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New candidates emerge for Cowboys defensive coordinator, including a former head coach and someone already on the team

The Dallas Cowboys' defensive coordinator search is heating up. Just when a favorite appeared to be emerging, we learned there are three more names in the mix.

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Cowboys handed brutal season evaluation after Jerry Jones effectively punts on 2025

There are only a handful of teams still alive in each conference as the Wild Card round of the NFL playoffs are wrapping up. For the Dallas Cowboys, however, they’re well into their second week of the offseason after going 7-9-1 and missing the postseason.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / January 12

Dallas Cowboys insider believes team has made up its mind on future defensive coordinator, but there's a long way to go

The Dallas Cowboys have interviewed three defensive coordinator candidates, and more coaches may be in line for interviews this week. But one insider believes head coach Brian Schottenheimer and his team have already chosen their guy.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 12

Insider believes Cowboys have 'their guy' in defensive coordinator search

The Dallas Cowboys' search for a new defensive coordinator might end as soon as one team ends its run in the NFL playoffs. There were reports that they had an early favorite in Jim Leonhard, who is currently employed as an assistant head coach and defensive pass game coordinator for the Denver Broncos.

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The 'Active 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz

Currently, 38 active NFL players have had multiple seasons with 1,000 or more receiving yards. How many can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most receiving yards in an NFL game by franchise' quiz

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

Maxx Crosby News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 12

Cowboys urged to ignore Maxx Crosby, pursue former NFL sack leader in free agency

The Dallas Cowboys were determined to make a move at the NFL trade deadline this year, which they did. They ended up bringing in Quinnen Williams from the New York Jets, but they were rumored to have been interested in Maxx Crosby of the Las Vegas Raiders.

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The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 12

List of Cowboys' No. 12 overall NFL Draft picks has strong history

The Dallas Cowboys officially learned when they will be on the clock in the 2026 NFL draft, with two top-20 picks set for the spring barring any trades during the NFL offseason.

NFL News / Inside The Star / January 12

The Cowboys Are In A Familiar Draft Spot—History Says That Matters

The Cowboys hold picks 12 and 20 in the 2026 NFL Draft, and their track record in this exact range tells a story fans shouldn’t ignore. I’ve watched enough Cowboys drafts to know when something feels different, and this one does.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 12

Dallas Cowboys' run defense gets major boost in new 2026 NFL mock draft

The Dallas Cowboys will be looking for major improvements on the defensive side of the ball during the NFL offseason, with a new defensive coordinator set to be hired in the coming weeks.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 12

NFL insider floats drastic Cowboys front office move involving team legend

The Dallas Cowboys will be making several changes during the NFL offseason as the team aims to bounce back from a disappointing 2025-26 campaign. It all starts with a change at defensive coordinator after firing Matt Eberflus.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / January 12

Coaching staff earns a split-decision in Dallas’ 2025 review

While the players clearly didn’t get the job done on the field in the 2025 season, some members of the team’s coaching staff earned a share of blame for the 7-9-1 record the Dallas Cowboys finished with.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 12

Which Cowboys free agents are worth keeping & which should walk

The 2025 season ended in disappointment for the Dallas Cowboys, who finished outside of the NFL playoffs with a record of 7-9-1. Despite the frustrating finish, there are reasons for optimism in the future.

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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.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 12

Cowboys stand alone in NFL history with embarrassing Wild Card Weekend stat

The Dallas Cowboys were watching the start of the NFL Playoffs from home for the second consecutive year, but they still managed to find a way to make Wild Card Weekend history.

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / January 12

How much are the Dallas Cowboys Worth?

The Dallas Cowboys have been dubbed "America's Team," and during the 1990s, they helped lead the charge the NFL made in its popularity. The Cowboys won three Super Bowls in the decade as quarterback Troy Aikman, running back Emmitt Smith and wide receiver Michael Irvin became household names.

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NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 11

Cowboys’ 3-round 2026 NFL Draft according to PFF mock draft simulator after Packers’ playoff loss

A rare opportunity has arrived at the perfect time for the Dallas Cowboys. For all the frustration surrounding them, the 2026 NFL Draft represents something they haven’t had in years: leverage.

Trevon Diggs News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 11

Former Cowboys star roasted after lone embarrassing playoff snap

Trevon Diggs and the Dallas Cowboys saw their relationship sour over the past two seasons. The front office had complaints about his rehab from his back-to-back season-ending surgeries, and Diggs seemed unhappy following the departure of defensive backs coach Al Harris and teammate Micah Parsons.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 11

Cowboys plan more defensive coordinator interviews for Week 2 of search

The Dallas Cowboys' search for a new defensive coordinator is in full swing, with three interviews conducted over the past few days. Dallas has interviewed Minnesota Vikings defensive pass game coordinator Daronte Jones, Cleveland Browns safeties coach Ephraim Banda, and Denver Broncos defensive pass game coordinator Jim Leonhard.