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Donovan Wilson Hopes To Stay With Cowboys; Malik Hooker A Cut Candidate?

Since coming off the board in the sixth round of the 2019 draft, safety Donovan Wilson has been a career-long Cowboy. A trip to free agency awaits Wilson in the next few weeks, but the seven-year veteran hopes to stay in Dallas, Calvin Watkins of the Dallas Morning News reports.

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Cowboys to Potentially Lose All-Pro Player to NFC Contender

The Dallas Cowboys experienced a somewhat improved season in 2025 under first-year head coach Brian Schottenheimer. The Cowboys concluded the season with a 7-9-1 record, following a 7-10 record the previous year.

NFL News / Yardbarker / February 20

Minkah Fitzpatrick has a no-brainer trade destination

The Miami Dolphins are going through another fire sale, moving on from Tyreek Hill and Bradley Chubb earlier in the week. That has cast doubts over Minkah Fitzpatrick's future with the organization.

George Pickens News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 20

3 moves Cowboys must make to clear salary cap space in 2026 NFL offseason with George Pickens deal looming

While Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer pats himself on the back about his DC hire, the team is likely moving toward a franchise tag for a star player.

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The 'Most seasons played by NFL team' quiz

How many of the players in the Super Bowl Era to spend the most seasons with each franchise can you name in five minutes?

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

The 'Last 100-yard-receiving rookie by team' quiz

The '2024-25 NFL rushing leaders' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / February 20

Cowboys Urged to Trade for Super Bowl Champion Defensive Back

2025 was a tough year for the Dallas Cowboys, especially on defense. Their secondary struggled throughout the year, giving up a league-worst 4,276 passing yards and 35 touchdown passes.

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Who is the best all-time defensive back for every NFL franchise?

As NFL rules have changed, defensive backs' job descriptions have transitioned. Here is our best attempt at identifying the premier DB performer in each NFL franchise's history.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / February 20

Consensus Dallas Cowboys NFL Mock Draft Picks Highlight Major Needs

The Dallas Cowboys are putting a heavy focus on improving the defense during the NFL offseason, with an immediate change of leadership after the firing of Matt Eberflus and hiring of new defensive coordinator Christian Parker.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / February 20

Dallas Cowboys Rookie Class Propped Up by Two Standouts

The Dallas Cowboys were expected to make a splash in the first round of the 2025 NFL draft, with fans clamoring for help at wide receiver. They could have gone for someone like Ohio State wide receiver Emeka Egbuka, who would have filled a major need.

NFL News / Inside The Star / February 20

Draftkings has Cowboys battling for playoff spot in projected win total

It is only the third week of February, but you can bet on anything and everything at any point of the year. With that said, projected win totals by Draftkings Sportsbook dropped the other day, and I don’t even think Vegas knows how to projected how the season will go for the Dallas Cowboys.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / February 20

Dallas Cowboys Insider Names Player To Watch in Revamped Defense

The Dallas Cowboys' defense will undergo major changes for the 2026 NFL season, following the hiring of new defensive coordinator Christian Parker. Dallas will be moving to a 3-4 base defense under Parker, but will still use multiple fronts.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / February 20

New Dallas Cowboys' 2026 NFL Mock Draft Revamps Christian Parker's Secondary

The Dallas Cowboys hired new defensive coordinator Christian Parker to kick off the NFL offseason, and you can expect him to put his fingerprints on the team immediately.

NFL News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / February 20

Christian Parker Embraces Cowboys-Eagles Rivalry After Crossing Enemy Lines

Christian Parker is making an interesting move. After spending two seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles, he now takes over as the defensive coordinator for the Dallas Cowboys.

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The 25 greatest NFL players who never made a Pro Bowl

Let’s take a look at some of the biggest and most recognizable names that never were voted into or played in the Pro Bowl.

Dak Prescott News / Inside The Star / February 20

If the Dallas Cowboys Want Cap Space, It Starts With Dak Prescott

The Dallas Cowboys are staring at a supposed salary cap problem, but I don’t see it that way. They’re projected to be more than $30 million over the cap.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / February 20

Dallas Cowboys Reveal Full Coaching Staff for 2026 NFL Season

The Dallas Cowboys have undergone some major changes to the coaching staff to kick off the NFL offseason. The first year under head coach Brian Schottenheimer featured some highs and lows, but it was ultimately a major disappointment to miss the playoffs once again.

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The 'TD-catch leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'Receiving leaders by NFL season' quiz

The 'NBA All-Star MVPs' quiz

The 'Multiple 20-assist NBA games' quiz

George Pickens News / Gridiron Heroics / February 19

NFL Expert Reveals ‘Best Team Fit’ for Star WR George Pickens

As the 2026 NFL free-agency period takes shape, one of the league’s most intriguing wide receivers has drawn attention for his ideal landing spot. George

Dallas Cowboys News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 19

NFC Notes: Matt Nagy, George Pickens, Cowboys, Giants Cap Cuts

Cowboys WR George Pickens finished his first year in Dallas after being acquired from the Steelers. Pickens, who is an impending free agent, said he enjoyed the 2025 season. “Doing something new for me, just getting acclimated with the guys and the coaches and the teammates, was one of the first steps that I wanted to do.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / February 19

The Dallas Cowboys defensive coaching staff is complete, and here's the best thing about it

One day after introducing Christian Parker as the new Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator, the team officially announced the finalized defensive coaching staff.

Dallas Cowboys News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 19

Cowboys Officially Announce 2026 Coaching Staff

The Dallas Cowboys have officially announced their coaching staff for the 2026 season under HC Brian Schottenheimer. The following are new hires to Dallas’

Matt Eberflus News / A to Z Sports / February 19

It took one press conference for new Cowboys DC Christian Parker to show how he's different from Matt Eberflus

For those wanting new Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Christian Parker to be significantly different than his predecessor, Matt Eberflus, Wednesday's press conference was a promising one.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / February 19

Dallas Cowboys Given Underwhelming 2026 Projected Win Total

2025 was a frustrating season for the Dallas Cowboys. Despite a potent offense, their struggling defense held them back all year, resulting in a 7-9-1 campaign.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / February 19

New Cowboys DC just outlined nickel as one of his biggest priorities, and here are 3 in-house options for the role

Defensive coordinator Christian Parker wants a standout football player to play nickel for the Dallas Cowboys in 2026. In Philadelphia, where he was defensive pass game coordinator the last couple of years, he had All-Pro Cooper DeJean manning the slot.

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / February 19

Cowboys Named 'Obvious' Trade Candidate for $73 Million Safety

The Dallas Cowboys missed the playoffs for a second straight season. Under first-year head coach Brian Schottenheimer, the team went 7-9-1 and finished in second place in the NFC East.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / February 19

NFL insider sends warning to Cowboys about using franchise tag on George Pickens

Do the Cowboys have another messy contract situation on the horizon?

Green Bay Packers could pounce on potential Dallas Cowboys cap casualty

Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones Predicts Major Turnaround for Team in 2026 Season

New Cowboys DC Christian Parker says team will have to get its 'head out of the sand'

The 'Most 140-yard-games in one NFL season' quiz

Brian Schottenheimer News / Inside The Star / February 19

Cowboys 2026 Draft: Day 3 Quarterbacks Built for Schottenheimer

The Cowboys 2026 NFL Draft conversation has not had much mention about quarterbacks, but Dallas may find a developmental prospect on day 3 of the draft.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / February 18