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Dallas Cowboys face brutal reality after 24-16 defeat to Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Dallas Cowboys face brutal reality after 24-16 defeat to Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The Dallas Cowboys suffered a frustrating 24-16 defeat to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Thursday night as fans were quick to turn on the team after another disappointing performance.

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The 'NFL most receiving-1st downs' quiz

The 'NFL most receiving-1st downs' quiz

How many of the NFL players to record at least 80 first downs as a receiver in a single season can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Yardbarker
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

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.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Field Level Media / October 8
Jalon Daniels, Bucky Irving carry Buccaneers past Cowboys for first win

Jalon Daniels, Bucky Irving carry Buccaneers past Cowboys for first win

Bucky Irving rushed for a career-high 165 yards and accounted for two touchdowns and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers collected their first victory of the season, prevailing 24-16 over the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday night at Arlington, Texas.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 9
Dak Prescott takes exception to stadium employee's 'embarrassing' jab

Dak Prescott takes exception to stadium employee's 'embarrassing' jab after Cowboys loss

Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott’s frustrating Thursday night continued in the stadium tunnel after a 24-16 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. 

Buccaneers-Cowboys 'TNF' takeaways: Previously winless Tampa Bay exposes Dallas
Visibly frustrated Jerry Jones keeps making big moves but Cowboys keep losing
The 'Most TD-passes by NFL franchise' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 9
Visibly frustrated Jerry Jones keeps making big moves but Cowboys keep losing

Visibly frustrated Jerry Jones keeps making big moves but Cowboys keep losing

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has been overseeing the NFL's most consistently mediocre franchise for the better part of the past 30 years. 

Buccaneers-Cowboys 'TNF' takeaways: Previously winless Tampa Bay exposes Dallas
Buccaneers legend shares strong reaction to Todd Bowles firing rumors
Lions ready to make major change happen, defensive coordinator says
Sean Payton taking over play-calling duties leads to one critical question
NFL Week 4 panic meter: Eagles entering the danger zone
The 'Most 10-sack NFL seasons' quiz
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The 'NFL most receiving-1st downs' quiz
 The 'NFL most receiving-1st downs' quiz
The 'Last 2-rushing-TD duos by team' quiz
 The 'Last 2-rushing-TD duos by team' quiz
The 'Most TD's through four games' quiz
 The 'Most TD's through four games' quiz
The 'NFL RB TD-catch leaders' quiz
 The 'NFL RB TD-catch leaders' quiz
Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / EssentiallySports / October 9
Backlash Mounts Against Al Michaels Over Embarrassing Bucky Irving Call During TNF Game

Backlash Mounts Against Al Michaels Over Embarrassing Bucky Irving Call During TNF Game

Bucky Irving was a crucial part of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ effort against the Dallas Cowboys. He’s become a talking point after a sensational 72-yard rush into Dallas territory.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 9
'TNF' takeaways: Previously winless Bucs expose Cowboys

Buccaneers-Cowboys 'TNF' takeaways: Previously winless Tampa Bay exposes Dallas

Thursday night's result further exposed the Cowboys as being vulnerable against anyone, even an underhanded Buccaneers team with a rookie starting under center.

Frustrated Jerry Jones keeps making big moves but Cowboys keep losing
Dak Prescott takes exception to stadium employee's 'embarrassing' jab after loss
Lions ready to make major change happen, defensive coordinator says
Sean Payton taking over play-calling duties leads to one critical question
NFL Week 4 panic meter: Eagles entering the danger zone
Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Athlon Sports / October 8
When Will Baker Mayfield Return? Latest Injury Update on Buccaneers QB

When Will Baker Mayfield Return? Latest Injury Update on Buccaneers QB

Baker Mayfield will miss his second straight game when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers face the Dallas Cowboys on “Thursday Night Football.” The Buccaneers ruled out their starting quarterback because of a dislocated right thumb, an injury he suffered during their Week 3 loss to the Minnesota Vikings.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 8
Cowboys reveal last-minute Joey Porter Jr. update before Thursday night game

Cowboys reveal last-minute Joey Porter Jr. update before Thursday night game

The Dallas Cowboys made a big move last week by trading for disgruntled Pittsburgh Steelers DB Joey Porter Jr. But Cowboys fans will not see Porter on the field Thursday night. 

Buccaneers legend shares strong reaction to Todd Bowles firing rumors
Lions ready to make major change happen, defensive coordinator says
Sean Payton taking over play-calling duties leads to one critical question
NFL Week 4 panic meter: Eagles entering the danger zone
NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 8
Buccaneers at Cowboys Score Prediction Has Tampa Bay Extending a Streak It Wants No Part Of

Buccaneers at Cowboys Score Prediction Has Tampa Bay Extending a Streak It Wants No Part Of

The last 10 Tampa Bay Buccaneers games have been decided by one score, and that is the most useful fact to carry into Thursday night. The Dallas Cowboys are favored by 8.5 points with a total of 47.5, and with Baker Mayfield ruled out again and rookie Jalon Daniels starting, most national picks call for a comfortable Dallas win.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker / October 8
Bucs legend shares strong reaction to Bowles firing rumors

Buccaneers legend Ronde Barber shares strong reaction to Todd Bowles firing rumors

Some have suggested Bowles could be shown the door as soon as Friday if 0-4 Tampa Bay is blown out at the 2-2 Dallas Cowboys on Thursday night.

