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Dallas Cowboys News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 24

Cowboys’ Christian Parker gets real on Mike Pettine not attending practices in new role

Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Christian Parker isn’t concerned about senior defensive assistant Mike Pettine’s absence from team practices. Instead, Parker believes the veteran coach can contribute to the Cowboys’ defensive preparations without spending every session on the field, following Pettine’s recent arrival in Dallas.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 21

New Cowboys 2027 Mock Draft Lands Explosive Interior Defensive Lineman

Despite focusing heavily on defense this offseason, the Dallas Cowboys remain one of the league’s worst defenses. Through the first six games of the season, they’re 30th in yards surrendered and 25th in points.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 18

3x Super Bowl Champion Rips Cowboys for Failing to Prepare for Defensive Problems

Earlier this week, the Dallas Cowboys decided it was time to make some changes to their defensive staff. After seeing their defense get torched by undrafted free agent quarterback Jalon Daniels in Week 5, the Cowboys decided defensive coordinator Christian Parker needed help and they brought in Mike Pettine as their new senior defensive analyst.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Dallas Cowboys News / Pro Football Rumors / October 17

Cowboys DC Christian Parker To Stay On Sidelines; More On Mike Pettine Hire

The Cowboys brought in veteran coach Mike Pettine as a senior assistant this week, raising questions about their confidence in first-year defensive coordinator Christian Parker.

Dallas Cowboys News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 16

Cowboys’ Mike Pettine reveals true role on coaching staff for gamedays

The Dallas Cowboys are looking for solutions as they turn to Mike Pettine to assist them on the defensive side of the ball for the remainder of the 2026 NFL season.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 16

Cowboys' Mike Pettine Officially Arrives, Details How He'll Help Christian Parker

The Dallas Cowboys made some shake-ups to the defensive staff ahead of the team's Week 6 primetime showdown against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 16

Cowboys Confirm Controversial Reporting Structure With Mike Pettine, Christian Parker

With the Dallas Cowboys having major issues on the defensive side of the ball this season, the team has brought in veteran defensive coach Mike Pettine to try and help fix things.

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Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Sports Journal / October 16

Cowboys DC Christian Parker Takes Blame For Mistakes, Details Mike Pettine's New Role

FRISCO, Texas — Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Christian Parker said Thursday that he will most likely stay on the sideline for Sunday night’s game

Dallas Cowboys News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 15

Dak Prescott expects different Cowboys defense after players-only meeting, Mike Pettine hire

Dak Prescott revealed that the Dallas Cowboys defense looks to be different as they seek a resurgence to strong form following a poor start to the 2026 season.

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Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / October 15

Scheme expert explains why Dallas Cowboys’ latest coaching hire is going to help the defense in a major way

The Dallas Cowboys brought in Mike Pettine to do a lot of things. But there’s a tangible effect fans should expect from his arrival. One thing is clear about the Dallas Cowboys’ hire of Mike Pettine as senior defensive assistant: He brings experience to a vastly unexperienced coaching staff.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 15

Rashan Gary discusses Packers Reunion and Mike Pettine

Rashan Gary is preparing for a return to familiar territory when the Dallas Cowboys travel to face the Green Bay Packers on Sunday night. Dallas acquired the veteran pass rusher from Green Bay in March, sending the Packers a 2027 fourth-round pick.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 14

Cowboys' Christian Parker Insulted By Former Head Coach After Mike Pettine Hire

Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Christian Parker entered training camp surrounded by expectations that he could be the next big thing in the NFL coaching world during the 2026 season.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Sports Journal / October 14

Cowboys’ 241-Yard Run-Defense Breakdown Points Directly To Mike Pettine’s Expertise

FRISCO, Texas — Of the 241 rushing yards the Tampa Bay Buccaneers gained against the Dallas Cowboys last Thursday, 182 came on 17 runs that the official play-by-play charted toward a tackle or an end.

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / October 13

Cowboys' Hire of Mike Pettine Sounds a Loud Alarm About the Defense

The Dallas Cowboys hired Mike Pettine as a senior defensive assistant Monday, inserting an experienced former NFL head coach and defensive coordinator into Christian Parker’s staff before Sunday night’s Week 6 game against the Green Bay Packers.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / October 13

Longtime NFL reporter shares bold Cowboys expectation after hiring Pettine

Longtime NFL reporter shares bold Cowboys expectation after hiring Mike Pettine

With 20+ years of NFL coaching experience — both as an assistant and head coach (for two seasons with the Cleveland Browns) — he should be a positive influence on first-year defensive coordinator Christian Parker.

DeMarvion Overshown addresses 'heart to heart' meeting Cowboys defense had after stunning loss to Buccaneers

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Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / October 13