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James Houston Needs to be Set Free for the Cowboys in 2026

James Houston needs a real shot to start for the Dallas Cowboys in Christian Parker’s new 3-4 defense. I’m not saying James Houston is some perfect every-down linebacker, or that he needs to cover tight ends down the field because that isn’t what he is.

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Troy Aikman answers if he’s sad over not getting a front office role with Dallas Cowboys

Troy Aikman has answered whether he feels disappointed about never receiving a front office opportunity with the Dallas Cowboys, and his response was more realistic than bitter.

Dallas Cowboys News / Total Pro Sports / May 9

Terrell Owens Finally Reveals What Really Went Wrong With The Cowboys

Former NFL wide receiver Terrell Owens opened up about his experience playing for the Dallas Cowboys and how the relationship with the NFC East franchise soured.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 9

Schedule Release Date Set: Everything We Know About Dallas Cowboys Schedule

2025 was a season to forget for the Dallas Cowboys. It began with some in-house drama as Micah Parsons was angling for a new contract. Once talks failed, things turned ugly and Parsons was traded to the Green Bay Packers.

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The 'Multiple 4K-yard NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to throw for at least 4,000 yards in multiple NFL seasons can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL all-time passing leaders' quiz

The 'NFL Comeback Players of the Year' quiz

The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / May 8

The Dallas Cowboys are a part of an unprecedented scheduling problem the NFL is facing, amid other schedule release questions

The Dallas Cowboys’ schedule will be here by next week. Below are the three biggest questions about their schedule release, including a problem around their Rio de Janeiro game versus the Baltimore Ravens.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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 / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 8

Cowboys shockingly low in The Athletic’s NFL post-draft roster rankings

Sure, the Dallas Cowboys’ roster isn’t perfect. But they are very likely to hang on to George Pickens. And if you look at the overall picture, the Cowboys are shockingly low in The Athletic’s NFL post-draft roster rankings.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 8

How Caleb Downs’ Dad Knew Cowboys Safety Was Built Different at a Very Early Age

It didn't take long for new Dallas Cowboys safety Caleb Downs' dad to figure out his son was special. If you've been following along with the stories on Downs after the 2026 NFL Draft, it's clear to see he's just built different.

Dallas Cowboys News / The Spun / May 8

Terrell Owens Appears To Assign Blame For Poor Relationship With Dallas Cowboys

It's no secret that Hall of Fame wide receiver Terrell Owens had a difficult time with the Dallas Cowboys, though the feeling was mutual. But in a new interview with Kyle Odegard of Action Network, Owens revealed that there won't be any happy reunions with the team in the foreseeable future.

Jerry Jones News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 8

Terrell Owens Holds Quite The Grudge With Dallas Cowboys & Jerry Jones

Terrell Owens was one of the NFL's most polarizing figures throughout his 15-year Hall of Fame career. Three of those seasons were with the Dallas Cowboys, with Owens playing for them from 2006 through 2009.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / May 8

Dallas Cowboys’ $33 million gamble could become much more important during OTAs and beyond for obvious reason

The Dallas Cowboys still don’t know who will carry the burden of the green dot on defense. But a surprise candidate was already mentioned by name by head coach Brian Schottenheimer.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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 / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 8

Dallas Cowboys Were Just as Undisciplined as Their Opponents in 2025

Discipline was a huge issue for the Dallas Cowboys during the 2025 campaign. As if the Cowboys weren't battling enough last season, the team also shot itself in the foot far too often when it came to penalties.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 8

Most Concerning Question Mark Cowboys Face With Rookie Malachi Lawrence

We are in the honeymoon period after the NFL Draft where every rookie has a clean slate and promise. Dallas Cowboys first-round pick Malachi Lawrence is obviously in that group.

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The 'Multiple 4K-yard NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NBA scoring champions' quiz

The 'NBA Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

The '20-point, 15-rebound Game 7's' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / May 8

As excited as Dallas Cowboys fans are about Caleb Downs, jersey sales are unlikely to heat up for the rookie any time soon

The Dallas Cowboys know how to sell jerseys. But this time, they might have to be patient with questions surrounding Caleb Downs’ true number for the 2026 NFL season as more changes could be in the horizon.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 8

ESPN Analyst Misses Mark on Dallas Cowboys' Biggest Roster Hole

The Dallas Cowboys deserve credit for the way they reshaped their defensive roster this season. After one of the worst defensive showings the franchise has ever seen, they decided an overhaul was needed.

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 8

Ravens given trade warnings, deadlines amid latest Lamar Jackson contract saga

Quarterback Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens are again involved in a contract-related situation, and things could get messy sooner rather than later.

Have Cowboys learned lessons from previous Dak Prescott contract mistakes?

Calais Campbell Addresses Ravens Deal

Why Kyle Van Noy thinks Aaron Rodgers should retire amid Steelers, Cardinals rumors

The '40-passing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 8

Which Cowboys Day 3 Draft Pick Will Have the Best NFL Career?

Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys had a great haul in the 2026 NFL draft. Naturally, the attention has been focused heavily on their first three picks.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / May 7

Cowboys need to solve this problem to succeed in 2026

The Dallas Cowboys made some stellar moves during the 2026 NFL Draft. But one ESPN analyst doesn't think it's quite enough.

Former NFL star sends holdout warning to Cowboys about George Pickens

Have Cowboys learned lessons from previous Dak Prescott contract mistakes?

Executives send warnings to NFL after Bengals, Cowboys improve defenses

The 'Leading rushers from the 2021 NFL season' quiz

Kenny Moore News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 7

Dallas Cowboys Finally Have Chance to Sign Pro Bowl CB Kenny Moore

The Dallas Cowboys have gotten busy in free agency following the end of the 2026 NFL Draft last week. Dallas signed a pair of veteran wide receivers in Tyler Johnson and Marquez Valdes-Scantling along with adding former San Francisco 49ers linebacker Curtis Robinson.

Dallas Cowboys News / The Spun / May 7

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.

Dak Prescott News / Yardbarker / May 7