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The Dallas Cowboys had holes throughout their defense in 2025, and with two picks in the first round of the 2026 NFL draft, they're expected to target impact players on that side of the ball.

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Mike McCarthy Accomplishes Feat No Former Cowboys Head Coach has Since Jimmy Johnson

On Saturday, former Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy was hired by the Pittsburgh Steelers as their new head coach. McCarthy replaces Mike Tomlin, who held the job for 19 years and never had a losing record.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 24

Dallas Cowboys Interested in Adding Another Eagles Assistant to Staff

The Dallas Cowboys have already made one massive change to their coaching staff this offseason. Shortly after the conclusion of the 2025-26 campaign, the Cowboys chose to fire first-year defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 24

New Cowboys Mock Draft Lands Hybrid Linebacker, Sticky Cornerback

The Dallas Cowboys have their defensive coordinator, Christian Parker, who was recently with the Philadelphia Eagles. Parker is now focused on filling out the rest of his coaching staff, but before long, the attention will turn to the roster.

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The 'NFL tight end receiving leaders' quiz

How many of the tight ends to eclipse the 5,000-receiving-yard milestone in their NFL career can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most 10 rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Last three-passing-TD playoff game' quiz

The 'NFL playoff rushing-TD record' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 24

Dallas Cowboys coaching staff could reshuffle after major news

After interviewing multiple candidates for the defensive coordinator position, the Dallas Cowboys found their man in former Philadelphia Eagles defensive passing game coordinator Christian Parker.

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The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history

The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / January 24

Hiring Christian Parker is in line with the practices of other successful teams

The Dallas Cowboys did not have the season that anyone expected, and they missed the playoffs despite having a relatively healthy roster. It is the first season since QB Dak Prescott was drafted that ended in a losing record without the quarterback suffering an injury that caused him to miss games.

George Pickens News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 24

Analyst Names Surprise Team as Best Landing Spot for Cowboys Star Free Agent

In need of help at wide receiver, the Dallas Cowboys brought in George Pickens in a trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Pickens joined Dallas with a few question marks, mainly due to character concerns.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 24

Cowboys Named Best Landing Spot for Former 1,000-Yard RB in NFL Free Agency

In their first season with Brian Schottenheimer as head coach and Klayton Adams as offensive coordinator, the Dallas Cowboys had an impressive rushing attack.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / January 24

Dallas Cowboys make a decision that foreshadows big-name coaching departure

Only a couple of days into the job, Dallas Cowboysdefensive coordinator Christian Parker is already taking the first steps toward building his first staff as a coordinator.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / January 24

Christian Parker’s 2025 Lessons in Philly Can Fix Dallas

New Dallas Cowboys defensive Coordinator Christian Parker brings a fresh new look to the Cowboys defense. Something retread Matt Eberflus did not, even though the optimism was high before the season started.

Javonte Williams News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 24

Cowboys 2025 Breakout Star Predicted To Leave For Division Rival

The Dallas Cowboys had a couple of surprising playmakers emerge on the offensive side of the ball during the 2025-26 NFL season, including running back Javonte Williams and wide receiver Ryan Flournoy.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Jerry Jones News / Total Pro Sports / January 24

College Hockey Program Appears To Have The Perfect Answer To One Of Jerry Jones & The Dallas Cowboys’ Biggest Problems

The Dallas Cowboys have been under criticism due to a big issue that can affect the players and fans’ experiences. The Cowboys posted a 7-9-1 record in 2025, which marked the end of Matt Eberflus’ tenure as the defensive coordinator.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / January 24

Cowboys’ special teams need one thing: To be left alone

If there is one room in the building that needs a Do Not Disturb sign on its door, it is the special teams unit for the Dallas Cowboys. Especially when it comes to the kicking game.

