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Dak Prescott’s command against Brian Flores’ blitz decides Cowboys’ playoff survival

The Cowboys’ season depends on Dak Prescott’s ability to handle pressure. Against the NFL’s most aggressive defense, his efficiency will decide whether Dallas stays alive in the playoff race.

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NFL Hands Down Punishment to Cowboys Star After Jared Goff Incident

The Dallas Cowboys’ chances of reaching the postseason suffered a significant setback following their Week 14 defeat against the Detroit Lions.Coming into the matchup on a three-game winning streak—highlighted by a victory over the Kansas City Chiefs on Thanksgiving—the Cowboys appeared to be gaining momentum.

Trevon Diggs News / Pro Football Rumors / December 13

Cowboys CB Trevon Diggs Out Week 15

It appears Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs could utilize all 21 days of his practice window as Mike Garafolo of NFL Network announced today that the veteran will remain on injured reserve after being designated to return at the turn of the month.

Trevon Diggs News / Larry Brown Sports / December 13

Cowboys' relationship with Trevon Diggs may be 'severed'

Cowboys' relationship with former All-Pro Trevon Diggs may be 'severed'

Diggs has been on injured reserve since mid-October due to a concussion he suffered at home.

Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb explains his mindset as he returns from concussion

Cowboys' Jerry Jones seems to offer final verdict on George Pickens 'madness'

Cowboys' Dak Prescott makes feelings on Eagles clear amid pursuit of playoffs

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The 'Oldest 4,000-passing-yard seasons' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to throw for at least 4,000 yards after turning 35 years old can you name in five minutes?

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George Pickens News / Athlon Sports / December 13

NFL Makes Punishment Decision on George Pickens Incident

George Pickens and the Dallas Cowboys lost to the Detroit Lions 44-30 in Week 14. It snapped a three-game winning streak and dropped the Cowboys to 6-6-1.

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The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / December 13

Cowboys add Swiss Army Knife, versatile LB in latest 2026 NFL mock draft

While the Dallas Cowboys still have four games to play in the 2025 season, it's hard not to look ahead to the 2026 offseason. They're building the right culture under head coach Brian Schottenheimer, but their lack of talent on defense has been their downfall.

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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 / Inside The Star / December 13

3 key matchups will determine if the Cowboys beat the Vikings on Sunday night

The Dallas Cowboys will play yet another Primetime game when they host the Minnesota Vikings (5-8) this Sunday night at AT&T Stadium. HC Brian Schottenheimer and his team are fighting for their playoff lives, and the easiest path to the postseason tournament is to control what they can control.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / December 13

A handful of AFC teams can help the Cowboys’ playoff chances in Week 15

As we enter Week 15 of the NFL season, the Dallas Cowboys find themselves in the thick of the NFC Playoff picture. After a loss at the Detroit Lions, the Cowboys find themselves on the outside looking in, but there is light at the end of the tunnel.

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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 13

NFC Notes: Jerry Jones, George Pickens, DeVonta Smith, Cowboys, Eagles

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones addressed the criticisms surrounding WR George Pickens and doesn’t buy into it. “I think the criticism of this last ballgame is being hard on him.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / December 13

What do the Cowboys need in Week 15 to keep playoff hopes alive?

Before the season began, the Dallas Cowboys game tomorrow night against the Minnesota Vikings was expected to be a contest between two teams fighting to make the playoffs.

DeMarvion Overshown News / Inside The Star / December 13

DeMarvion Overshown is Finally Being Unleashed By the Cowboys

As a Cowboys fan, I’ve learned to read between the lines. Sometimes the most important moments of a season don’t come with fireworks or headlines, they come with decisions.

CeeDee Lamb News / Inside The Star / December 13

CeeDee Lamb clears concussion protocol, will play Sunday

After the Dallas Cowboys finished 2-1 in the hardest stretch of their schedule, they now get ready for a Sunday night game with the Vikings. Good news is that they had a few extra days after playing on Thursday last week, meaning CeeDee Lamb got those days to clear concussion protocol and get himself ready for yet another major game this week.

Jadeveon Clowney News / Athlon Sports / December 12

Cowboys Announce Jadevon Clowney Development Before Vikings Game

The Dallas Cowboys did not have the services of defensive end Jadeveon Clowney in their last game due to a hamstring injury, and there is still no guarantee that the three-time Pro Bowler will suit up on Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings.

George Pickens News / The Spun / December 12

Two NFL Teams Could Steal George Pickens From The Cowboys

There won't be many 2026 free agents as intriguing as George Pickens. The Dallas Cowboys traded away a 2026 third-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for Pickens and a 2027 sixth-round pick.

Dak Prescott News / Athlon Sports / December 12

Dak Prescott, Cowboys Receive Good News on Friday

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott will need all of his weapons available in Sunday’s do-or-die game against the Minnesota Vikings, including star tight end Jake Ferguson.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / December 12

Cowboys' Jerry Jones seems to offer final verdict on George Pickens 'madness'

During a Friday appearance on Dallas sports radio station 105.3 The Fan, Jones seemed to want to put the potential Pickens controversy to bed for good.

Cowboys' Dak Prescott makes feelings on Eagles clear amid pursuit of playoffs

Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb explains his mindset as he returns from concussion

Trevon Diggs may have played his last game with Cowboys

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The 'Active 140-receiving-yard game leaders' quiz

CeeDee Lamb News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 12

CeeDee Lamb Clears Concussion Protocol, Will Play In Week 15

Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb has cleared the concussion protocol on Friday, which means he’ll be able available for the team’s Week 15 game against the Vikings this Sunday.

CeeDee Lamb News / Yardbarker / December 11