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Most Underappreciated Offseason Move the Dallas Cowboys Made in 2026

Most Underappreciated Offseason Move the Dallas Cowboys Made in 2026

The theme of the Dallas Cowboys' offseason has been defense, defense, defense. An overhaul was in order for the Cowboys after they had one of the worst units in the NFL last season, which was the biggest reason Dallas fell short of the playoffs.

Dallas Cowboys News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 7
Why ESPN analyst thinks Cowboys still must add another edge despite overhaul

Why ESPN analyst thinks Cowboys still must add another edge despite overhaul

Ever since trading away Micah Parsons, the Dallas Cowboys have been trying to fill their pass rush vacancy. That included selecting former UCF standout Malachi Lawrence with the No.

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 7
Executives send warnings to NFL after Bengals, Cowboys improve defenses

Executives send warnings to NFL after Bengals, Cowboys improve defenses

The defenses of the Cincinnati Bengals and the Dallas Cowboys have long been seen as liabilities for those clubs. Both units should be improved later this year, and that fact has NFL executives impressed with how Cincinnati and Dallas have handled business over the past handful of months. 

Former NFL star sends holdout warning to Cowboys about George Pickens
NFL schedule release 411: Potential release dates, most interesting games and more
Patriots owner Robert Kraft not confident 18-game NFL season is imminent?
The 'NFL tackle leaders by season' quiz
Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 7
Cowboys Named Potential Landing Spot for Alvin Kamara in Post-June 1 Trade

Cowboys Named Potential Landing Spot for Alvin Kamara in Post-June 1 Trade

Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer has challenged his team’s backup running backs to step up this season. Dallas leaned heavily on Javonte Williams, who had a career resurgence with 1,201 yards.

Alex Smith News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'NFL all-time passing leaders' quiz

The 'NFL all-time passing leaders' quiz

36 NFL quarterbacks have thrown for over 35,000 passing yards in their careers. How many of the 36 can you name in six minutes?

The 'NFL Comeback Players of the Year' quiz
The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz
The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz
Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / May 7
ESPN points out a key question surrounding Cowboys roster and it sets them up to make a big move before training camp

ESPN points out a key question surrounding Cowboys roster and it sets them up to make a big move before training camp

The Cowboys did a really good job of adding to the defense during the offseason, but there is one key question that should lead toward another move around the time training camp begins.

NFL News / Yardbarker
The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft
Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs
Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft
2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades
25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season
Dallas Cowboys News / The Spun / May 7
Caleb Downs Has Already Changed His Dallas Cowboys Jersey Number

Caleb Downs Has Already Changed His Dallas Cowboys Jersey Number

Hopefully you didn't order a customized Caleb Downs jersey with the number 18 on it because if you did your order is now woefully out of date. During the Cowboys' rookie minicamp, the newly-minted Cowboys safety wore the number 18.

Brendan Sorsby News / Yardbarker / May 7
Cowboys could be a sleeper suitor for Brendan Sorsby

Cowboys could be a sleeper suitor for Brendan Sorsby

If the Cowboys struggle again this season, they will have to make some tough decisions.

Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby the subject of multiple state gambling investigations
Stephen Jones reveals what Cowboys 'expect' of WR George Pickens
Former NFL star sends holdout warning to Cowboys about George Pickens
The 'Quarterbacks drafted ahead of Tony Romo' quiz
Dak Prescott News / Yardbarker / May 7
Have Cowboys learned lessons from previous Dak Prescott contract mistakes?

Have Cowboys learned lessons from previous Dak Prescott contract mistakes?

Have the Cowboys learned from the past as another Prescott decision looms?

Stephen Jones reveals what Cowboys 'expect' of WR George Pickens
Drew Shelton could compete for a starting tackle position
Colts' Josh Downs sends 'little brother' warning to Cowboys' Caleb Downs about future matchup
The 'Most NFL 300-yard-passing games' quiz
Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / May 7
Cowboys Defense Projection: How Much Better Can Dallas Be in 2026

Cowboys Defense Projection: How Much Better Can Dallas Be in 2026

We will start this Dallas Cowboys defense projection with one ugly truth. Last year was terrible. Dallas gave up 30.1 points per game, dead last in the NFL.

DeAndre Hopkins News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 7
Cowboys Urged to Sign DeAndre Hopkins in Head-Scratching Proposal

Cowboys Urged to Sign DeAndre Hopkins in Head-Scratching Proposal

Defense has been the theme for the Dallas Cowboys this entire offseason. After a disastrous season on that side of the ball, the Cowboys realized they needed a complete overhaul.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / May 7
Colts' Josh Downs sends 'little brother' warning to Cowboys' Caleb Downs about future matchup

Colts' Josh Downs sends 'little brother' warning to Cowboys' Caleb Downs about future matchup

The Indianapolis Colts will host the Dallas Cowboys during the 2026 regular season for a matchup that became more interesting once Dallas made Caleb Downs the 11th overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft. 

Colts' Anthony Richardson Sr. continues to get bad news about trade request
Early projection: Top 10 quarterbacks in the 2027 NFL Draft
The 'No.4-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker
25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / May 7
Cowboys get perfect 'way-too-early' ESPN ranking

Cowboys get perfect 'way-too-early' ESPN ranking

You know what time of the year it is, the most boring time of the year, where all the topics dry up for not just us, but every single place that talks football.

