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Dillon Thieneman Could be the Cowboys’ 2nd First Round Pick

When I look at the Dallas Cowboys heading into the first round, I keep coming back to the same thought: if they go defensive end or linebacker early, they shouldn’t hesitate to go defense again.

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Cowboys won't have to look far for ideal 'Plan B' at defensive coordinator

The Dallas Cowboys' search for a new defensive coordinator is in full swing, with nine candidates in the mix through the first phase of the search. Dallas' wide net of candidates across the league includes coaches with various levels of NFL experience.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / January 16

Cowboys offense was good, but struggled in 1 major area

Shifting gears just a little bit from the posts about the defensive coordinator, draft picks and everything else, I wanted to touch base on the Dallas offense a little bit.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 16

How NFL draft development plays role in Cowboys defensive coordinator search

The Dallas Cowboys' offseason is underway, and there has been some reason for excitement through the few weeks since the team was eliminated from NFL playoff contention.

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The '4,000-yard NFL passers' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history with at least one 4,000-passing-yard season on their resume can you name in 10 minutes?

The 'Passing leaders by NFL franchise' quiz

The 'No. 1-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz

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

Matt Eberflus News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 16

Cowboys assistant earns a look at open DC spot amid Matt Eberflus firing

The Dallas Cowboys’ defense was the downfall of the team last season. After Micah Parsons was traded prior to the season, many expected Dallas’ defense to struggle.

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Who had the most sacks in a season during the NFL's pre-modern era?

Thanks to pro-football-reference.com's addition of unofficial sack totals to players' resumes, more clarity has emerged about the best pass-rushing years from previous eras.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 16

Stephen Jones optimistic about Cowboys' defensive coordinator search process

The Dallas Cowboys' search for a new defensive coordinator is in full swing, with nine candidates in the mix to kickstart the process. More names could come with a second wave of interviews, but Cowboys EVP Stephen Jones recently shared the latest on the team's approach.

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / January 15

Cowboys Share Update Ahead of NFL Offseason Decision

The Dallas Cowboys parted ways with now former defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus on Jan. 6, just two days after their final game of the season. The Cowboys lost to the New York Giants in their season finale, 34-17, marking their fourth defeat in the final five games of the campaign.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 15

What defensive scheme makes most sense for Cowboys right now?

After one frustrating season with Matt Eberflus running the defense, the Dallas Cowboys are looking for a new defensive coordinator. They've cast a wide net, looking at coaches who run all sorts of schemes.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 15

Dallas Cowboys assistant gets defensive coordinator test run at Shrine Bowl

The Dallas Cowboys will have a large presence at the 2026 East-West Shrine Bowl later this month, as NFL draft season kicks into full swing with the first college football all-star game featuring a group of 2026 prospects.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / January 15

Cowboys coaches will be pitted against each other in a way that could give Dallas a big advantage

A couple of Dallas Cowboys coaches will be facing each other in a football game when they take over for different sides of the East-West Shrine Bowl, which is set to be played on Jan.

Brandon Aubrey News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 15

Cowboys could reset kicker market as Brandon Aubrey nears extension talks

Already in offseason mode, the Dallas Cowboys have a lot of decisions to make with pending free agents. Much of the attention has been focused on unrestricted free agents such as George Pickens, Javonte Williams, and Jadeveon Clowney.

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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.

Dallas Cowboys News / Pro Football Rumors / January 15

Cowboys To Interview Christian Parker, Charlie Bullen, DeMarcus Covington For DC Job

The Cowboys’ search for a new defensive coordinator continues to expand. Dallas will interview Eagles pass game coordinator Christian Parker and Giants interim defensive coordinator Charlie Bullen on Thursday, with Packers run game coordinator DeMarcus Covington scheduled for Friday, according to ESPN’s Todd Archer.

