Dallas Cowboys: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Dallas Cowboys News / Field Level Media / March 4

Report: Cowboys restructure three contracts, under salary cap

The Dallas Cowboys are in compliance with the 2026 salary cap of $301.2 million following a series of contract restructures, according to multiple reports.

Matt Eberflus News / A to Z Sports / March 4

The Dallas Cowboys just capitalized on one of the few positives from the short-lived Matt Eberflus era

Matt Eberflus catches a lot of flak for how things went for the Dallas Cowboys defense under his watch in 2025. For the most part, deservedly so. But believe it or not, there were some positives from his short-lived tenure in Dallas.

David Montgomery News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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Can you name every active NFL player to tote the rock at least 900 times so far in their career?

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College Football News / Yardbarker

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.

Dallas Cowboys News / Gridiron Heroics / March 4

Dallas Cowboys restructure multiple offensive contracts to clear new salary cap room

The Dallas Cowboys officially restructured the contracts of quarterback Dak Prescott and offensive guard Tyler Smith on Wednesday, creating $47 million in cap room.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / March 4

Cowboys Named Landing Spot for Versatile Safety in NFL Free Agency

The Dallas Cowboys recently opened up enough cap space to enter NFL free agency under the cap. They’re expected to make more moves so they can be active in free agency as Jerry Jones aims to fix the defense.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / March 4

Cowboys Nation will love to hear what is being said on Eagles radio ahead of free agency

In case it wasn't clear with their mediocre play at the position in 2025, their multiple comments about it, nor with their combine formal interviews, the Dallas Cowboys are looking for a linebacker.

Reddy Steward News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 4

Cowboys Tender ERFA CB Reddy Steward

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Cowboys have tendered exclusive rights free agent CB Reddy Steward. Steward, 24, originally signed on with the Bears as an undrafted free agent out of Troy in May.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

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The 'Most passing + rushing TD games' quiz

The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

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Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / March 4

Cowboys Should Target 2x Super Bowl Champ CB As Bargain Free Agent

It is no secret that one of the Dallas Cowboys' biggest goals for the NFL offseason is to improve on the defensive side of the ball, especially when it comes to the league-worst pass defense.

Dallas Cowboys News / Pro Football Rumors / March 4

Cowboys Restructure Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, Tyler Smith’s Contracts

PFR’s Cowboys Offseason Outlook indicated the team exited last week with the league’s worst cap situation. Dallas came into today more than $56MM over the $301.2MM salary ceiling.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / March 4

Cowboys Schedule Private Workout With Sleeper DB Prospect Ahead of NFL Draft

The Dallas Cowboys are preparing to rebuild on defense through NFL free agency and the 2026 NFL draft, with a strong focus on improving the league's worst pass defense.

Alontae Taylor News / Inside The Star / March 4

2026 Free Agent Alontae Taylor Should Interest the Cowboys

If Alontae Taylor hits free agency, I would like the Dallas Cowboys to kick the tires on him. He has the size and style that could fit the new-look defense.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / March 4

Cowboys Predicted To Sign $50M Former NFL Sack Leader in Free Agency

Jerry Jones has promised that the Dallas Cowboys are willing to "bust the budget," as we prepare for the start of NFL free agency in one week. The league's "legal tampering" period starts on Monday, March 9, so we'll get an idea of what players the Cowboys are eager to talk to and negotiate with.

Brandon Aubrey News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / March 4

NFL Insider Urges Teams to Try to Steal Brandon Aubrey From Cowboys

Brandon Aubrey is going to become the highest-paid kicker in the NFL this offseason. The Dallas Cowboys plan on being the team that signs him to such a deal, but ESPN’s Adam Schefter believes opposing teams should be willing to get in on the bidding.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / March 4

Don’t be surprised if these 3 Cowboys are cut this offseason

As we dig deeper into the offseason and closer to the start of free agency and the NFL draft, the Dallas Cowboys will generate $66 million in cap space by restructuring the contracts of quarterback Dak Prescott, wide receiver CeeDee Lamb and guard Tyler Smith.

Dallas Cowboys News / Football Analysis / March 4

NFL Salary Cap Shatters $300M For First Time In 32 Years—Cowboys $58M Over With 9 Days To Comply

The NFL set the 2026 salary cap at $301.2 million — the first time in 32 years it has exceeded $300 million. That’s $22 million more than last year and 40 percent higher than it was five years ago.

Jerry Jones News / Football Analysis / March 4

$120M Gamble Makes Jerry Jones Admit 30-Year Drought Forced Him To Mortgage 5 Years

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones made a big confession at the 2026 NFL Combine: he has to borrow against the team’s future just to stay competitive. It has been 30 years since Dallas last won a Super Bowl, and the 83-year-old admitted he has let fans down.

George Pickens News / Yardbarker / March 4

Have Cowboys already made final George Pickens decision after using franchise tag?

It sounds as though the Cowboys know how they want to handle Pickens' situation heading into the season.

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How realistic is a Maxx Crosby trade for Cowboys?

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

Brandon Aubrey News / Gridiron Heroics / March 4

'Highest-Paid Kicker': Cowboys’ Promising Brandon Aubrey Plan Revealed

The Dallas Cowboys appear poised to secure the future of one of the league’s most reliable specialists. Recent reports suggest the team intends to finalize a contract with kicker Brandon Aubrey that could make him the highest-paid player at his position.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / March 3

Clarity emerges on Dallas Cowboys' top draft target following worrying rumors, but it's still a long shot pick

Dallas Cowboys fans know how badly their favorite team needs a safety. Thus, daydreaming about the Cowboys potentially drafting safety Caleb Downs out of Ohio State is common across the fanbase.

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / March 3

Super Bowl Winning LB Named 'Someone to Watch' For Dallas in NFL Free Agency

The Dallas Cowboys faced another disappointing season in 2025, finishing with a 7-9-1 record and missing the NFL playoffs for the second consecutive year.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / March 3

The Dallas Cowboys may get a draft pick that no one had even considered before

It may be time to make a big adjustment to our expectations of the Dallas Cowboys' 2026 NFL Draft for quite a big reason: They may be set to hold a draft pick we hadn't considered before.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / March 3

The one area where Jerry Jones truly comes up short for the Cowboys

Jones takes a lot of criticism. Some of it is surprisingly unwarranted, but there is one area where is shortcomings are clear.

The Cowboys have had mixed results using the franchise tag

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How realistic is a Maxx Crosby trade for Cowboys?

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

Devin Lloyd News / Inside The Star / March 3

Cowboys Can Make a Statement Signing All-Pro Linebacker Devin Lloyd

The Dallas Cowboys have an opportunity this offseason to more than add depth. They can add All-Pro linebacker Devin Lloyd to make a statement. According to projections from ESPN, Dallas is viewed as a potential landing spot for Jacksonville Jaguars All-Pro linebacker Devin Lloyd.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / March 2