Lamb has a hilarious take on the Cowboys' bad defense

Lamb addressed the Cowboys' struggling defense.

Jerry Jones, Cowboys make unfortunate decision after George Pickens news

The '100-scrimmage-yard games since 2023' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / March 24

Cowboys Linked to 2 Linebackers: Who is the Best Fit?

The Cowboys need linebacker help and two names keep coming up in the trade rumor mill. I like Azeez Al-Shaair, he brings energy, an edge, and he feels like the kind of defender fans would get behind in a hurry, but when I think about what the Cowboys really need in the middle of the defense, Jordyn Brooks feels like the better fit.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / March 22

Grading 5 Trades from the Dallas Cowboys in 2025

There’s no denying that 2025 was a much more active year in the trade market than we’re used to when it comes to the Dallas Cowboys. In the offseason, draft, preseason, and regular season, Dallas’s front office continuously swung on moves that tried to fix a roster that needed quite a bit of fixing.

Dak Prescott News / Inside The Star / March 22

Dak Prescott Isn’t Why the Cowboys Haven’t Won It All

Over the years, every time the Cowboys have fallen short, I already know where the conversation is going. Dak Prescott. Is this the easy answer for many?