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NFL News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 5
Cowboys find diamond in the rough after James Houston's Week 5 performance
The Dallas Cowboys' final score of their Week 5 win over the New York Jets makes the game look a lot closer than it really was. From the opening kick, this game was all Cowboys.
Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 4
Cowboys edge rusher deserves more playing time heading into Week 5
The Dallas Cowboys are on the road in Week 5. On Sunday, the team will meet the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Playing a team with zero wins doesn't mean the Cowboys can overlook the Jets on Sunday.
NFL News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / September 30
Cowboys newcomer James Houston has been team's best defensive player
There aren't too many bright spots in Matt Eberflus's defense but newcomer James Houston has been a surprising standout through four weeks, so much so that he may be the team's defensive MVP for September.
The 'NFL passer rating leaders' quiz
How many of the NFL's yearly leaders in passer rating in the Super Bowl era (since 1966) can you name in seven minutes?
Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / August 26
Cowboys send veteran DE to IR, giving hope for preseason star to make roster
The Dallas Cowboys have already dropped a few bombshells on Tuesday, with roster decisions being made before the cut deadline. Earlier today, it was reported that the Cowboys would be waiving UDFA wide receiver Traeshon Holden, who had become a fan favorite in Dallas.
Which NFL players are the most interesting trade candidates?
The NFL trade deadline looms in early November, and several teams with seller profiles have emerged. Here are the top candidates to be traded before that point.
Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / August 19
Cowboys free agent edge rusher shares playing style that makes him stand out
The Dallas Cowboys have one game remaining on their preseason slate of the 2025 schedule. That means one final time for some players to make a strong impression to make the 53-man roster.
Detroit Lions News / Inside The Star / August 18
James Houston has done enough to make the Cowboys roster
Through two preseason games, there is not much to write home about for the Dallas Cowboys. They have been bad in nearly everything, but one guy is making a huge impression on me and, hopefully, the coaching staff and the front office.
Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / August 17
Cowboys' FA signing makes it impossible for team to leave him off 53-man roster
The Dallas Cowboys' slow start to preseason play shouldn't be any cause for concern. But it is never easy to see your favorite team lose 31-13. Even if the game won't count when the calendar turns to September.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / August 5
Coach Prime’s first NFL pick could be stealing a roster spot in Dallas
Before he ever walked the sidelines in Boulder, Deion Sanders was building something at Jackson State. And one of the first players who truly reflected his vision was James Houston IV.
Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / August 5
First-ever Deion Sanders draft pick making strong push for Cowboys roster spot
Before their first practice of training camp, the Dallas Cowboys added some competition at the defensive end position by signing James Houston IV. Now in his fourth NFL season, Houston was originally a sixth-round pick of the Detroit Lions in 2022.
Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / July 24
Newest Cowboys DE makes huge impression as 'last man on field' after practice
The Dallas Cowboys brought in some defensive end reinforcements before the start of training camp in Oxnard, California, with three players working out for the team.
2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10
With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.
Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / July 23
Cowboys new face is a long shot to make final roster
With all the stuff going on with the Dallas Cowboys, some news you might have missed over the weekend was a player they added who, as a rookie, showed some promise on the defensive line.
NFL News / HBCUs on SI / July 22
Former HBCU Football Star James Houston IV Signed By Dallas Cowboys
HOUSTON - Former Jackson State defensive star James "The Problem" Houston IV was signed by the Dallas Cowboys after the team gave him a workout on Monday.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / July 22
Cowboys, DE James Houston agree to deal
The Cowboys are among the teams making free agent moves just ahead of training camp. Veteran defensive end James Houston has a deal in place, as first reported by Jon Machota of The Athletic.
Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / July 21
Cowboys work out Deion Sanders protégé who made career-changing move with Coach Prime
Dallas Cowboys training camp is officially underway, but the team had some other business to take care of before taking the field for the first practice on Tuesday, July 22.
