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Brian Schottenheimer Admits Cowboys Criticism Is Deserved, Turns To Former Navy SEALs For Support

FRISCO, Texas — Dallas Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said Thursday that some of the criticism aimed at him over the past two weeks is deserved, and that he leans on his pastor, a group of former Navy SEALs, and coaches around the league to stay grounded with Dallas at 2-4.

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DeMarvion Overshown Practices Fully As Cowboys' Dee Winters, KaVontae Turpin Sit Out

FRISCO, Texas — Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown was a full participant in practice Thursday for the first time since a Week 1 hamstring injury, while linebacker Dee Winters and returner KaVontae Turpin did not practice as Dallas opened its week for Monday night’s game at Philadelphia.

Quinnen Williams News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Quinnen Williams Believes Dallas Can Still Reach Its Goals in 2026

The Dallas Cowboys still believe they can turn their season around despite a difficult stretch, and defensive tackle Quinnen Williams is confident the team has the talent to accomplish its goals in 2026.

Dallas Cowboys News / Pro Football Rumors / October 23

Week 7 DeMarvion Overshown Return Expected; Cowboys Open Marist Liufau’s Practice Window

Reeling on defense despite a host of moves to bolster the unit, the Cowboys head into a pivotal Monday-night matchup with the Eagles. While the rest of the NFC East is struggling, Dallas is 2-4 carrying issues of its own.

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How many of the most recent NFL quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards in a game for each team can you name in five minutes?

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Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Brian Schottenheimer Challenges George Pickens to Improve Blocking

Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer has made it clear that George Pickens must contribute in more ways than catching passes as the team prepares for its Week 7 matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles.

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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.

Jerry Jones News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 22

Every reason Cowboys’ Jerry Jones must not sell farm for 2027 NFL Draft picks amid disastrous season

The Dallas Cowboys face a pivotal NFC East game on Monday Night Football. And Brian Schottenheimer said the team could be a trade deadline buyer. And here is every reason Cowboys owner Jerry Jones must not sell the farm for 20276 NFL Draft picks amid a disastrous season.

Dallas Cowboys News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 22

Cowboys HC Brian Schottenheimer makes brutally honest declaration on facing criticism for 2-4 start

Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer took accountability Thursday for the team’s 2-4 start, saying the Cowboys have earned some of the criticism coming their way.

Quinnen Williams News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 22

Quinnen Williams trying to find ‘game-changer’ form to fix Cowboys defense

Quinnen Williams knows that the Dallas Cowboys must improve on the defensive side of the ball for the rest of the 2026 NFL season. Dallas possesses great talent on offense with Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens.

George Pickens News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Cowboys Announce George Pickens News on Thursday

George Pickens and the Dallas Cowboys have not had the start to the 2026 NFL season they were hoping for, dropping to 2-4 after a 23-13 loss to Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers.

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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.

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Dak Prescott News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Cowboys Facing Troubling Dak Prescott Development After 6 Games

The Dallas Cowboys have stumbled to open the 2026 NFL season and currently sit with a disappointing 2-4 record. The Cowboys have lost back-to-back games and enter Week 7’s matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles with hopes that they can generate some momentum.

Dallas Cowboys News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 22

Cowboys’ Brian Schottenheimer grabs attention with Jerry Jones truth bomb

The Dallas Cowboys have not had the start to the 2026 season they hoped for. Dallas is 2-4 on the season and still struggling on the defensive side of the ball.

George Pickens News / A to Z Sports / October 22

‘He needs to understand’ – Cowboys have a message for George Pickens as they look for ways to fix struggles on offense

This is the first time the Dallas Cowboys have publicly pointed out George Pickens needing to level up his effort on gameday. George Pickens proved he can be one of the best wide receivers in the NFL when he earned second-team All-Pro honors in 2025 playing for the Dallas Cowboys.

Marist Liufau News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 22

Cowboys Designating OLB Marist Liufau To Return

Per Joseph Hoyt, the Cowboys are designating OLB Marist Liufau to return from injured reserve. Liufau has 21 days to practice and get activated to the 53-man roster or he will revert to injured reserve for the rest of the year.

