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'This team will make us brothers'- Cowboys rookie delivers optimistic speech following win over Cardinals

It has already been a historic journey for the Dallas Cowboys rookie. His second NFL preseason game gave him another moment he will not soon forget after the Cowboys’ 34-13 win over the Arizona Cardinals on August 22.

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Former Cowboys LB Jaylon Smith gets high school football job

According to Gracie Sherrow of Wane 15, Monday afternoon brought two massive changes to North Side High School.

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Joe Milton III News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / August 24

Dallas Cowboys Should Trade QB Joe Milton III Before It's Too Late

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Joe Milton III is coming off of his best performances as an NFL player, even it was only a preseason game. Milton shined in Dallas' 34-13 win over the Arizona Cardinals on Saturday, finishing 9 of 13 passing for 179 yards, two touchdowns and no picks along with one rushing score.

Dak Prescott News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 24

Dallas Cowboys Star Dak Prescott Ranked No. 7 Among NFL Quarterbacks Entering 2026

In FOX Sports’ latest consensus NFL quarterback rankings, Dallas Cowboys star Dak Prescott landed at No. 7. Prescott is one spot ahead of Jordan Love of the Green Bay Packers and one spot behind Drake Maye of the New England Patriots.

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The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks who led the NFL in passing yards since the AFL-NFL merger can you name in five minutes?

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 24

Dallas Cowboys’ Dak Prescott Details Next Step For George Pickens After Standout Camp

OXNARD, Calif. — Any lingering concerns about wide receiver George Pickens bringing contract frustration into the upcoming Dallas Cowboys season were soundly put to rest after Pickens had a strong training camp and quarterback Dak Prescott wasn’t the least bit surprised.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / August 24

Cowboys urged to cut ties with once-promising edge-rusher Sam Williams

Don't be surprised if you see him in another team's jersey soon.

Cowboys HC Brian Schottenheimer hasn't determined winner of QB2 battle, but answer looks clear

Jerry Jones, Cowboys praised for two key offseason moves

Cowboys' Dak Prescott shares massive George Pickens update after franchise-tag drama

The 'NFL sack leaders by season' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 24

Brian Schottenheimer Says Drew Shelton, Nate Thomas Still Learning Tackle Fundamentals

FRISCO, Texas — Drew Shelton started at left tackle and Nate Thomas started at right tackle at Arizona. Dallas Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said Monday at The Star that both are still learning technical parts of the position.

Drew Shelton News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / August 24

Dallas Cowboys Rookie Drew Shelton Shows He Isn't Ready For Increased Role in OL

When the Dallas Cowboys drafted offensive tackle Drew Shelton in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft, the hope was that he could seize the swing tackle role in Year 1.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / August 24

Dallas Cowboys head coach drops major roster hint that likely eliminates 2 roster hopefuls before the preseason finale

The Dallas Cowboys head coach, Brian Schottenheimer, just hinted at a specialt teams roster lock. Which in turn puts two other players in a tough position.

Brian Schottenheimer News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 24

Brian Schottenheimer Says Special Teams Will Decide Final Dallas Cowboys Roster Spots

FRISCO, Texas — Special teams decides roster spots 45 through 53 in Dallas, Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said Monday at The Star. Schottenheimer played quarterback and was not usually put on special teams.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 24

NFC Notes: Odell Beckham Jr., Von Miller, Nick Sirianni, Cowboys, Eagles, Giants

Cowboys pass rusher Von Miller told reporters he “can still roll out of bed” and get eight sacks, but hopes his impact will matter for Dallas and its quest for another Super Bowl win.

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Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 24

Brian Schottenheimer On Von Miller Signing: ‘He’s Old, But, Man, That’s A Lot Of Sacks’

FRISCO, Texas — Von Miller is 37 and had not taken a snap since Washington’s season finale on Jan. 4. What registered when the Dallas Cowboys went back through last season was the sack production, coach Brian Schottenheimer said Monday at The Star.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 24

Brian Schottenheimer Says Jaishawn Barham ‘Ran Out Of Steam’ In Dallas Cowboys Debut

FRISCO, Texas — Jaishawn Barham ran out of steam at points in his preseason debut and was hurting from a conditioning standpoint, Dallas Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said Monday at The Star.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 24

Dallas Cowboys To Sign TE Mitch Van Vooren, Place Kelvin Gilliam Jr. On IR

DALLAS — The Dallas Cowboys will sign tight end Mitch Van Vooren and place defensive tackle Kelvin Gilliam Jr. on injured reserve. Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer had addressed the tight end position hours earlier at The Star.

