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Cowboys Fans Will Love Eagles CB's Reaction to Christian Parker Hire

The Dallas Cowboys took a significant step forward Thursday when it comes to fixing their awful defense for the 2026 season. Per reports from NFL Network, the Cowboys are "working to hire" Philadelphia Eagles defensive backs coach Christian Parker as the team's next defensive coordinator.

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The Cowboys’ defensive back room was a train wreck in 2025

At one point in recent history, the Dallas Cowboys had one of the best defensive backfields in the NFL. With Trevon Diggs and DaRon Bland at the corners, opposing quarterbacks were going to have a hard time finding their key receivers.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 23

3 Pending Free Agent Targets With Ties to New Cowboys DC Christian Parker

On Thursday, the Dallas Cowboys found their new defensive coordinator, coming to terms with Philadelphia Eagles defensive pass game coordinator Christian Parker.

George Pickens News / Gridiron Heroics / January 23

AFC Coach’s Comment on George Pickens Situation Is Concerning for Cowboys

An anonymous AFC coach’s warning about George Pickens has introduced fresh unease into what had been a feel‑good chapter for the Dallas Cowboys. The veteran coach suggested Pickens may balk at a franchise tag, and that possibility has prompted talk of a drawn‑out offseason standoff that could leave the Cowboys scrambling.

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The 'Last 100-catch season by team' quiz

How many of the most recent players to have 100 catches in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Yardbarker / January 23

Dallas Cowboys get big win by stealing coach from Philadelphia Eagles

The Dallas Cowboys have found their new defensive coordinator, and they've stolen him from one of their biggest rivals.

Cooper DeJean reacts to Cowboys hiring Christian Parker

NFL coach openings tiers: How do available HC, OC and DC jobs stack up?

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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.

NFL News / Total Pro Sports / January 22

Dallas Cowboys Steal New Coach From The Philadelphia Eagles With Sneaky Move

The Philadelphia Eagles are having a hard enough time hiring a new offensive coordinator. And now, they’re set to lose one of their top coaches to their bitter NFC East rivals. Top OC candidates Mike McDaniel and Brian Daboll have rejected the opportunity to join the Eagles.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / January 22

Cowboys' new defensive coordinator Christian Parker is so good it could create a new problem for Dallas in little time

The Dallas Cowboys are sure doing things differently, going from hiring five consecutive defensive coordinators with head coaching experience to landing 34-year-old Christian Parker as a first-time defensive coordinator.

Cooper DeJean News / 5 GOATs / January 22

Cooper DeJean raves over new Cowboys DC Christian Parker: ‘'I don’t think I’d be the player I am without him’

The Dallas Cowboys officially filled their vacancy at the defensive coordinator position on Thursday. Dallas hired Christian Parker, who had been serving as the Philadelphia Eagles’ passing game coordinator/defensive backs coach for the past two seasons.

NFL News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 22

Who Is New Cowboys Defensive Coordinator Christian Parker?

The search is over. After casting a wider net than fans are used to, the Dallas Cowboys found their new defensive coordinator. It was announced on Thursday that Dallas came to terms with Philadelphia Eagles defensive passing game coordinator Christian Parker.

NFL News / Field Level Media / January 22

Reports: Cowboys closing in on Eagles' Christian Parker as next DC

The Dallas Cowboys are working to hire Philadelphia Eagles defensive backs coach and passing game coordinator Christian Parker as their next defensive coordinator, multiple media outlets reported on Thursday.

Dallas Cowboys News / Larry Brown Sports / January 22

Cowboys have chosen a new defensive coordinator

The Dallas Cowboys only had Matt Eberflus as their defensive coordinator for one season. After a flurry of interviews, the Cowboys are working to finalize a deal with their new DC, Philadelphia Eagles passing game coordinator Christian Parker, according to Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero of NFL Network.

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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 / A to Z Sports / January 22

3 reasons to love Cowboys' new defensive coordinator Christian Parker, including impressive All-Pro track record

The Dallas Cowboys have made their choice on who will be the next defensive coordinator: Christian Parker, pass game coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 22

Cowboys Expected to Hire Defensive Coordinator That Could Weaken a Rival

It appears the search for a new defensive coordinator is coming to a close for the Dallas Cowboys. The Cowboys met with multiple candidates virtually, and this week, they started in-person interviews.

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NFL News / Inside The Star / January 22

Cowboys hire Eagles’ Christian Parker as new DC

As you see by the title, the Cowboys are nearly done with a deal to make a rival coach the new defensive coordinator. It is Eagles secondary coach and passing game coordinator Christian Parker.

Dallas Cowboys News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 22

Cowboys tabbing former Eagles coach as new defensive coordinator

The Dallas Cowboys will face plenty of important decisions this offseason. Dallas’ first big task was finding a new defensive coordinator after firing Matt Eberflus following the regular season.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 22

New Cowboys 2026 Mock Draft Lands Physical Leader on Defense

After watching their defense spoil one strong offensive performance after another during the season, the Dallas Cowboys know they have to make some big changes.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / January 22

The Dallas Cowboys finally set to hire Christian Parker as new defensive coordinator, and he gives them exactly what they wanted

After talking to nine candidates for the job, the Dallas Cowboys are working to hire their next defensive coordinator: Christian Parker, most recently pass game coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles.

Dallas Cowboys News / Pro Football Rumors / January 22

Cowboys Hire Christian Parker As DC

The Cowboys are hiring Eagles secondary coach and passing game coordinator Christian Parker as their next defensive coordinator, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.

Dallas Cowboys News / 5 GOATs / January 22

Report: Dallas Cowboys working to hire Eagles secondary coach Christian Parker as defensive coordinator

The Dallas Cowboys are working to hire Christian Parker as their defensive coordinator, per Tom Pelissero. Parker spent the past two seasons as the Philadelphia Eagles’ passing game coordinator and defensive backs coach.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 22