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Cowboys Urged to Target Free Agent With Ties to DC Christian Parker

After spending the season watching a disastrous defense, the Dallas Cowboys hope to see improvement in 2026. They started by moving on from defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus and replacing him with Christian Parker.

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Cowboys Star George Pickens Named Free Agent Target for AFC Powerhouse

The Dallas Cowboys have one of the top free agents in the NFL this offseason. George Pickens went off in his first year with the team, racking up 93 receptions for 1,429 yards and nine touchdowns.

CeeDee Lamb News / Inside The Star / February 1

CeeDee Lamb is among the elite since 2020

Since the 2020 season, the NFL has been heavily invested in a pass-happy scheme. Offensive coordinators spread defenses horizontally, quarterbacks are encouraged to be aggressive, and wide receivers enter the league more polished than ever.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / February 1

The upcoming NFL salary cap increase is good news for the Cowboys

The NFL salary cap is projected to take a significant leap in 2026, rising from $279.2 million in 2025 to a range between $301 million and $305 million.

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The 'Super Bowl starting QBs' quiz

How many of the starting quarterbacks from every Super Bowl can you name in nine minutes?

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Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / February 1

Lamb and Pickens accomplished something no other Cowboys’ duo ever has

For the first time in franchise history, the Dallas Cowboys are sending two wide receivers to the Pro Bowl in the same season. CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens didn’t just post big numbers in 2025.

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The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history

The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

NFL News / Inside The Star / February 1

3 Senior Bowl Standouts The Cowboys Should Watch

If you’re an NFL Draft junkie, so to speak, you know that the first major event of “draft season” concluded yesterday in Mobile, Alabama. With its hosting of the Senior Bowl, the classic Southern city is one of the most important in the nation when it comes to football.

Dallas Cowboys News / The Spun / January 31

Dallas Cowboys Hire 2 More Coaches For 2026 Staff

As preparations begin for the 2026NFL season, next year's staff is beginning to take shape for the Dallas Cowboys. The Cowboys struggled mightily on the

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / January 31

Dallas Cowboys Sign Two Defensive Coaches Amid NFL Offseason

The Dallas Cowboys are in the midst of a major coaching overhaul after a forgettable 2025 season. They finished the campaign with a 7-9-1 record and missed the NFL playoffs for a second straight year.

Dallas Cowboys News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 31

Cowboys boost coaching staff with latest hirings

The Dallas Cowboys have been busy early on this offseason, as the club has made some changes to its coaching staff. With Klayton Adams set to return as offensive coordinator and Christian Parker recently hired as the new defensive coordinator, it appears Dallas is finalizing the remainder of the defensive coaching staff on Saturday.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / January 31

Former Tennessee Vols coach who threw Jeremy Pruitt under the bus lands job with Dallas Cowboys

A former Tennessee Vols assistant coach who once threw former UT head coach Jeremy Pruitt under the bus reportedly has a new job in the NFL. According to a report from CBS Sports' Matt Zenitz, the Dallas Cowboys are hiring former Vols defensive coordinator Derrick Ansley as their new defensive pass game coordinator.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 31

New Dallas Cowboys Defensive Assistant Has Ties To Franchise Legend

The Dallas Cowboys have made a second hire for the coaching staff of new defensive coordinator Christian Parker, who previously served as the defensive passing game coordinator and defensive backs coach of the rival Philadelphia Eagles.

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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.

NFL News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 31

Dallas Cowboys Poach Coveted Packers Assistant For Defensive Staff

The Dallas Cowboys have been working hard to put together a new defensive staff as the rebuild kicks into full swing after having the No. 30-ranked defense this past season and a league-worst pass defense.

NFL News / 5 GOATs / January 31

Report: Dallas Cowboys expected to hire Green Bay Packers defensive pass game coordinator Derrick Ansley

The Dallas Cowboys are expected to hire Green Bay Packers pass game coordinator Derrick Ansley, according to CBS Sports. Ansley previously served as the defensive coordinator for the Los Angeles Chargers.

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Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 31

3 Senior Bowl Standouts at Offensive Tackle the Cowboys Can’t Ignore

Despite their 7-9-1 record for the Dallas Cowboys, Dak Prescott had a fantastic season in 2025. Prescott completed 67.3 percent of his attempts for 4,552 yards with 30 touchdown passes and 10 interceptions.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 31

New Cowboys Mock Draft Lands Physical Anomaly at EDGE, Polished LB

The Dallas Cowboys have some renewed hope for 2026 after making a move at defensive coordinator. Matt Eberflus is out after just one season, and Christian Parker will take over.

Dallas Cowboys News / Total Pro Sports / January 31

Dak Prescott at Risk of Losing 15 Players After Jerry Jones Fires Three Dallas Cowboys Coaches

The Dallas Cowboys are entering a turbulent offseason, and the ripple effects could significantly impact Dak Prescott. Following owner Jerry Jones’ decision to fire three assistant coaches, reports suggest that as many as 15 players could be at risk of departing, creating uncertainty around the team’s roster stability and future direction.

Dallas Cowboys News / Total Pro Sports / January 31

Ex-Dallas Cowboys Super Bowl Champion Running Back Has Tragically Died

It is a very sad day for the Dallas Cowboys and their fans. Scott Laidlaw, a former Cowboys running back and Super Bowl champion, died Thursday at age 72.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / January 31

The Cowboys and the Super Bowl used to be a thing

As this year’s teams prepare to meet in Santa Clara for Super Bowl LX the Dallas Cowboys will be at home, watching the championship game, for the 30th straight year.

Dallas Cowboys News / Pro Football Rumors / January 30

Cowboys Hope To Keep George Pickens, Javonte Williams; Team Has Met With Williams

Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens and running back Javonte Williams were among the top performers on one of the NFL’s most prolific offenses in 2025.

Javonte Williams News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 30

Cowboys' Big Decision: What Dallas Should Do With Javonte Williams in Offseason

The Dallas Cowboys went into the 2025 season with Javonte Williams as their starting running back, which was a gamble. Signed to a one-year deal after spending four years with the Denver Broncos, Williams had fewer than four yards per attempt the past two years in the league.

George Pickens News / NFL Analysis Network / January 30

George Pickens was one of the best receivers in football last season. Why Cowboys might have to watch him leave anyway

The Dallas Cowboys are almost $40 million over the salary cap. George Pickens had 93 receptions for 1,429 yards and nine touchdowns last season. He’s entering free agency.

Brian Schottenheimer News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 30

Cowboys Coaching Legend Praises Brian Schottenheimer's First Year Performance

Season 1 of the Brian Schottenheimer era was a rollercoaster ride for the Dallas Cowboys, finishing the year 7-10 and missing the NFL playoffs for the second straight season.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / January 29

Dallas Cowboys lose position coach to Mike McCarthy, Steelers

It has not been a month since the Cowboys’ last game, but major changes have already been made within the coaching ranks.

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Zach Orr News / Pro Football Rumors / January 29

Cowboys Nearing Zach Orr Hire

Zach Orr was not hired as the Cowboys‘ new defensive coordinator. He could nevertheless soon find himself on Dallas’ coaching staff. After two years as the defensive coordinator of the Ravens, Orr is a candidate to depart the team.

CeeDee Lamb News / Athlon Sports / January 29

Cowboys Make CeeDee Lamb Announcement After Pro Bowl News

The NFL has recognized CeeDee Lamb’s impressive season with the Dallas Cowboys. After initially being overlooked for the 2026 Pro Bowl games, the league named Lamb as a replacement on Wednesday.