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The 'NFL undrafted receiving leaders' quiz

The 'NFL tight end receiving leaders' quiz

The 'Last 100-catch season by team' quiz

The '2025 NFL first-team All-Pro' quiz

Tyler Allgeier News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 24

Cowboys urged to bolster backfield with Tyler Allgeier in free agency

Despite missing the playoffs for the second straight season, the Dallas Cowboys boasted one of the league’s best offenses in 2025. Dallas let Rico Dowdle walk in free agency last offseason and replaced him with Javonte Williams.

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / January 23

Dallas Cowboys Development Emerges After Coaching Move

The Dallas Cowboys made waves on Thursday after news broke on their defensive coordinator move. The team recently fired Mike Eberflus after just one season as DC.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 23

Cowboys Predicted to Land 4-Time Pro Bowl Pass-Rusher in NFL Free Agency

It's not really a secret that defensive miscues plagued the Dallas Cowboys throughout the 2025-26 NFL season and were the main reason the franchise didn't return to the postseason for the second consecutive year.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 23

Current State of Dallas Cowboys Summed Up With One-Sentence Description

2025 was a season to forget for the Dallas Cowboys. They went 7-9-1 under first-year head coach Brian Schottenheimer. The former offensive coordinator had the offense on track, with Dak Prescott leading them to 471 points on the season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 23

Has Keon Coleman requested a trade after Terry Pegula's comments?

Has Bills' Keon Coleman requested a trade after controversial Terry Pegula comments?

Buffalo Bills owner Terry Pegula stunned members of the NFL community during a Wednesday news conference when he blamed recently fired head coach Sean McDermott and McDermott's staff for Buffalo making wide receiver and possible bust Keon Coleman the No.

Could Bills QB Josh Allen want Philip Rivers as his next head coach?

Josh Allen reportedly remains confident in Bills front office, but should he be?

Reports detail how involved Josh Allen will be in Bills' search for new head coach

The 25 best NFL head coaches who never won a Super Bowl

The 'Passing + Rushing TD playoff games' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 23

Which Cowboys' Players Will Benefit Most From Christian Parker?

Throughout their search for a new defensive coordinator, the Dallas Cowboys focused heavily on candidates who had experience coaching defensive backs. That was the case with their eventual hire, Christian Parker, who was a defensive backs coach with the Denver Broncos and a defensive pass game coordinator with the Philadelphia Eagles.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 23

What Defensive Scheme Will Cowboys Run Under New DC Christian Parker?

It was tough to watch the Dallas Cowboys play defense in 2025. Throughout the season, players seemed uncomfortable and confused, leading to a disastrous season.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / January 23

New Cowboys DC Christian Parker can help Dallas sabotage the Eagles by targeting these 4 free agents

The Dallas Cowboys got their defensive coordinator in Christian Parker. Now it's time to get him the players. Last year, personnel was as big of an issue as coaching was, so Jerry Jones and Co.

George Pickens News / Gridiron Heroics / January 23

AFC Coach’s Comment on George Pickens Situation Is Concerning for Cowboys

An anonymous AFC coach’s warning about George Pickens has introduced fresh unease into what had been a feel‑good chapter for the Dallas Cowboys. The veteran coach suggested Pickens may balk at a franchise tag, and that possibility has prompted talk of a drawn‑out offseason standoff that could leave the Cowboys scrambling.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 23

Dallas Cowboys get big win by stealing coach from Philadelphia Eagles

The Dallas Cowboys have found their new defensive coordinator, and they've stolen him from one of their biggest rivals.

Cooper DeJean reacts to Cowboys hiring Christian Parker

NFL coach openings tiers: How do available HC, OC and DC jobs stack up?

The most significant worst-to-first NFL teams

Dallas Cowboys News / Larry Brown Sports / January 22

Cowboys have chosen a new defensive coordinator

The Dallas Cowboys only had Matt Eberflus as their defensive coordinator for one season. After a flurry of interviews, the Cowboys are working to finalize a deal with their new DC, Philadelphia Eagles passing game coordinator Christian Parker, according to Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero of NFL Network.