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Brian Schottenheimer criticizes Cowboys defense for the same reason fans have been frustrated about every week

Dallas Cowboys players, coaches, and executives all agree: Changes need to happen on defense. The Cowboys are currently the worst defense in the NFL and it's cost Dallas a lot.

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Cowboys' wounded secondary catches much-needed break with Commanders WR setback

The Dallas Cowboys are entering Week 7 of the NFL season in a familiar situation. When the team takes the field, it will be with a reshuffled secondary amid a flurry of injuries.

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The 'NFL 100-touchdown club' quiz

How many of the NFL players to find the end zone at least 100 total times in their career can you name in five minutes?

The '100 receiving-yards-per-game NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Rookie 100-receiving-yard NFL games' quiz

The 'Last 175-scrimmage-yard games by NFL team' quiz

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The most regrettable NFL coach firings of all time

Many teams have made missteps regarding a separation from a head coach or coordinator. Some have been straight firings, others de facto dismissals described as mutual separations.

Dallas Cowboys News / Field Level Media / October 17

Cowboys CB Trevon Diggs out Sunday after accident at home

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs sustained a concussion in an "accident at his home" on Thursday and has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the visiting Washington Commanders, head coach Brian Schottenheimer said.

Jerry Jones News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 17

Cowboys’ Jerry Jones gets brutally honest on defensive woes

The Dallas Cowboys’ defense is bad, and Jerry Jones knows it. Through six games, only the Baltimore Ravens have allowed more points than the Cowboys, who have surrendered the most yards, passing yards, and first downs per game in the NFL.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

Arch Manning salvages season with Red River Rivalry win

Manning taunted Oklahoma fans

Bijan Robinson has a simple message for Texas QB Manning

Ty Simpson has Heisman moment in road win at No. 14 Missouri

Penn State QB Drew Allar's season comes to an end after injury

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 17

Seeming Cowboys advantage unexpectedly erased by 'accident' to starting player ahead of Commanders matchup

Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer took fans and media members by surprise when he opened his Friday press conference by announcing cornerback Trevon Diggs is out for Week 7.

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The 'NFL 100-touchdown club' quiz

The 'Oldest starting QB by NFL team' quiz

The '2024 TD catch leaders by team' quiz

The 'NFL total touchdown pass leaders' quiz

CeeDee Lamb News / Inside The Star / October 17

Will this Cowboys rising star fade with CeeDee Lamb’s return?

When CeeDee Lamb went down with a multi-week ankle injury in a Week 3 loss in Chicago, it felt like the sky was going to fall for the Dallas offense. Instead, we’ve seen George Pickens, Jake Ferguson, and an unexpected Cowboys rising star emerge.

George Pickens News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 17

NFC Notes: George Pickens, Cowboys, Commanders, Giants

Cowboys WR George Pickens is playing out the final year of his rookie contract. When asked if he’s open to staying in Dallas long term, Pickens responded: “I wouldn’t mind it.

Dak Prescott News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 17

Cowboys' Dak Prescott is NFL's most 'betrayed quarterback' thanks to putrid defense

This season has been frustrating for the Dallas Cowboys, who enter Week 7 with a 2-3-1 record. Dallas has been on fire offensively, overcoming injuries along the offensive line and at wide receiver thanks to the elite performance of quarterback Dak Prescott.

CeeDee Lamb News / Field Level Media / October 16

Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb (ankle) ready to return in Week 7

Dallas Cowboys receiver CeeDee Lamb plans to return to action on Sunday, ending a three-game injury absence. Lamb, recovering from a high left ankle sprain, took limited practice reps on Thursday for the second day in a row, then declared himself fit to oppose the visiting Washington Commanders this week.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 16

What does CeeDee Lamb's return mean for Cowboys' George Pickens?

CeeDee Lamb's return creates big questions for Cowboys' George Pickens usage

The Dallas Cowboys are going to get their No. 1 wide receiver, CeeDee Lamb, back in the lineup on Sunday when they take on the Washington Commanders. What does that mean for George Pickens?

Cowboys WR George Pickens' most important priority could lead to him leaving Dallas

Offenses could run wild as Cowboys, Commanders face off

Fantasy football Week 7: Five players set to smash projections

25 NFL offensive stars of yesteryear you probably forgot about

The 'NFL receiving yard leaders since 2022' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Larry Brown Sports / October 16

Cowboys coach had legendary comment about CeeDee Lamb's return

Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer had a legendary quote about CeeDee Lamb’s return to the team.

Cowboys risk wasting Dak Prescott's MVP-caliber season amid defensive struggles

Cowboys WR George Pickens' most important priority could lead to him leaving Dallas

Why the Cowboys’ matchup with Commanders is more important than you think

Terrible NFL head coaches who only lasted one season

The 'NFL receiving yard leaders since 2022' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Larry Brown Sports / October 16

Report: Cowboys have interest in trading for star pass-rusher

The Dallas Cowboys have had a major hole to fill along their defensive front since they traded Micah Parsons, and they may be interested in another All-Pro player who would be able to address that need.