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The 2026 NFL draft will be here before we know it, and the Dallas Cowboys have a chance to reload their roster with two picks in the opening round. With the 12th and 20th selections, they could add two premier players, or they could trade back and replenish some of the picks they traded away.

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Cowboys veteran makes it clear who he wants as new defensive coordinator

After an awful season on defense, the Dallas Cowboys are continuing the process of finding a new defensive coordinator. Dallas officially fired defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus on Jan.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / January 17

3 candidates get one step closer to becoming Cowboys defensive coordinator, and they all share a common theme

Out of nine known candidates the Dallas Cowboys are interviewing for their defensive coordinator opening, three are getting one step closer to landing the gig—and more could follow.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 17

Cowboys dark horse defensive coordinator candidate lands 'mastermind' label

Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer said his team would cast a wide net while searching for their next defensive coordinator, and that's exactly what they've done.

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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

Javonte Williams News / Inside The Star / January 17

Signing Javonte Williams paid off for Dallas in 2025

The Dallas Cowboys came into the 2025 season looking to begin a season with a new starting running back for the third straight year. The question they faced was who would be the next player in the line of succession?

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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 / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 16

Cowboys rumors: Dallas looking at Eagles assistant for open DC job

The Dallas Cowboys are in search of a new defensive coordinator after the club fired Matt Eberflus shortly after the end of the regular season. With the front office casting a wide net for the role, rumors suggest the club is eyeing a defensive assistant coach from the Philadelphia Eagles.

NFL News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 16

Noteworthy NFL playoff rule could impact Cowboys' defensive coordinator search

The Dallas Cowboys are exploring their options as the franchise tries to find the right voice to fill a crucial position. Following the regular-season, the Cowboys elected to fire defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus after sitting at the bottom of the NFL in most metrics.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 16

Potential new favorite emerges in Cowboys defensive coordinator search

Things are heating up for the Dallas Cowboys as they search for their next defensive coordinator. After several virtual interviews, they're setting up in-person meetings with multiple candidates.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 16

Cowboys defensive coordinator search adds in-person interview with division rival

The Dallas Cowboys' search for a new defensive coordinator will shift to phase two this weekend, with in-person interviews beginning to take shape. On

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 16

Cowboys line up two in-person interviews in defensive coordinator search

Defense was a major issue for the Dallas Cowboys in 2025, surrendering more than 30 points per game under Matt Eberflus. The veteran coach was relieved of his defensive coordinator position after just one year, and the Cowboys are casting a wide net as they look for his replacement.

Brandon Aubrey News / Total Apex Sports / January 16

Dallas Cowboys: NFL Insider Reveals Plans For All-Pro Kicker Brandon Aubrey

As the Dallas Cowboys approach a pivotal offseason, securing special teams stability appears to be a top priority. Reports indicate that the franchise

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

NFL News / Total Apex Sports / January 16

Dallas Cowboys Legend Set To Be Inducted Into College Football Hall Of Fame

Former Dallas Cowboys cornerback and Kansas State standout Terence Newman has earned one of college football’s highest honors. On Friday, it was announced that Newman will be inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame as a member of the 2026 class, a recognition of his dominant career as one of the most versatile players of his era.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / January 16

Cowboys land a 'phenom' in 2026 NFL Mock Draft that fixes one of the team's self-admitted top concerns

Last week, the Dallas Cowboys admitted what were their top concerns going into an offseason in which they desperately need to fix the defense. Both happened to be addressed in the latest Mock Draft put together by our college football experts Adam Holt and Rob Gregson at A to Z Sports.

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The '4,000-yard NFL passers' quiz

The 'Most passes thrown by NFL season' quiz

The 'Winning NFL playoff debuts' quiz

The 'Passing + Rushing TD playoff games' quiz

College Football News / Total Pro Sports / January 16

There Is One NFL Head Coaching Job That Deion Sanders Would Consider Taking

Colorado head coach Deion Sanders has stated many times that he would not leave college to coach an NFL team. However, he has come close to it before. When Cowboys owner Jerry Jones parted ways with Mike McCarthy, Sanders did think about the possibility of coaching his former team.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 16

Former first-round draft bust back among 21 Cowboys on UFL rosters

It's a safe bet that the Dallas Cowboys will be paying attention to the UFL once again this spring. They've found some star players through this league, including kick returner KaVontae Turpin and kicker Brandon Aubrey.

Javonte Williams News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 16

3 affordable free agent RBs the Cowboys could target if Javonte Williams walks

The Dallas Cowboys went bargain shopping at running back in 2025, signing Javonte Williams to a one-year deal worth $3 million. Through incentives, he increased his salary to $4 million, which was a steal for Dallas.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 16

Cowboys great earns one of college football’s highest honors

In 2003, the Dallas Cowboys were determined to fix their roster. They were so serious about this that Jerry Jones signed legendary head coach Bill Parcells and allowed him to make most of the roster decisions.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / January 16

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.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 16

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.

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.

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 / 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.

George Pickens 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.

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The 'NFL playoffs receiving yards leaders' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Total Pro Sports / January 14

Dallas Cowboys Identify Big-Name NFL Running Back To Replace Javonte Williams

The Dallas Cowboys need to make some moves. Javonte Williams brought his career back to life, and he’s likely looking at a big contract now. That’s why, as much as they would love to keep the former Denver Broncos star around for longer, that won’t be possible.