Dallas Cowboys News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 24

Cowboys’ 53-man roster prediction for 2026 NFL season

Tough decisions are awaiting the Dallas Cowboys. But at least they have a rookie making things easier. Add it all up, and here is the 53-man Cowboys’ roster prediction for the 2026 NFL season.

Dallas Cowboys News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 24

Cowboys Sign TE Mitchell Van Vooren

The Dallas Cowboys announced they have signed TE Mitchell Van Vooren to a contract. The Cowboys waived DT Kelvin Gilliam with an injury designation in a corresponding move.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / August 24

Cowboys HC hasn't picked who will be QB2, but answer looks clear

Cowboys HC Brian Schottenheimer hasn't determined winner of QB2 battle, but answer looks clear

Joe Milton III has shined in preseason, but Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer isn't handing him the backup quarterback job yet. This offseason,

Dak Prescott expands on why he's confident Cowboys can end their Super Bowl drought

'He needs to be better': Cowboys RT Terence Steele could be on hot seat after Brian Schottenheimer comments

Analyst makes case for Cowboys to trade Marist Liufau

Three backup quarterbacks who could start for new teams in 2027

The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 24

Three backup quarterbacks who could start for new teams in 2027

Some NFL backups are waiting for an injury to create an opportunity. These three quarterbacks could use the 2026 season to convince a different team to hand them a starting job next year.

Cowboys haven't determined winner of QB2 battle, but answer looks clear

Mike McCarthy disputes Steelers' QB decision after preseason disaster

Insider insists Raiders 'want' to make this starting QB decision

Former player shares J.J. McCarthy take amid Carson Wentz whispers

Saints' Tyler Shough reveals goal ahead of second NFL season

Titans' Cam Ward addresses latest lackluster preseason performance

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 24

Odell Beckham Jr., other NFC East players who need to impress before cutdown day

All 32 teams are set to cut their 90-man training camp rosters down to 53 players by Sunday at 6 p.m.

Cowboys urged to cut ties with once-promising edge-rusher Sam Williams

Giants co-owner Chris Mara comments on major Jaxson Dart concern

Cowboys HC Brian Schottenheimer hasn't determined winner of QB2 battle, but answer looks clear

Three backup quarterbacks who could start for new teams in 2027

The 'Most TD-catches in a season by team' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Pro Football Rumors / August 24

Cowboys Undecided On Backup QB

Joe Milton has fared well during preseason action so far, but he is not yet assured of the Cowboys’ backup quarterback spot. Sam Howell is still in contention for the gig at this time.

Jaishawn Barham News / A to Z Sports / August 24

Can Jaishawn Barham start? It’s the only question that matters now for rising Dallas Cowboys rookie

The Dallas Cowboys defense expected Caleb Downs to change the unit. They might get something similar from third-round rookie Jaishawn Barham. The Dallas Cowboys expected rookie safety Caleb Downs to transform their defense in 2026.

Kenneth Murray News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 24

Dolphins Working Out LBs Kenneth Murray & Jaheim Thomas

Aaron Wilson of KPRC reports the Dolphins are hosting LBs Kenneth Murray and Jaheim Thomas for workouts on Monday. Murray, 27, was a three-year starter at Oklahoma and earned second-team All-American honors before the Chargers traded up with the Patriots to select him with the No.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 23

Cardinals’ defensive collapse makes QB gamble even harder to defend

Cardinals’ ugly defensive collapse makes quarterback gamble even harder to defend

The Arizona Cardinals entered the offseason knowing their decision to move on from Kyler Murray would place enormous pressure on the rest of the roster. Saturday’s 34-13 preseason loss to the Dallas Cowboys showed why that quarterback gamble could unravel quickly.

Cardinals Activate CB Garrett Williams

Cardinals' Jeremiyah Love already under pressure to deliver

The 'Active 300-yard NFL passers' quiz

Jerry Jones News / Yardbarker / August 21

Jerry Jones, Cowboys praised for two key offseason moves

Jerry Jones recently got props for something he did for the Dallas Cowboys. It hasn't happened as much over the past few years, but this past offseason, Jones really put his money where his mouth was, as they say, and made changes that are expected to enhance this lineup.

Dak Prescott expands on why he's confident Cowboys can end their Super Bowl drought

Cowboys' Dak Prescott shares massive George Pickens update after franchise-tag drama

'He needs to be better': Cowboys RT Terence Steele could be on hot seat after Brian Schottenheimer comments

Analyst makes case for Cowboys to trade Marist Liufau

The 'Leading rushers from the 2021 NFL season' quiz