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Dallas Cowboys 'Mount Rushmore' of 2000s revealed

Dallas Cowboys fans are sick of hearing about how the team has failed to have any postseason success since the 1990s. Ring culture has bled into every sport, and now, younger fans feel like teams are not successful unless they've won a championship.

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Cowboys All-Century team wraps up with the best coaches of the past 25 years

We’ve reached the final installment of my All-Quarter Century Dallas Cowboys Team, celebrating the best players and contributors from the 2000 season through the end of 2024.

Texas A&M DC Jay Bateman Praised by Son of Dallas Cowboys Legend

The Texas A&M Aggies' defense saw a slight step back in the 2024 season, their first under coordinator Jay Bateman, which can be expected. Figuring out the scheme, building chemistry with the coach, amongst other things, it's an entire process.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / June 27

Cowboys legend is one of NFL Draft's most valuable picks of millennium

The Dallas Cowboys have had an elite history of tight end play since their franchise began, including names like Jay Novacek, Billy Joe Dupree and Doug Cosbie.

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NFL News / Ole Miss Rebels on SI / June 21

Ole Miss Football Offers No. 1 Linebacker in America, Son of NFL Great Jason Witten

Argyle (Tex.) Liberty Christian four-star linebacker Cooper Witten continues his meteoric rise up the recruiting rankings ahead of his junior campaign in the Lone Star State.

Dallas Cowboys News / CBSSports.com / June 18

Cowboys All-Quarter Century Team: Tony Romo, Dak Prescott, DeMarcus Ware, Jason Witten lead the way

A look at Dallas' best in the 21st century spanning the last 25 seasons

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / June 17

Elite five-star recruit and son of former NFL great makes major statement about where Ohio State stands in his recruitment

While the Ohio State Buckeyes remain focused primarily on building out their 2026 recruiting class, they’re also off to a strong start in 2027. The Buckeyes already have two commitments, including wide receiver Jamier Brown, the No.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / June 15

Ohio State Receives Critical Message from 5-Star Recruit, Son of NFL Legend

The Ohio State Buckeyes are hoping to land five-star linebacker Cooper Witten, who is also the son of legendary NFL tight end Jason Witten. However, a rather significant wrinkle was thrown into Witten's recruitment: the departure of defensive coordinator Jim Knowles.

Tennessee Volunteers News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / June 6

Tennessee Football Legacy Recruit Recaps Visit To Knoxville

The Tennessee Volunteers have been actively targeting some of the best players in the 2027 recruiting class, as they have yet to land their first commit in that class.

'Tennessee is not recruiting him like that' - Vols insider explains how UT is approaching the recruitment of Jason Witten's son

2027 five-star linebacker Cooper Witten is one of the most coveted football recruits in the nation. He's also the son of Tennessee Vols legend Jason Witten.

Texas Longhorns News / Gridiron Heroics / May 17

Texas Longhorns Extend Offer to Son of Dallas Cowboys Legend

The Texas Longhorns are coming off of a season that saw them go 10-3 overall and 6-2 in the SEC. While they are expected to, once again, be competitive in 2025, they are always looking to the future, just as all other college football programs are.

Texas Longhorns Offer Son of Dallas Cowboys Legend, No. 1 LB in 2027 Class

With commitments coming in hot and fast for their 2026 recruiting class, the Texas Longhorns are already setting some groundwork for the 2027 recruiting class.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / May 16

College Football Powerhouse Extends Offer To Jason Witten’s Son

Jason Witten was a longtime staple of the Dallas Cowboys as a tight end. Now, his son, Cooper, is earning major interest from college programs. Cooper Witten, who is a linebacker in the Class of 2027, has garnered interest from programs such as Baylor, Tennessee, Oklahoma, LSU, Arkansas, SMU, Michigan, Oregon and Texas A&M, among others.

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The 'Walter Payton Man of the Year award winners' quiz

How many of the players to win the NFL's prestigious Walter Payton Man of the Year award since 2000 can you name in five minutes?

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / April 13

Cowboys Eyeing 'Jason Witten 2.0' As Top NFL Draft Pick

FRISCO - We can make an argument that there is some clarity regarding a Dallas Cowboys' "wish list'' for the NFL Draft and its early rounds. Keep it simple. A receiver like Tetairoa McMillan or Matthew Golden in the first round, and then a running back like Omarion Hampton or TreVeyon Henderson in the second round?

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Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / March 24

Jason Witten's son takes another step toward an elite college football program as Dallas Cowboys legend's legacy continues

It's no secret the Witten name isn't going away anytime soon in the world of football. Jason Witten, the former Dallas Cowboys tight end who's undoubtedly heading to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, is still coaching at the high school level.

Texas A&M Aggies News / Texas A&M Aggies on SI / March 7

Texas A&M Aggies to Host Five-Star Son of Dallas Cowboys Legend on Visit

The Texas A&M Aggies will be among eight schools to host one of the top linebackers in the 2027 recruiting class on a visit this spring. As first reported by On3.com's Mike Singer, the Aggies will host 2027 five-star linebacker Cooper Witten for a visit on April 17.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / February 21

Jason Witten has lofty long-term career goal

Around this time next year, we will probably be praising Dallas Cowboys legendary TE Jason Witten for making it to the Hall of Fame on his first opportunity.

Dallas Cowboys News / Pro Football Rumors / February 13

Franchise legend open to future position with Cowboys

The All-Pro tight end will not be with the team in 2025, though, and he recently confirmed a position on Dallas’ staff was never discussed.

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Dallas Cowboys News / The Spun / February 12

Jason Witten Doesn't Hold Back On Coaching The Dallas Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys' coaching search took several directions this offseason, and there were several interesting candidates. From the already-hired Bill Belichick and Deion Sanders to former players and Super Bowl winners, the list of potential head coaches on the Dallas sideline included some of the biggest names in football.

Dallas Cowboys News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 27

Jason Witten Will Not Be Part Of Cowboys’ 2025 Staff

The Dallas Cowboys will not be hiring Jason Witten as part of their 2025 coaching staff, according to owner Jerry Jones. “Certainly, Jason is an outstanding coach,” Jones said of Witten, via ProFootballTalk.

Dallas Cowboys News / Larry Brown Sports / January 13