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Hunter Luepke Could Gain Offensive Opportunities in Multiple Cowboys Roles

FRISCO, Texas — Dallas Cowboys fullback Hunter Luepke will get more plays Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers, Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said Friday, and probably more touches.

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Dallas Cowboys Still Evaluating Joey Porter Jr. as Ankle Question Lingers

FRISCO, Texas — Dallas Cowboys cornerback Joey Porter Jr. has missed two straight practices with an ankle injury, and Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said Friday that Porter can play against the San Francisco 49ers without a practice this week.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / November 13

Dallas Cowboys Rookie Power Rankings at Midway Point of 2026 Season

We are halfway through what has been a miserable season for the Dallas Cowboys, and the showing from the team's 2026 NFL Draft class has been a microcosm of how things have gone.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 13

Israel Abanikanda Figures Into Cowboys Backup Plans as Kendre Miller Joins

FRISCO, Texas — Dallas Cowboys running back Israel Abanikanda is the back the team expects to see Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers, Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said Friday.

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The '35 passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the QB's with at least 35 touchdown passes in a single season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active NFL QB start-leaders' quiz

The '4-INT wins by NFL quarterback' quiz

The 'Most NFL QB rushing-TDs' quiz

Ryan Flournoy News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 13

Ryan Flournoy Sets Versatility Standard for Young Cowboys Receivers

FRISCO, Texas — Dallas Cowboys receiver Ryan Flournoy knows every receiver spot in the offense, and Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said Friday that is the example he gives the team’s young receivers.

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Ranking the quarterback history of every NFL franchise

Quarterback is the most important position for an NFL team. That wasn’t always the case, but it has been the case for, you know, 50 years at this point essentially.

Caleb Downs News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 13

Caleb Downs Moves Closer to Ball as Cowboys Focus on Eye Discipline

FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys nickel will face an offense that moves its pieces before the snap and puts five receivers into routes, Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said Friday, and rookie Caleb Downs is finally playing the spots Dallas drafted him for.

Tyler Booker News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 13

Tyler Booker Builds Confidence as Cowboys Praise Pass-Protection Progress

FRISCO, Texas — Dallas Cowboys right guard Tyler Booker landed on Pro Football Focus’ 2026 midseason All-Pro first team Thursday, and Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said Friday the honor was news to him.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 13

CeeDee Lamb Draws Praise for Maturity and Chemistry With Dak Prescott

FRISCO, Texas — Dallas Cowboys receiver CeeDee Lamb has put together two of the best practice weeks Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer has seen from him, Schottenheimer said Friday before the team’s game against the San Francisco 49ers.

Brian Schottenheimer News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 13

Schottenheimer Emphasizes Discipline and Physicality in Cowboys-49ers Prep

FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys enter Sunday’s game against the San Francisco 49ers leading the NFL with 667 penalty yards, according to The Associated Press, and Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said Friday that avoiding errors is at the top of the keys to the game.

George Pickens News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 13

George Pickens Faces Another Hamstring Check as Cowboys Prepare Backup Plans

FRISCO, Texas — Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens moved well in Thursday’s practice, Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said Friday, two days before Dallas hosts the San Francisco 49ers.

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The greatest return man for every NFL franchise

From Billy "White Shoes" Johnson to Deion Sanders to Devin Hester, here are the greatest return men for each of the NFL's 32 teams.

Tyler Goodson News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / November 13

Dallas Cowboys Elevate Familiar RB Reinforcement Amid Tyler Goodson Injury

As the Dallas Cowboys gear up for a Week 10 showdown with the San Francisco 49ers, the team is being forced to play some roster gymnastics to deal with a sudden lack of depth at running back.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / November 13

Latest injury update redefines expectations around Dallas Cowboys vs. 49ers matchup, and explains experts’ stance on it

The Cowboys are a home underdog against a 7-1 team by only 3.5 points. The injury reports on both sides might explain why oddsmakers see this one so closely.

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The '35 passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Last 30-rush game by NFL team' quiz

The '150-Rec.-Yard NFL teammates' quiz

The 'Most NFL QB rushing-TDs' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / November 13

Jerry Jones 'would anticipate' 18-game NFL season, perhaps as soon as 2027

During a Friday morning appearance on Dallas sports radio station 105.3 The Fan, Jones suggested he hasn't yet given up on getting an 18-game calendar for 2027.

Jerry Jones still likes Cowboys' 'bet' on Brian Schottenheimer, addresses Joey Porter Jr. absences

Troy Aikman accused of 'pre-tampering' with 49ers' Kyle Shanahan amid ESPN, Cowboys rumors

Cowboys' DeMarvion Overshown 'didn't know' rule for silly penalty in win over Colts

The 'NFL active-TD-catch leaders' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 13

Jones still likes 'bet' on Schottenheimer, addresses Porter absences

Jerry Jones still likes Cowboys' 'bet' on Brian Schottenheimer, addresses Joey Porter Jr. absences

During a Friday appearance on Dallas sports radio station 105.3 The Fan, Jones suggested he's not close to giving up on Schottenheimer.