Buccaneers may have date in mind for making rumored Todd Bowles decision
Fresh Todd Bowles hot-seat update emerges ahead of Buccaneers' game at Cowboys
Identifying the biggest problem for NFL's five winless teams and whether they can solve it
The 'NFL rookie 150-receiving-yard games' quiz
Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / October 8
Buccaneers Turn to Jalon Daniels Again as Baker Mayfield Remains Out

Buccaneers Turn to Jalon Daniels Again as Baker Mayfield Remains Out

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers fell to 0-4 on Sunday afternoon, extending their difficult start to the 2026 season. Baker Mayfield remains sidelined, and Tampa Bay will turn to his replacement again in Week 5.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 8
Three surprising NFL teams that could be trade-deadline sellers

Three surprising NFL teams that could be trade-deadline sellers

At the beginning of the NFL season, nobody expected several projected contenders to already be staring at a potential lost year after only four games. 

Steelers GM eyeing potential trade?
Texans reunite with Cowboys' former fan-favorite running back
Insiders share different takes on Eagles' intentions after Cam Jurgens trade
Eagles GM Howie Roseman defends bizarre trade with Ravens
Packers-Eagles trade idea sends Saquon Barkley to Green Bay
Five potential trades: Change of scenery for young WRs, 49ers go all-in, more
Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker / October 8
Bucs may have date in mind for making rumored Bowles decision

Buccaneers may have date in mind for making rumored Todd Bowles decision

Arguably the biggest storyline hovering over the 0-4 Buccaneers ahead of their "TNF" game at the 2-2 Dallas Cowboys involves rumors suggesting that the Bucs could fire Bowles if his club is 0-5 on Friday morning.

Fresh Todd Bowles hot-seat update emerges ahead of Buccaneers' game at Cowboys
NFL reporter expands on Todd Bowles hot-seat chatter as winless Buccaneers prepare to face Cowboys
Identifying the biggest problem for NFL's five winless teams and whether they can solve it
The 'Most two passing touchdown NFL games' quiz
Antoine Winfield News / Pro Football Rumors / October 8
Buccaneers S Antoine Winfield To Miss Time

Buccaneers S Antoine Winfield To Miss Time

Buccaneers safety Antoine Winfield is expected to miss two to four weeks with a rib fracture, head coach Todd Bowles said on Monday (via senior team writer Scott Smith).

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 7
NFL Week 5 prime-time predictions: Bijan Robinson-led Falcons keep rolling vs. Ravens

NFL Week 5 prime-time predictions: Bijan Robinson-led Falcons keep rolling vs. Ravens

Each week, Yardbarker previews prime-time NFL games on Thursday, Sunday and Monday nights, predicting the result of each. Here are our Week 5 picks.

Ravens shouldn't rush Lamar Jackson back vs. Falcons
Two-minute drill: Divisional clashes, potential Super Bowl preview, Lamar Jackson among notable injury concerns and more
Fresh Todd Bowles hot-seat update emerges ahead of Buccaneers' game at Cowboys
Cowboys' Jerry Jones addresses futures of Joey Porter Jr., George Pickens; sends trade message to teams
The '4-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz
Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / PewterReport.com / October 7
Dirty Dozen: Tough Thursday Night Test For The Bucs

Dirty Dozen: Tough Thursday Night Test For The Bucs

Pewter Report president Hugh MacArthur, a life-long Bucs follower and NFL fan, offers up his weekly thoughts on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the rest of the league each Tuesday on PewterReport.com in The Dirty Dozen column.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 7
Fresh Bowles hot-seat update emerges ahead of Bucs' game at Cowboys

Fresh Todd Bowles hot-seat update emerges ahead of Buccaneers' game at Cowboys

From the start of the 2022 season through Week 4 of the ongoing campaign, Bowles accumulated a regular-season record of 35-37 and a postseason mark of 1-3 with the Buccaneers.

Why Buccaneers may, may not make Todd Bowles move after Week 5 game vs. Cowboys
NFL reporter expands on Todd Bowles hot-seat chatter as winless Buccaneers prepare to face Cowboys
Identifying the biggest problem for NFL's five winless teams and whether they can solve it
The 'Most two passing touchdown NFL games' quiz
Todd Bowles News / Yardbarker / October 6
NFL reporter expands on Todd Bowles hot-seat chatter

NFL reporter expands on Todd Bowles hot-seat chatter as winless Buccaneers prepare to face Cowboys

A Monday report suggested that Tampa Bay Buccaneers ownership could fire head coach and advertised defensive specialist Todd Bowles if the 0-4 Buccaneers suffer an embarrassing loss at the 2-2 Dallas Cowboys this coming Thursday night.

Important Bucs Starter To Miss Several Weeks
The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

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