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Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / October 23
After a week of heavy scrutiny, Caleb Downs will love to hear the latest Dallas Cowboys injury update
The Dallas Cowboys opened PJ Locke’s practice window on Friday. And while he’s technically a backup safety, his return matters far more for their first-round rookie than you might think.
Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / October 21
Buying or Selling 5 Dallas Cowboys Storylines at 2-4: Is Caleb Downs truly struggling?
The Dallas Cowboys head into Week 7 with noise surrounding a first-round rookie, a new cornerback, the pass rush, and a struggling offense. Not all of it holds up on film.
Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 20
Cowboys Week 6 Stock Report: Joey Porter Jr. Leads 3 Rising, Caleb Downs Among 6 Falling
The Dallas Cowboys enter Week 7 of the 2026 campaign in a rut after yet another loss to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday that pushes Dallas to a 2-4 record.
The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz
Can you name the active NFL players with at least 3,000 rushing yards through the end of the 2025 season?
Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Sports Journal / October 18
Brian Schottenheimer Admits Cowboys Haven't Used Caleb Downs As Planned
FRISCO, Texas — Dallas Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said Wednesday that injuries at safety have forced rookie Caleb Downs to play deeper than the team designed, and that Dallas wants to get him closer to the line of scrimmage and into the nickel.
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.
Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 17
Cowboys Hoping to Make Change With Caleb Downs' Role in Week 6 vs. Packers
With the Dallas Cowboys having been ravaged by injuries in the secondary this season, it has forced them to deploy rookie defensive back Caleb Downs in a less preferred spot.
Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 16
Caleb Downs Responds to Cowboys Legend Saying Dallas is 'Hopeless'
Dallas Cowboys legend Michael Irvin ripped into his former team after the dreadful loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 5 and Caleb Downs has shared his thoughts on one of Irvin's comments in particular.
Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / October 14
Cowboys Rookie Grades: Caleb Downs Holds Up in Coverage, but One Number vs. Bucs Is a Problem
Caleb Downs did his job in coverage Thursday night. The rest of his evening against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers is what the Dallas Cowboys need to fix. The rookie safety missed three tackles in the 24-16 loss at AT&T Stadium, on a night when Tampa Bay ran for 241 yards on 39 carries.
Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / October 12
Cowboys’ 2026 NFL Draft Class Earns A- After Week 5
The Dallas Cowboys’ 2026 NFL Draft class is already showing signs of becoming a significant part of the team’s future, even as the defense continues to struggle.
Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / October 9
Cowboys Rookie Caleb Downs Ranked No. 6 on Defense, and Joey Porter Jr. Could Change His Role
Caleb Downs has been as advertised for the Dallas Cowboys, which is more than can be said for the defense around him. The rookie safety landed at No. 6 in NFL.com’s quarter-mark ranking of defensive rookies, and the write-up came with a hint that his job may be about to change.
Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 4
Caleb Downs Reveals Truth About Field Conditions In Dallas Cowboys' Rio Game
The Dallas Cowboys lost a 34-31 heartbreaker to the Baltimore Ravens in Brazil last week, falling to 1-2 in the process. The thrilling finish almost made everyone forget about the conversation that dominated the headlines in the days leading up to kickoff.
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 / Athlon Sports / October 3
Cowboys rookie Caleb Downs sends strong message on Joey Porter Jr. trade
The Dallas Cowboys made one of the biggest moves of the week when they acquired cornerback Joey Porter Jr. from the Pittsburgh Steelers, and the early reaction inside the locker room has been overwhelmingly positive.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 2
Cowboys' Brian Schottenheimer shares fresh Joey Porter Jr. update for Texans game
During a Friday morning appearance on Dallas sports radio station 105.3 The Fan, Schottenheimer shared an update on Porter's status for this Sunday's game between 1-2 Dallas and the 0-3 Houston Texans at Houston's Reliant Stadium.
Dallas Cowboys News / The Lead / September 30
Caleb Downs Is Transforming the Cowboys Defense
In just three games, Caleb Downs is already showing fans and coaches why he was worth the hype. Through the first three games of his rookie season, Downs has recorded 21 total tackles, one sack, and three forced fumbles.
Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 29
Caleb Downs Makes Feelings Clear About Field Conditions In Rio
RIO DE JANEIRO — Caleb Downs wore cleats with seven studs Sunday at Maracanã Stadium, where the Dallas Cowboys lost 34-31 to the Baltimore Ravens in the NFL’s first game in Rio de Janeiro.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 28
What Caleb Downs said about Cowboys’ disaster defense vs. Lamar Jackson, Zay Flowers to lose Ravens game
Before facing a heartbreaking loss in an international thriller, the Dallas Cowboys received significant preseason recognition. ESPN insiders polled league
Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / September 16
Cowboys rookie Caleb Downs opens up on disappointing debut
The Cowboys defense gave up 394 yards of offense and 28 points in the first test of the season, dropping the opener to a seemingly lesser New York Giants team.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 13
Bears live up to Ben Johnson's preseason proclamation with win over Panthers
Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson said he wants to set NFL scoring records this season.
Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / September 3
Cowboys' Caleb Downs gets good news in season outlook
The Dallas Cowboys have a fresh season ahead, and they're at least hoping it takes them to the playoffs for the first time in years.
Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / September 1
Cowboys' Caleb Downs could have a historic first season in Dallas
The Dallas Cowboys are heading into a new season with one of the top draft picks of the crop in Downs.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 19
Saints WR Chris Olave gives Cowboys rookie Caleb Downs welcome-to-the-NFL moment
Highly touted Dallas Cowboys rookie safety Caleb Downs bit the dust for, perhaps, the first time in his football career on Tuesday.
Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / August 14
What Cowboys’ unofficial depth chart could mean for Caleb Downs
The Dallas Cowboys’ defense simply wasn’t good enough last year, finishing third-worst in the NFL in yards per game and worst in points per game. It’s why they spent five of their first six selections in this year’s draft on defense, with defensive back Caleb Downs becoming the team’s first-round pick.
Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / August 13
Why Caleb Downs should wear the green dot for Cowboys defense
The Dallas Cowboys don't have to look far for the player who could eventually become the communication hub of their defense. They should give Caleb Downs the green dot.
Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / August 10
Cowboys extend star DT Quinnen Williams with huge three-year deal
The Dallas Cowboys are continuing to make real efforts to improve a defense that was among the worst in the NFL last season.
Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / July 24
Will McClay Explained How the Cowboys Stole Caleb Downs in the 2026 NFL Draft
Will McClay said the Cowboys gave themselves about a 3% chance of Caleb Downs still being on the board when Dallas picked in the 2026 NFL Draft. I had to listen to that statement a couple of times when I heard it because 3% is crazy low odds.
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