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Biggest Takeaways From Dallas Cowboys' First Open Practice of OTAs

The Dallas Cowboys had their third practice of OTAs on Thursday, but it was the first in which the media was allowed to attend. Thanks to the beat writers on the ground, we got some insight into everything that went down during the session, including who was not taking part and how the Cowboys divvied up reps, among other things.

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Caleb Downs is part of what may be one of the coolest new Dallas Cowboys offseason traditions in 2026

The Dallas Cowboys safeties are saving for a Super Bowl. P.J. Locke talked about a new tradition he started with first-round rookie Caleb Downs, and it’s honestly one of the coolest we’ve heard.

Brian Schottenheimer News / A to Z Sports / June 4

Brian Schottenheimer announces Dallas Cowboys development that raises serious concerns ahead of 2026 NFL season

The Dallas Cowboys offense faces a serious question ahead of the 2026 regular season. And head coach Brian Schottenheimer revealed it is even leading to an open position battle in the starting lineup.

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How many of the NFL players to rack up at least 1,400 receiving yards in a season multiple times in their career can you name in five minutes?

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Dallas Cowboys News / Pro Football Rumors / June 4

Tyler Guyton, Nate Thomas Competing For Cowboys’ LT Position

Tyler Guyton has totaled 21 starts at left tackle early in his career. It is not certain he will remain atop the depth chart heading into his third Cowboys season, however.

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The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

George Pickens News / Yardbarker / June 4

Cowboys' George Pickens reportedly makes mandatory minicamp decision amid absences

While Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens signed his franchise tag worth roughly $27.3M for the 2026 season, Pickens had remained away from the team.

Not re-signing Jadeveon Clowney is a mistake by the Cowboys

Patriots, Cowboys highlight list of 4 potential Maxx Crosby trade destinations

The 'Active 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / The Spun / June 4

Brian Schottenheimer Reacts To George Pickens' OTAs Absence

Is there drama brewing between George Pickens and the Dallas Cowboys? The Cowboys acquired Pickens from the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for a 2026 third-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick.

Sam Howell News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / June 4

Joe Milton’s Ranking Among Backup QBs Proves Cowboys Were Right to Add Sam Howell

When Cooper Rush left in free agency last season, the Dallas Cowboys appeared to have found a way to improve at the backup quarterback spot. The Cowboys traded for Joe Milton III, who made one start as a rookie for the New England Patriots in 2024.

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft

Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs

Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft

2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / June 4

3 Dallas Cowboys players with nothing to lose who could rise to prominent roles with strong offseasons

These 3 Dallas Cowboys haven’t been making a lot of headlines this offseason, but they are names to watch. With seemingly nothing to lose, they are candidates to rise into significant roles.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / June 4

Cowboys Identified As Early ‘Super Bowl Sleeper’ Entering 2026 Season

It has been a long time since the Dallas Cowboys have made it to the Super Bowl. Even the NFC Championship game has now eluded them for 30 years. Jerry Jones has remained the ultimate decision-maker throughout his time as owner, and this drought hasn’t caused him to give up the power.

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Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / June 4

Not re-signing Jadeveon Clowney is a mistake by the Cowboys

I pushed this to the side for over a month or so, but after the Myles Garrett news and the way the Cowboys’ defense has shaped out over the offseason, it seems like to me that bringing back the team’s leading sack leader from a year ago sounds like a no-brainer, yet Dallas has not done so.

Micah Parsons News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / June 4

Micah Parsons Could Make 2026 Debut vs. Cowboys With Updated Return Timeline

Former Dallas Cowboys and current Green Bay Packers star Micah Parsons has finally offered some clarity on his return timeline as he continues to work his way back from a torn ACL and the Cowboys should be taking note.

Tyler Smith News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / June 4

Cowboys Legend Tyron Smith Seen Mentoring Young Dallas Offensive Tackles

Entering the 2026 season, the Dallas Cowboys boast one of the most explosive offenses in the NFL. They finished seventh in points scored and second in yardage last year, and have all 11 starters set to return in 2026.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / June 4

What to Watch For at Dallas Cowboys' First Open Practice of OTAs

For the first time since the Dallas Cowboys began their OTAs on June 1, the team will open things up for the media on Thursday. With beat writers on the ground at practice, we'll get an inside look at the session and there should be plenty of interesting nuggets pertaining to what took place during it.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / June 4

Cowboys’ Receivers Errors in 2025 Point to Execution

The Cowboys ranked 15th in receiver-error incompletions, showing their issue was more about execution than passing volume, and I don’t think the receiver-error ranking explains why they missed the playoffs.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / June 3

5 Dallas Cowboys players who had Madden cover-worthy seasons but didn’t get it

The cover is out for EA Sports’ Madden 27 and it’s quarterback Caleb Williams. The news and hype got me thinking about which Dallas Cowboys players could have been on the cover in previous seasons.

Dallas Cowboys News / The Spun / June 3

Jason Garrett Endorses Former NBC Co-Worker Michele Tafoya For U.S. Senate

Former Dallas Cowboys coach Jason Garrett will be keeping a close eye on the U.S. Senate race in Minnesota. Back in January, former NFL sideline reporter Michele Tafoya announced that she's running for U.S.

Micah Parsons News / A to Z Sports / June 3

Dallas Cowboys get important update directly from Micah Parsons months before Week 6 showdown vs Packers

The Dallas Cowboys and Micah Parsons have unfinished business following a 40-40 tie last season. In Week 6, they get to do it all over again to finally find some closure.

Jadeveon Clowney News / Yardbarker / June 3

Should 49ers look to three-time Pro Bowler to counter Rams' Myles Garrett move?

Should the 49ers make a move to try to keep pace in a talent-rich division?

Rams should be overwhelming Super Bowl favorites after blockbuster trade for Myles Garrett

49ers coach reveals potential breakout linebacker heading into 2026 season

49ers named ideal landing spot for three free agents, including two pass rushers

The 'Most sacks in an NFL season' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / June 3

3 Offensive Free Agents Dallas Cowboys Should Sign Following OTAs

The Dallas Cowboys were busy this offseason, adding several players through trades as well as free agency. Their focus for the majority of these moves was understandably on the defensive side of the ball, a trend that continued in the NFL draft.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / June 3

Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Netflix Series Gets Trailer, Premiere Date For New Season

The Dallas Cowboys are gearing up for the 2026 NFL season, with OTAs officially kicking off earlier this week at The Star. But players aren't the only ones preparing for another season.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / June 3

Dallas Cowboys Schedule Prediction after NFC’s Blockbuster Moves

It would have been easy to mistake yesterday for a day in the peak of the NFL offseason, considering all the blockbuster moves made. The slew of trades and signings all surrounded the NFC, in particular, and that has caused my Cowboys schedule prediction to change.

Dallas Cowboys News / Football Analysis / June 3

Cowboys’ $96M ‘Elephant’ Has Zero Guaranteed Money Left

The Dallas Cowboys pulled off one of the loudest moves at the NFL trade deadline, landing star defensive tackle Quinnen Williams from the New York Jets.