George Pickens News / Yardbarker / May 7
Former NFL star sends holdout warning to Cowboys about George Pickens

Former NFL star sends holdout warning to Cowboys about George Pickens

Is there more drama to come in the Pickens-Cowboys saga?

Cowboys claiming victory about trading Micah Parsons to Packers
The 'Active 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz
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The 'NBA scoring champions' quiz
 The 'NBA scoring champions' quiz
The 'NBA Defensive Players of the Year' quiz
 The 'NBA Defensive Players of the Year' quiz
The '20-point, 15-rebound Game 7's' quiz
 The '20-point, 15-rebound Game 7's' quiz
The 'Active 30-point playoff games' quiz
 The 'Active 30-point playoff games' quiz
Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 7
Biggest Dallas Cowboys Winners and Losers After the 2026 Draft

Biggest Dallas Cowboys Winners and Losers After the 2026 Draft

While the Dallas Cowboys are often praised for their work in the NFL draft, their 2026 class might turn out to be one of the best in recent memory. Dallas needed to rebuild its struggling defense this offseason, and they managed to do exactly that.

Dallas Cowboys News / 5 GOATs / May 6
Caleb Downs changes Dallas Cowboys jersey number from 18 to 13

Caleb Downs changes Dallas Cowboys jersey number from 18 to 13

During the Dallas Cowboys’ rookie minicamp, Caleb Downs wore No. 18 and became the best-selling jersey for the 2026 NFL Draft class. Apparently, he’s already making a switch.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 6
Caleb Downs Gets New Number Ahead of Dallas Cowboys OTAs

Caleb Downs Gets New Number Ahead of Dallas Cowboys OTAs

During the recent Dallas Cowboys rookie minicamp, first-round pick Caleb Downs was sporting a new number. After wearing No. 2 throughout his collegiate career, Downs was given the number 18.

Micah Parsons News / Total Pro Sports / May 6
Dallas Cowboys’ Shocking Updated Feelings About Micah Parsons Trade Will Surprise Everybody

Dallas Cowboys’ Shocking Updated Feelings About Micah Parsons Trade Will Surprise Everybody

Micah Parsons shocked the NFL world when he requested a trade from the Dallas Cowboys after failing to come to an agreement to extend his stay with the Lone Star.

George Pickens News / 5 GOATs / May 6
NFL insider predicts George Pickens will put massive pressure on Cowboys playing on franchise tag

NFL insider predicts George Pickens will put massive pressure on Cowboys playing on franchise tag

In one of the bigger moves this offseason, the Dallas Cowboys placed the franchise tag on receiver George Pickens. The move allowed Pickens to collect $27.3 million while also opening him up to a potential trade.

Dallas Cowboys News / 5 GOATs / May 6
CBS Sports provides reason for optimism for Dallas Cowboys ahead of 2026 season

CBS Sports provides reason for optimism for Dallas Cowboys ahead of 2026 season

Teams are looking for optimism this time of the NFL offseason. Training camp is just on the horizon after the NFL Draft took place in Pittsburgh. Some have more reasons to be excited than others, with one of them being the Dallas Cowboys.

Jadeveon Clowney News / Pro Football Rumors / May 6
Jadeveon Clowney Drawing Interest

Jadeveon Clowney Drawing Interest

Twelve years since he went No. 1 overall in the 2014 NFL Draft, edge defender Jadeveon Clowney has played for seven teams. While he has only lasted more than one season with two of those clubs, the nomadic Clowney has been an effective pass rusher throughout his career.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / May 6
Drew Shelton could compete for a starting tackle position

Drew Shelton could compete for a starting tackle position

As we near the summer months, a lot of content is going to be about poisiton battles and players that might surprise up and grind their way to a starting spot, and the best place for that to start is on the Dallas Cowboys offensive line.

George Pickens News / Larry Brown Sports / May 5
Cowboys still sound uncertain about George Pickens’ future

Cowboys still sound uncertain about George Pickens’ future

The Dallas Cowboys remain adamant that they will not trade wide receiver George Pickens. Whether they see him at mandatory minicamp, however, remains an open question.

Dallas Cowboys News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 5
Cowboys potentially poaching NFC East veteran cornerback

Cowboys potentially poaching NFC East veteran cornerback

The Dallas Cowboys made some big upgrades during the 2026 NFL Draft. Dallas invested in multiple defensive players who could play significant snaps later this fall.

George Pickens News / Pro Football Rumors / May 5
Cowboys Have Not Discussed Trade With WR George Pickens

Cowboys Have Not Discussed Trade With WR George Pickens

George Pickens recently signed his franchise tag, confirming the draft-day revelation that he would be doing so well before mandatory practices commenced.

Dante Fowler Jr News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 5
Seahawks Signing DE Dante Fowler Jr.

Seahawks Signing DE Dante Fowler Jr.

NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports the Seahawks are signing DE Dante Fowler Jr. to a one-year deal worth up to $5 million. Fowler, 31, is a former first-round pick of the Jaguars back in 2015.

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