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The 'Most passes thrown by NFL season' quiz

The 'Winning NFL playoff debuts' quiz

The 'Passing + Rushing TD playoff games' quiz

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

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 15

Dallas Cowboys rank higher than expected on NFL misery index

After going 7-9-1 in the first season under head coach Brian Schottenheimer, the tone around the Dallas Cowboys felt rather bleak. After they decided to move on from defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus, there's been a slight rise of cautious hope among the fan base.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 15

Cowboys taking rare approach in DC search, could make franchise history

The Dallas Cowboys are casting a wide net in the team's search for a new defensive coordinator, and they're exploring some unconventional candidates considering the franchise's past.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 15

Dallas Cowboys can do 'whatever they want to do' in NFL free agency

Following a frustrating campaign, the Dallas Cowboys know they have a lot of work to do to contend in the NFC East next year. The first step is to find a new defensive coordinator, a process that's currently underway.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 15

'Dominant' Cowboys defender named most improved in NFL at position

The Dallas Cowboys missed the playoffs for the second consecutive year, but there were some bright spots throughout the season that show promise for the future.

Jake Ferguson News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 15

Dallas Cowboys' Jake Ferguson named finalist for prestigious NFL award

Dallas Cowboys star tight end Jake Ferguson has been named one of three finalists for the NFL Salute to Service Award. Ferguson joins San Francisco 49ers star running back Christian McCaffery and Aaron Jones of the Minnesota Vikings.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / January 15

Recent coaching intel could eliminate one name from the Cowboys’ defensive coordinator search

The Dallas Cowboys are casting a wide net on their search for defensive coordinator with their interview list up to nine candidates so far. But one of them may be about to be scratched off the list by a division rival.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / January 15

Cowboys reportedly haven't changed stance on Pickens despite red flags

Cowboys reportedly haven't changed stance on George Pickens despite red flags

Pickens reportedly caused numerous headaches for the Steelers from 2022 through the end of the 2024 campaign, and some of those issues seemed to resurface this past fall.

Titans interviewing ex-Cowboys coach after John Harbaugh picks Giants

The most significant worst-to-first NFL teams

The 'NFL playoffs receiving yards leaders' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / January 15

Unproven dark horse for Cowboys DC opening fits both what Brian Schottenheimer and Jerry Jones want

We are now up to nine known candidates for the Dallas Cowboys' defensive coordinator opening following the firing of Matt Eberflus. And the latest name to emerge may not cause fans to go crazy, but he is a dark horse candidate to keep a close eye on.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / January 15

Dallas Cowboys' rival is about to make a massive move that's guaranteed to alter the future of the NFC East

Only 15 days into 2026, a new threat emerges for the Dallas Cowboys. And it happens to be the division rival Dak Prescott has dominated throughout his career: The New York Giants.

Daron Bland News / Inside The Star / January 15

Cowboys stuck with another bad contract after DaRon Bland’s 2nd surgery

With all the other offseason news happening right now, if you haven’t gotten the news yet, DaRon Bland, for the second time in as many years, underwent surgery on his left foot.

Jerry Jones News / Athlon Sports / January 14

Jerry Jones Reveals 'One of the Hardest' Cowboys Decisions After Missing NFL Playoffs

Jerry Jones made a lot of big decisions for the Dallas Cowboys this past season. The 83-year-old team owner, president and general manager faced considerable pressure prior to the trade deadline, particularly on the defensive side of the ball.

Donovan Ezeiruaku News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 13

Cowboys DE Donovan Ezeiruaku Arrested On Reckless Driving Charges

According to Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News, Cowboys DE Donovan Ezeiruaku was arrested on reckless driving charges. He was arrested in Plano, Texas, on Monday morning, but later posted bond and was released, with the charges classified as a Class B Misdemeanor.

Donovan Ezeiruaku News / Pro Football Rumors / January 12

Cowboys’ Donovan Ezeiruaku Arrested On Reckless Driving Charge

Cowboys defensive end Donovan Ezeiruaku was arrested yesterday in Texas, according to Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News. Ezeiruaku was jailed for a reckless driving charge.