Troy Aikman accused of 'pre-tampering' with 49ers' Kyle Shanahan amid ESPN, Cowboys rumors

Cowboys' DeMarvion Overshown 'didn't know' rule for silly penalty in win over Colts

Niners have been rolling, while Cowboys seek consistency

The 'NFL active-TD-catch leaders' quiz

Javonte Williams News / TWSN / November 13

Javonte Williams’ Goal-Line Role Keeps Him in Week 10 Fantasy Lineups

Javonte Williams carried the ball 20 times, caught four passes and scored the game-winning touchdown against the Indianapolis Colts. That production gives him a way to return starter value when San Francisco makes the yards harder to come by.

Dallas Cowboys News / Viral Sports News / November 13

Dallas Cowboys Star Fires Back at Brutal Accusations

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Joey Porter Jr. has pushed back against accusations that his recent absences stem from contract leverage rather than legitimate injuries.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 13

Troy Aikman accused of 'pre-tampering' with 49ers' Kyle Shanahan amid ESPN, Cowboys rumors

On Friday morning, NFL insider Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk pointed out that Troy Aikman's comments about Kyle Shanahan could be viewed as "potential pre-tampering."

49ers' Kyle Shanahan, Mac Jones react to Vikings rumors after Kirk Cousins trade

Drew Brees wants to replace Troy Aikman on ESPN's 'Monday Night Football'

Troy Aikman turns heads with ‘money’ comment amid 'MNF' call with Joe Buck

The '2023 NFL AP second-team All-Pro' quiz

Troy Aikman News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 13

Troy Aikman Warns Cowboys Must Improve Despite 27-23 Victory Over Colts

DALLAS — Troy Aikman said Thursday the Dallas Cowboys beat an Indianapolis Colts team that he believes has given up on the season, and the Hall of Fame quarterback warned that Dallas “won’t be going anywhere either” if it keeps playing the way it did in a 27-23 win at Indianapolis on Nov.

Tyler Booker News / Athlon Sports / November 13

Tyler Booker Named PFF's Midseason First-Team All-Pro Right Guard for Cowboys

Cowboys fans haven’t had much to celebrate during a 4-5 start, but the right side of the offensive line has been an exception. Tyler Booker made PFF’s 2026 midseason All-Pro first team at right guard, with Falcons veteran Chris Lindstrom on the second team behind him.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 13

Bruce Arians has 'itch' to return to coaching amid uncertainty about Buccaneers' Todd Bowles

One-time Super Bowl champion head coach Bruce Arians has not held such a role with a team since he surprisingly stepped away from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in March 2022. During a recent conversation with NFL insider Jordan Schultz, Arians made it known he'd like to return to the sidelines in 2027.

Browns' Todd Monken downplays potential Shedeur Sanders playbook controversy

Joey Porter Jr. insists recent absence is not contract related

Browns' Jared Verse admits he hasn't 'played well' this season, spoke with team psychologist about mental block

NFL Week 10 panic meter: Where do Vikings rank after QB upgrade?

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 13

Cowboys' DeMarvion Overshown 'didn't know' rule for silly penalty in win over Colts

While the Dallas Cowboys improved to 4-5 on the season via a 27-23 win at the lowly Indianapolis Colts (2-7) on Nov. 8, Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown went

Joey Porter Jr. insists recent absence is not contract related

Things are about to get a lot worse for Colts after trade deadline

Cowboys 'did not receive' calls from teams about George Pickens ahead of NFL trade deadline

More information on why Colts kept Jonathan Taylor, Daniel Jones through trade deadline

Joey Porter Jr. News / Field Level Media / November 12

Cowboys CB Joey Porter Jr. insists injury, not contract, keeping him idle

Joey Porter Jr. insists his idle status with the Dallas Cowboys has nothing to do with money. Porter was not available at Indianapolis last week and left the previous game against the Cardinals early because of an ankle injury.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / November 11

Cowboys 'did not receive' calls from teams about George Pickens ahead of NFL trade deadline

Tt was reported that some teams around the NFL were "wondering if" the Dallas Cowboys could consider parting ways with wide receiver George Pickens.

4 winners and 5 losers of the NFL trade deadline: Vikings land their QB, Chargers stand pat, Bengals blunder, more

Ranking the 5 biggest deals of 2026 NFL trade deadline

Grading the 5 biggest deals from Tuesday's NFL trade deadline

The 'Most 130-receiving-yard games in a season' quiz

Brian Schottenheimer News / Yardbarker / November 10

Brian Schottenheimer made Cowboys players watch all 14 penalties from win over Colts

While the Dallas Cowboys improved to 4-5 on the season via a 27-23 win that they notched at the lowly Indianapolis Colts (2-7) this past Sunday, the Cowboys weren't responsible for the most convincing of victories.

Executive floats Mike Tomlin as replacement for Brian Schottenheimer if Cowboys season doesn't turn around

NFL Week 9 winners, losers: Myles Garrett dominates in return; Packers send message

The 'No.4-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / November 9

Executive floats Mike Tomlin as replacement for Brian Schottenheimer if Cowboys season doesn't turn around

Could the Dallas Cowboys replace Brian Schottenheimer with former Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin if they miss the playoffs for a third straight season?

Colts RB Jonathan Taylor sounds like he knows trade is likely

NFL Week 9 winners, losers: Myles Garrett dominates in return; Packers send message

The '2007-08 NFL head coaches' quiz