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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.

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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 / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 30

Dallas Cowboys Interviewing Two Prominent Defensive Assistants on Friday

Stephen Jones said the Dallas Cowboys want to finalize their coaching staff as early as this weekend. They've ramped up their search, with two in-person interviews set up for Friday.

Dallas Cowboys News / Total Apex Sports / January 30

Dallas Cowboys Fans Ranked Most Stressed During 2025 NFL Season

The Dallas Cowboys fans have been ranked the “most stressed” fanbase in the NFL during the 2025 season. In a recent analysis, VegasInsider found that Cowboys fans were the most stressed fan base in the NFL during the 2025 season, posting the NFL’s highest Fan Stress Index score of 62.75 out of 100.

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The 'Most TD in first two NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history with at least 40 touchdown passes combined in their first two seasons can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last three-passing-TD playoff game' quiz

The 'Super Bowl-winning head coaches' quiz

The 'Last 100-yard rusher by NFL team' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 30

Dallas Cowboys Receive Harsh Review in 2025 Report Card

The Dallas Cowboys had high hopes for the 2025 season after naming Brian Schottenheimer as their new head coach. Jerry Jones believed his positive energy would bring some welcome change, while his previous work as the team's offensive coordinator would allow Dak Prescott and the offense to keep humming.

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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.

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.

Brandon Aubrey News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 30

ESPN’s prediction for Cowboys’ Brandon Aubrey’s next contract

There’s no doubt that Dallas Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey is a favorite of fantasy football managers. But for the Cowboys, his contract isn’t the biggest offseason monetary concern.

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.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 30

7 Senior Bowl Standouts Cowboys Could Target in 2026 NFL Draft

The Dallas Cowboys had something rare happen in 2025. Their leading receiver, running back, and sack artist were all added in the offseason. George Pickens was acquired in a trade and had 93 receptions for 1,429 yards with nine touchdowns.

CeeDee Lamb News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 30

CeeDee Lamb Gifts Air Force Vet, Cowboys Superfan Epic Trip of a Lifetime

Dallas Cowboys star wide receiver CeeDee Lamb is set to make a trip to San Francisco ahead of Super Bowl 60, after being named a replacement for the 2026 Pro Bowl Games.

NFL News / Inside The Star / January 30

What to expect from a Christian Parker defense

With Cowboys new defensive coordinator Christian Parker in the building and already getting to work building his staff, I am sure many are wondering what we should expect to see from his defense?

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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.

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.

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The 'Most TD in first two NFL seasons' quiz

The '100-yards + TD Conference Champ games' quiz

The '14-win NFL quarterbacks' quiz

The 'Youngest Conference Champ QBs' quiz

George Pickens News / Football Analysis / January 30

Why the Cowboys shouldn’t re-sign George Pickens yet

Dallas had one of its most eventful offseasons last summer. While the Micah Parsons trade was the headliner, the George Pickens acquisition also proved to be impactful.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / January 30

Is there hope for Dallas in 2026?

Last week I dropped my way-too-early predictions for the Dallas Cowboys in 2026. I have them at 5-12 after looking at their upcoming 2026 schedule. That number will likely change after free agency, the draft, and training camps wrap up across the NFL.

Dallas Cowboys 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.

Troy Aikman News / Gridiron Heroics / January 29

'A Disappointing Day': Troy Aikman Reacts to Bill Belichick Snub

Troy Aikman, the Dallas Cowboys great and Hall of Famer, expressed clear disappointment after Bill Belichick failed to secure first‑ballot induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

George Pickens News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 29

George Pickens' Dallas Cowboys Future Appears to be Written on the Wall

George Pickens had a breakout season for the Dallas Cowboys in 2025. He fit in with the offense immediately after being traded to Dallas by the Pittsburgh Steelers and led the team in every major receiving category.