Dallas Cowboys: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Dallas Cowboys News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 13

Cowboys bring back recently-waived RB on practice squad

The Dallas Cowboys are bringing back one of their backfield weapons from the practice squad. The NFC East squad announced via an update on X (formerly Twitter) that they re-signed running back Emari Demercado.

Daron Bland News / Athlon Sports / October 13

Cowboys Announce Cornerback Move After Daron Bland News

Daron Bland and the Dallas Cowboys find themselves with a 2-3 record on the 2026 NFL season following Week 5, falling to Jalon Daniels and the previously

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 13

Dallas Cowboys Hype Still Going Strong For Prominent NFL Insider Despite Slow Start

It has been an ugly five weeks to start the season for the Dallas Cowboys, but the team will be entering Week 6 with 10 days of rest and an opportunity to make a statement with a big bounce-back win on the road.

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The 'Most 100-rushing-yard NFL games' quiz

There are 44 running backs in NFL history who have rushed for at least 100 yards on 30 or more occasions. How many of them can you name in six minutes?

The 'Rushing-TD leaders by NFL team' quiz

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Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / October 13

3 realistic improvements that could still save the Dallas Cowboys’ 2026 season before it’s too late

The Dallas Cowboys have too many problems to fix all of them in time. But with the Green Bay Packers up next, a few areas have a realistic shot at turning around.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Mike Pettine News / Athlon Sports / October 13

Cowboys' Hire of Mike Pettine Sounds a Loud Alarm About the Defense

The Dallas Cowboys hired Mike Pettine as a senior defensive assistant Monday, inserting an experienced former NFL head coach and defensive coordinator into Christian Parker’s staff before Sunday night’s Week 6 game against the Green Bay Packers.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 13

Updated Dallas Cowboys Depth Chart Reflects Slight Changes For Week 6 vs Packers

The Dallas Cowboys will be returning to the practice field on Wednesday afternoon, as the team tries to erase the sour taste left by last week's disaster against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at home.

Dallas Cowboys News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 13

Cowboys rumors: Christian Parker warned by peers about coup after new defensive hire

After a disastrous showing on the defensive side of the ball last fall, the Dallas Cowboys elected to hire a new defensive coordinator to take over for the fired Matt Eberflus.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 13

Cowboys' Jerry Jones Weighs in on Comparison of Downfalls of DaRon Bland, Trevon Diggs

As we continue watch the downfall of DaRon Bland in real time this season, one has to wonder how the once-promising cornerback has gone from a superstar trajectory early in his career to complete rock bottom since 2024.

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / October 13

Cowboys Make Major Change With Christian Parker Amid Defensive Struggles

The Dallas Cowboys are making another adjustment to their coaching staff as they look to get their struggling defense back on track. Defensive coordinator Christian Parker is moving from the sidelines to the coaches’ booth to call plays, owner and general manager Jerry Jones announced Tuesday.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 13

Matt LaFleur seemingly wasn't in danger of being fired before Packers' win over Bears

Shortly after the Green Bay Packers were booed by home fans during a 35-14 Week 3 loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Sept. 24, stories indicated that LaFleur was "in a lot of trouble" and could be fired either during or after the ongoing season.

The good and bad from Packers' dominant win over Bears

Ben Johnson, Bears created rallying cry for the Packers

Major update on if Packers' Micah Parsons could play vs. Cowboys emerges

The 4,500-yard NFL quarterbacks' quiz

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The 'Most 100-rushing-yard NFL games' quiz

The 'QB season rushing-TD leaders' quiz

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DeMarvion Overshown News / Athlon Sports / October 13

DeMarvion Overshown Provides Injury Update Ahead of Packers Matchup

The Dallas Cowboys could receive a significant defensive boost against the Green Bay Packers, as linebacker DeMarvion Overshown is hopeful he can return to the field Sunday night.

Brian Schottenheimer News / The Spun / October 13

Brian Schottenheimer Announces Cowboys Will Have 'Noticeable' Roster Adjustments

Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer is preparing to make some changes amid a rocky start to the 2026 season. The Cowboys already announced a major coaching move, hiring former Cleveland Browns head coach Mike Pettine as a defensive assistant.

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / October 13

Cowboys ‘ Position in Week 6 NFL Power Rankings Reflects Defensive Struggles

The Dallas Cowboys are losing ground in the latest NFL power rankings after suffering a disappointing 24-16 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 5.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 13

Cowboys Reuniting With Running Back After Cutting Ties With Veteran Offensive Lineman

Just one day after the Dallas Cowboys cut a veteran offensive lineman, they have filled his spot on the 53-man roster. On Monday, the Cowboys waived veteran offensive lineman Nick Leverett, who played in all five games with the team as a special teams contributor.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 13

Week 6 NFL Power Rankings: Dallas Cowboys' Inconsistency Reflected As Team Plummets

It's been nearly one week since the Dallas Cowboys have been in action, and they're beginning to turn their attention toward a Week 6 showdown against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field.

Dallas Cowboys News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 13

Cowboys’ Jerry Jones breaks silence on Dak Prescott getting mad at non-team employee being ’embarrassed’ by Buccaneers loss

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones addressed the incident involving Dak Prescott and a non-team employee who called the team’s Week 5 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers “embarrassing,” saying he supports fans expressing their opinions.

Jerry Jones News / Field Level Media / October 13

Jerry Jones: Cowboys DC Christian Parker not 'overwhelmed'

Christian Parker is shifting to the coaching box from the field as the Cowboys add Mike Pettine to the staff as a consultant, but owner Jerry Jones denies his 32-year-old defensive coordinator is "overwhelmed." "I'm obviously disappointed in the results so far," Jones said Tuesday on his weekly radio spot on 105.3 FM in Dallas.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / October 13

Longtime NFL reporter shares bold Cowboys expectation after hiring Pettine

Longtime NFL reporter shares bold Cowboys expectation after hiring Mike Pettine

With 20+ years of NFL coaching experience — both as an assistant and head coach (for two seasons with the Cleveland Browns) — he should be a positive influence on first-year defensive coordinator Christian Parker.

DeMarvion Overshown addresses 'heart to heart' meeting Cowboys defense had after stunning loss to Buccaneers

Jerry Jones reacts to Dak Prescott jab, reveals Christian Parker move, reflects on Micah Parsons trade

Comedy of errors from Giants, Commanders leads to embarrassing tie

The 'Leading rushers from the 2021 NFL season' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / October 13

Dallas Cowboys make familiar move with Christian Parker that sends a worrying message about their defensive coordinator

The Dallas Cowboys defense ranks dead last in nearly every meaningful metric through five games. Now Jerry Jones has revealed a change that feels awfully familiar from 2025.