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Stephen Jones optimistic about Cowboys' defensive coordinator search process

The Dallas Cowboys' search for a new defensive coordinator is in full swing, with nine candidates in the mix to kickstart the process. More names could come with a second wave of interviews, but Cowboys EVP Stephen Jones recently shared the latest on the team's approach.

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Cowboys Share Update Ahead of NFL Offseason Decision

The Dallas Cowboys parted ways with now former defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus on Jan. 6, just two days after their final game of the season. The Cowboys lost to the New York Giants in their season finale, 34-17, marking their fourth defeat in the final five games of the campaign.

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What defensive scheme makes most sense for Cowboys right now?

After one frustrating season with Matt Eberflus running the defense, the Dallas Cowboys are looking for a new defensive coordinator. They've cast a wide net, looking at coaches who run all sorts of schemes.

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Dallas Cowboys assistant gets defensive coordinator test run at Shrine Bowl

The Dallas Cowboys will have a large presence at the 2026 East-West Shrine Bowl later this month, as NFL draft season kicks into full swing with the first college football all-star game featuring a group of 2026 prospects.

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The 'Most passes thrown by NFL season' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to lead the league in passes attempted for each season since the AFL/NFL merger can you name in six minutes?

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Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / January 15

Cowboys coaches will be pitted against each other in a way that could give Dallas a big advantage

A couple of Dallas Cowboys coaches will be facing each other in a football game when they take over for different sides of the East-West Shrine Bowl, which is set to be played on Jan.

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Who had the most sacks in a season during the NFL's pre-modern era?

Thanks to pro-football-reference.com's addition of unofficial sack totals to players' resumes, more clarity has emerged about the best pass-rushing years from previous eras.

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Cowboys could reset kicker market as Brandon Aubrey nears extension talks

Already in offseason mode, the Dallas Cowboys have a lot of decisions to make with pending free agents. Much of the attention has been focused on unrestricted free agents such as George Pickens, Javonte Williams, and Jadeveon Clowney.

Dallas Cowboys News / Pro Football Rumors / January 15

Cowboys To Interview Christian Parker, Charlie Bullen, DeMarcus Covington For DC Job

The Cowboys’ search for a new defensive coordinator continues to expand. Dallas will interview Eagles pass game coordinator Christian Parker and Giants interim defensive coordinator Charlie Bullen on Thursday, with Packers run game coordinator DeMarcus Covington scheduled for Friday, according to ESPN’s Todd Archer.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 15

Dallas Cowboys rank higher than expected on NFL misery index

After going 7-9-1 in the first season under head coach Brian Schottenheimer, the tone around the Dallas Cowboys felt rather bleak. After they decided to move on from defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus, there's been a slight rise of cautious hope among the fan base.

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Cowboys taking rare approach in DC search, could make franchise history

The Dallas Cowboys are casting a wide net in the team's search for a new defensive coordinator, and they're exploring some unconventional candidates considering the franchise's past.

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Dallas Cowboys can do 'whatever they want to do' in NFL free agency

Following a frustrating campaign, the Dallas Cowboys know they have a lot of work to do to contend in the NFC East next year. The first step is to find a new defensive coordinator, a process that's currently underway.

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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.

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'Dominant' Cowboys defender named most improved in NFL at position

The Dallas Cowboys missed the playoffs for the second consecutive year, but there were some bright spots throughout the season that show promise for the future.

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Dallas Cowboys' Jake Ferguson named finalist for prestigious NFL award

Dallas Cowboys star tight end Jake Ferguson has been named one of three finalists for the NFL Salute to Service Award. Ferguson joins San Francisco 49ers star running back Christian McCaffery and Aaron Jones of the Minnesota Vikings.

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Recent coaching intel could eliminate one name from the Cowboys’ defensive coordinator search

The Dallas Cowboys are casting a wide net on their search for defensive coordinator with their interview list up to nine candidates so far. But one of them may be about to be scratched off the list by a division rival.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / January 15

Cowboys reportedly haven't changed stance on Pickens despite red flags

Cowboys reportedly haven't changed stance on George Pickens despite red flags

Pickens reportedly caused numerous headaches for the Steelers from 2022 through the end of the 2024 campaign, and some of those issues seemed to resurface this past fall.

Titans interviewing ex-Cowboys coach after John Harbaugh picks Giants

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Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / January 15

This Defensive Coordinator Search Feels Different—That’s Not a Bad Thing

Cowboys fans have watched and learned enough to know something feels off, and the search for a new defensive coordinator definitely feels different. This time around, the Cowboys aren’t just flirting with a couple of familiar names.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / January 15

Dallas Cowboys' rival is about to make a massive move that's guaranteed to alter the future of the NFC East

Only 15 days into 2026, a new threat emerges for the Dallas Cowboys. And it happens to be the division rival Dak Prescott has dominated throughout his career: The New York Giants.

Daron Bland News / Inside The Star / January 15

Cowboys stuck with another bad contract after DaRon Bland’s 2nd surgery

With all the other offseason news happening right now, if you haven’t gotten the news yet, DaRon Bland, for the second time in as many years, underwent surgery on his left foot.

Dak Prescott News / Inside The Star / January 15

Prescott’s best year wasted as Milton remains a mystery

In 2025, for the second time in three seasons, Dak Prescott started every game of the NFL season for the Dallas Cowboys. It was also the second time he’d done son in the last five seasons.

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Video shows moment Cowboys staff learned of Matt Eberflus firing

The Dallas Cowboys’ disappointing season came to a close with a 34-17 blowout loss to the New York Giants in Week 18. Dallas finished the year with the NFL’s worst scoring defense.

Dallas Cowboys News / Total Pro Sports / January 14

Dallas Cowboys Identify Big-Name NFL Running Back To Replace Javonte Williams

The Dallas Cowboys need to make some moves. Javonte Williams brought his career back to life, and he’s likely looking at a big contract now. That’s why, as much as they would love to keep the former Denver Broncos star around for longer, that won’t be possible.

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Jerry Jones Reveals 'One of the Hardest' Cowboys Decisions After Missing NFL Playoffs

Jerry Jones made a lot of big decisions for the Dallas Cowboys this past season. The 83-year-old team owner, president and general manager faced considerable pressure prior to the trade deadline, particularly on the defensive side of the ball.

Daron Bland News / Athlon Sports / January 13

Cowboys Announce DaRon Bland News After Missing NFL Playoffs

DaRon Bland and the Dallas Cowboys had a 2025 NFL season to forget, finishing with a 7-9-1 record under first-year head coach Brian Schottenheimer and missing the playoffs for a second consecutive season.

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Cowboys DE Donovan Ezeiruaku Arrested On Reckless Driving Charges

According to Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News, Cowboys DE Donovan Ezeiruaku was arrested on reckless driving charges. He was arrested in Plano, Texas, on Monday morning, but later posted bond and was released, with the charges classified as a Class B Misdemeanor.

Dallas Cowboys News / Pro Football Rumors / January 12

Cowboys’ Donovan Ezeiruaku Arrested On Reckless Driving Charge

Cowboys defensive end Donovan Ezeiruaku was arrested yesterday in Texas, according to Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News. Ezeiruaku was jailed for a reckless driving charge.