Report: Dallas Cowboys working out multiple edge rushers including Jesse Luketa, Kameron Cline and James Houston
The Dallas Cowboys worked out a trio of passer rushers in preparation for the start of training camp this week. According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, the Cowboys brought in Jesse Luketa, Kameron Cline and James Houston.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 27
Browns Claim DE James Houston Off Waivers From Lions, Among Other Moves
Ian Rapoport reports that the Browns have claimed DE James Houston off of waivers from the Lions. Houston was never able to build upon an impressive rookie season when had eight sacks on only about 100 snaps and wound up being waited by Detroit.
Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 26
Lions Cutting DE James Houston
According to Jeremy Fowler, the Lions are cutting DE James Houston today. It’s a bit of a surprise but Houston was never able to build upon an impressive rookie season when had eight sacks on only about 100 snaps. Detroit’s pass rush is a sore point for them but Houston hasn’t been able to make himself a factor.
NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 13
James Houston Looked More 'Confident' Against Texans
The Detroit Lions have been seeking consistent production from pass rusher James Houston. Against the Houston Texans, Aaron Glenn's defense got a boost of production from the third-year defensive end, in Sunday's come from behind victory at NRG Stadium.
Lions LB James Houston denies having unfortunate accident during SNF vs. Texans
Detroit Lions (8-1) linebacker James Houston was trending Sunday night… for all of the wrong reasons. In the second quarter of the 26-23 Week 10 road victory over the Houston Texans (6-4), Houston was part of a group of defenders which helped stop running back Joe Mixon for a loss of three yards.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 11
Lions LB James Houston Denies Having Unfortunate Accident
Detroit Lions linebacker James Houston had one of his best performances of the 2024 season against the Houston Texans. After bursting onto the scene his rookie season, Houston's sophomore campaign was cut short due to injury.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / October 24, 2024
Lions should be eyeing chance to showcase James Houston for a trade vs. Titans
When talking about what the Detroit Lions might give up if they make a trade before the Nov. 5 deadline, future draft picks are the focus. But there is a player who could garner interest on the trade market, if his value can be boosted.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / October 18, 2024
James Houston has to be down to his last chance with the Lions
For the better part of two months, since he somehow made the initial 53-man roster, Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell has talked about James Houston like he's basically a non-entity.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / October 3, 2024
James Houston has to be out of chances with Lions after rough Week 4 performance
James Houston burst onto the scene for the Detroit Lions late in his 2022 rookie season with eight sacks over the final seven games. A fractured ankle in Week 2 last season torpedoed the idea of a second-year breakout, and gave him a mulligan heading into this year.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / July 5, 2024
Analyst reminds Lions fans why they shouldn't forget about James Houston
The Detroit Lions have beefed up their roster between free agency and the draft, and on paper, look to have one of the deeper groups in the NFL. With that in mind, many still see a weakness at edge rusher and a veteran addition could come in handy.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / January 18, 2024
Lions activate linebacker from injured reserve
The Detroit Lions will be getting linebacker James Houston back in the fold off injured reserve as they prepare for the divisional round of the NFL playoffs.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / December 29, 2023
Lions make big move with young defensive stud
The second-year pro has been sidelined since the second game of the season thanks to a broken ankle.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / December 3, 2023
Lions’ James Houston 'at least a few weeks away' from return
Lions’ second-year edge defender James Houston is “at least a few weeks away” from returning to game action.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / July 22, 2023
Four young Detroit Lions primed for a breakout 2023 season
After starting their 2022 campaign 1-6, the Detroit Lions put the league on notice with an 8-2 closing run to finish the season with their first winning record since 2017.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / June 19, 2023
James Houston wants to be 'chess piece' for the Lions defense
Houston joined the Lions late in the 2022 season and made an immediate impact. Now, he's hoping he can pick up where he left off while showing off his versatility.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / June 9, 2023
Lions second-year defensive players poised to make a jump this season
It's common for professional athletes to experience a decline in performance during their second year, known as the sophomore slump. Hopefully, these players will have a better season in their second year.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / May 31, 2023
Detroit Lions stock up, stock down
With training camp still a few months away, teams throughout the NFL continue to evaluate their rosters. We've done some evaluating of our own, examining the Detroit Lions and whose stock is rising and falling.
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