Tanner McKee News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 22

Cowboys facing make-or-break prime-time game against Tanner McKee’s disheveled Eagles

The Dallas Cowboys are still tinkering with their defense. And Stephen Jones remains confident in the coaching staff. But the Cowboys face a make-or-break prime-time game against Tanner McKee’s disheveled Eagles.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / October 22

Dallas Cowboys Go Shopping: Using our trade simulator to find help for a struggling defense, 3 moves that work

Jerry Jones says the Cowboys would rather buy than sell, so I ran the A to Z Sports trade simulator to see which defenders Dallas can realistically afford.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / October 22

Cowboys' Jones addresses recent conversations with Schottenheimer

Cowboys' Jerry Jones addresses recent conversations with Brian Schottenheimer amid hot-seat rumors

Dallas dropped to 2-4 on Oct. 18.

Why Chargers' stadium situation could lead to them firing Jim Harbaugh

Ex-Michigan coach believes in Harbaugh despite Chargers' putrid season

Aaron Glenn given strong warning on job security amid Mike Tomlin chatter

Three head coaches facing $250,000 fines for 'conduct toward game officials'

NFL mulling major replay change that would let fans see inside reviews

NFL News / Trade Talk Sports / October 21

Cowboys sign QB Kyle Trask: Is his seven-year wait over?

There’s something interesting about the Dallas Cowboys signing Kyle Trask to their practice squad.

Cowboys reportedly may make one more major trade after Stephen Jones tease

Cowboys' Brian Schottenheimer responds to Stephen Jones vote of confidence

ESPN analyst suggests Cowboys could sell George Pickens ahead of trade deadline

Jerry Jones reveals scenario in which Cowboys could move impact player ahead of trade deadline

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Cornell Green News / Field Level Media / October 21

Legendary Cowboys DB Cornell Green dies at 86

Former Dallas Cowboys star defensive back Cornell Green died Wednesday. He was 86. The Cowboys announced Green's passing but didn't reveal a cause of death.

Josh Sweat News / Pro Football Rumors / October 21

Cowboys Not Planning Seller Trades; OLB Josh Sweat On Radar?

Back-to-back losses moved the Cowboys to 2-4. While that would position a team to consider dealing away pieces at a trade deadline, Dallas is in a strange position due to the NFC East’s lack of quality.

Jerry Jones News / Yardbarker / October 21

Jerry Jones reveals scenario in which Cowboys could move impact player ahead of trade deadline

Jones addressed potential trade scenarios for the Cowboys.

Cowboys' Stephen Jones gives Brian Schottenheimer vote of confidence, addresses possible future trade

Cowboys have ugly record when scoring under 30 points since 2025

Cowboys' Brian Schottenheimer responds to Stephen Jones vote of confidence

Two-minute drill: Primetime showdowns, divisional clashes, Eagles lose QB Jalen Hurts for season, more

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / October 22

Cowboys reportedly may make one more major trade after Stephen Jones tease

The 3-2-1 New York Giants currently sit atop the NFC East division standings.

Cowboys' Stephen Jones gives Brian Schottenheimer vote of confidence, addresses possible future trade

Cowboys have ugly record when scoring under 30 points since 2025

Cowboys' Brian Schottenheimer responds to Stephen Jones vote of confidence

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Charles Snowden News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 20

Falcons Signing DE Charles Snowden Off Commanders’ PS

NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports the Falcons are signing DE Charles Snowden to the 53-man roster off the Commanders’ practice squad. Snowden, 28, was a three-year starter at Virginia and earned second-team All-ACC honors in his final season.

George Pickens News / Yardbarker / October 20

ESPN analyst suggests Cowboys could sell Pickens ahead of trade deadline

ESPN analyst suggests Cowboys could sell George Pickens ahead of trade deadline

Questions about the future of Pickens beyond the ongoing season have hovered over the organization since even before he signed his franchise tender earlier this year.

Cowboys' Stephen Jones gives Brian Schottenheimer vote of confidence, addresses possible future trade

Cowboys' Brian Schottenheimer responds to Stephen Jones vote of confidence

Brian Schottenheimer, Dak Prescott share blunt admissions after Cowboys' loss to Packers

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