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Why is Dallas Cowboys legend Emmitt Smith is supporting Kansas City Chiefs

Emmitt Smith has explained why he is supporting the Kansas City Chiefs now that his son, EJ Smith, is with the team. The Dallas Cowboys legend spent 13 seasons in Dallas and won three Super Bowls, so seeing him back Kansas City was always going to feel strange to some Cowboys fans.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / May 21

Dallas Cowboys undrafted rookie named ‘sleeper’ to watch, and here’s why OTAs are actually a huge deal for him

The Dallas Cowboys’ undrafted tight end is drawing national attention ahead of OTAs. And they happen to be a more important date for him than almost anyone else on the roster.

Tyler Guyton News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 21

Tyler Guyton Slated To Get Another Shot As Cowboys LT But Leash Should Be Short

Arguably the biggest unknown on the offensive side of the ball for the Dallas Cowboys ahead of the 2026 campaign is what the team will do at left tackle.

Breece Hall News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz

How many of the active NFL players who have rushed for 1,000 or more yards in a season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz

The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'NFL franchise rushing-TD leaders' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 21

Cowboys' Malachi Lawrence Could Skip Learning Curve In Christian Parker's Defense

The Dallas Cowboys entered the 2026 NFL Draft with two first-round picks, and there was plenty of speculation about whether the team would package its picks to move up for an elite defensive prospect.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

Alvin Kamara News / Inside The Star / May 21

Cowboys Must Be Careful with Chubb & Kamara Rumors

The Dallas Cowboys running back rumors are starting to heat up, and I understand why. Alvin Kamara and Nick Chubb are in the Cowboys rumor mill. Nick Chubb is easy to connect to Dallas because of the Brian Schottenheimer angle.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 21

3 Dallas Cowboys UDFAs Who Could Steal a Spot on 53-Man Roster

OTAs will begin for the Dallas Cowboys on June 1 and will run through June 11. Mandatory minicamp will begin shortly after that, with the team working out from June 16-20.

Josh Downs News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 21

Caleb Downs' Cowboys Jersey Number Revelation Leaves Brother Laughing

The Dallas Cowboys made a splash in the 2026 NFL draft by trading up to land Ohio State Buckeyes superstar Caleb Downs. Downs is a game-changer for the team's defense and gives new defensive coordinator Christian Parker the perfect chess piece for his secondary.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / May 21

Cowboys are gambling with health issues on defense

With the offseason in full swing, we have plenty of downtime to take a unique look at some things about the Dallas Cowboys. One of them got me thinking.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 21

Dallas Cowboys Players Can Now Live Vicariously Through FIFA World Cup

A point of contention for Dallas Cowboys players, and really any NFL players who have had to take the field at AT&T Stadium for an early-evening game over the years, has been the Sun.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft

Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs

Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft

2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

NFL News / The Spun / May 20

Jerry World Commits To Sun Blocking For 2026 World Cup

Jerry World is doing for the 2026 World Cup what it will not do for Dallas Cowboys football games. AT&T Stadium, which will be known as Dallas Stadium during the 2026 World Cup due to FIFA's marketing rules, is committing to blocking out the sun for the world competition soccer matches.

Dallas Cowboys News / 5 GOATs / May 20

Jerry Jones: George Pickens will ‘answer all those questions’ after signing franchise tag

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones believes that wide receiver George Pickens will benefit from signing the franchise tag. While speaking with Jori Epstein of Yahoo Sports, Jones explained why it’s a good thing for Pickens to sign the one-year deal.

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The '35-5-5 Conference Finals games' quiz

The 'NBA MVPs' quiz

The 'NBA steals-per-game leaders' quiz

The 'No. 2-scorers by NBA champion' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / May 20

Defensive expert sets the record straight about new Dallas Cowboys defense and first-round pick Malachi Lawrence’s fit in it

The Dallas Cowboys’ new defense will value versatility at edge rusher. But don’t let that confuse you into thinking Malachi Lawrence isn’t an immediate fit it.

Dak Prescott News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 20

Cowboys Adding Dak Prescott's Successor in 2026 Supplemental Draft Can't Be Ruled Out

The Dallas Cowboys have a locked-in starting quarterback for the foreseeable future with Dak Prescott, but one analyst thinks it's at least possible the team finds his successor as soon as 2026, and through an unconventional method.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 20

Cowboys Rookie Devin Moore Named Potential NFL Draft Steal

In need of help at the cornerback position, the Dallas Cowboys were linked to some of the best prospects in the 2026 NFL draft, including Mansoor Delane, Chris Johnson, and Colton Hood.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 20

Cowboys' Powerful Brand Will No Longer Protect Dallas From International Games

The Dallas Cowboys have mostly avoided playing international games since they became a yearly occurrence in 2007. Perhaps Dallas was just lucky, but the power that is Dallas' brand might have played a role in that.

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 20

Lamb claps back at Harbaugh's uncalled-for shot at Cowboys

CeeDee Lamb claps back at John Harbaugh's uncalled-for shot at Cowboys

The Cowboys and Giants will meet for the season opener.

Cowboys' CeeDee Lamb on verge of impressive feat entering opener vs. Giants

Giants HC John Harbaugh sends warning to Cowboys ahead of Week 1 showdown

Three ways John Harbaugh is already turning the Giants around

The 'NFL yearly receptions leaders' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 20

Cowboys Starting Lineup Projection From PFF Misses Mark at Multiple Positions

Pro Football Focus has projected what the Dallas Cowboys' starting lineup will be on both sides of the ball for 2026 and it contains projections we would consider questionable, at best.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / May 20

Former Dallas Cowboys $80 million player isn’t hiding how he feels about getting his chance at revenge in 2026

The Dallas Cowboys have no shortage of “revenge games” on their 2026 season, but few are as excited about getting a chance at payback as a standout defender whose exit felt particularly unfair.

Marist Liufau News / Inside The Star / May 20

All of a sudden, Marist Liufau feels like the odd man out

After the season ended last season, I was one of the first to think Marist Liufau would be the guy that needed to take the next step, and now after the hiring of Christian Parker and a position change, he now feels like he is the odd man out.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / May 20

Jerry Jones has wild comparison for brutal part of Cowboys' 2026 schedule

Jones made it clear he won't want to hear any excuses about the fact that his team will not receive additional rest on either end of the Rio game.

Jerry Jones makes feelings on Cowboys' controversial George Pickens decision clear

Emmitt Smith has strong reaction to Cowboys' controversial George Pickens decision

Giants HC John Harbaugh sends warning to Cowboys ahead of Week 1 showdown

The 'Most NFL 300-yard-passing games' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / May 21

Jerry Jones doubles down on controversial George Pickens idea

Jerry Jones makes feelings on Cowboys' controversial George Pickens decision clear

The Dallas Cowboys have made it clear that wide receiver George Pickens will not receive a multiyear contract extension this offseason after Pickens signed

Emmitt Smith has strong reaction to Cowboys' controversial Pickens decision

Eagles' DeVonta Smith has had strong reaction to A.J. Brown trade rumors

Chiefs should entertain trading for Brown after Rashee Rice's jail stint

Has relationship between Brandon Aiyuk and 49ers become personal?

Ravens' Derrick Henry shares crucial injury update after health scare

Keon Coleman realistic about his career after Terry Pegula controversy