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Cowboys cannot have a repeat of poor LB play in 2026, what’s the fix?

I think by now we all understand that the Dallas Cowboys linebackers were a disaster a year ago, and if they want to compete as a defense in 2026 under Christian Parker, they need better play or better players.

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NFL Makes Final Decision on Incident From Cowboys Game

The Dallas Cowboys have suddenly emerged as one of the hottest teams in the NFL. This team has notched up three straight wins, which include victories of the defending champions, the Philadelphia Eagles, and the mighty Kansas City Chiefs, within the span of five days.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / November 23

Cowboys Player Facing NFL Punishment Decision Over Eagles Incident

The Dallas Cowboys are looking to make a statement win on Sunday as they face the defending champions, the Philadelphia Eagles, at AT&T Stadium. The Cowboys enter the contest with a 4-5-1 record after their 33-16 victory against the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 11.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / November 9

The Curious Case of Marist Liufau

Through the first half of the 2025 season, the Dallas Cowboys defense has been a disappointment, but one bright spot that continues to shine in limited opportunities is LB Marist Liufau.

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The 'Super Bowl starting QBs' quiz

How many of the starting quarterbacks from every Super Bowl can you name in nine minutes?

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Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / October 7

Cowboys would be wise to continue with youth at linebacker

The Dallas Cowboys have been forced to dig deep into their depth chart at linebacker, but what was once seen as a setback has turned into one of the more encouraging developments of the season.

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The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history

The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / October 7

3 Emerging Defenders Who Sparked A Cowboys’ Defensive Revival

The Dallas Cowboys have finally found their defensive spark. Marist Liufau, Shemar James, and James Houston took advantage of more snaps and delivered energy, pressure, and production that reignited the unit in Week 5.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / September 28

Cowboys' second-year LB finally gets opportunity to shine after surprise inactive

A surprise scratch ahead of Sunday night's Dallas Cowboys-Green Bay Packers game has Matt Eberflus's defense turning to a couple of young players to step up in primetime.

Marist Liufau, girlfriend Sonia Citron share adorable linkup in cowboy hat, jersey

During the Dallas Cowboys' season-opening loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, one of the biggest surprises was the lack of usage for linebacker Marist Liufau.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / September 11

Cowboys' Marist Liufau expected to play bigger role vs Giants in Week 2

Dallas Cowboys fans were disappointed with the result of the team's Week 1 showdown against the Philadelphia Eagles, but what really stood out was the lack of production from second-year linebacker Marist Liufau.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / September 8

Marist Liufau needs more than 6 defensive snaps

The Dallas Cowboys defense looked better in the second half of the loss to the Eagles on Thursday night, but one issue we knew would happen was the lack of a pass rush, still a lot of positives outside the first half.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / September 6

2 Cowboys defenders who deserved more playing time Thursday night

The Dallas Cowboys may have fallen short in Thursday night’s rivalry clash against the Philadelphia Eagles, but the defense still showed flashes of resilience.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / September 4

Sonia Citron in full support of Dallas Cowboys, Marist Liufau ahead of season opener

In less than an hour, the Dallas Cowboys will take the field against the Philadelphia Eagles in the first game of the NFL season. It has been a long summer of a million predictions.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / September 4

This underrated Dallas Cowboys player could become a breakout star

The Dallas Cowboys are coming off an injury-riddled 2024 campaign that saw them finish 7-10. Entering the new year, key players such as Dak Prescott are healthy once again, giving them hope for a rebound season.

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Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / August 12

Stock keeps rising for Cowboys 2nd-year defender

After the first preseason game against the Rams, the Dallas Cowboys have more than enough to fix, but not all was bad on Saturday and the stock of a second-year player continues to rise.

Marist Liufau's girlfriend Sonia Citron reps Cowboys LB before big WNBA win in Dallas

Dallas Cowboys linebacker Marist Liufau put together a strong performance in Week One of the NFL preseason, despite the team's all-around struggles. Liufau even received high praise from the coaching staff for his "gritty" effort.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / August 10

Cowboys' head coach impressed by 'gritty' performance from Marist Liufau

The Dallas Cowboys came out flat against the Los Angeles Rams before settling down in the second half. They made it a much closer game, but head coach Brian Schottenheimer would have surely liked to see a better start.

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / July 26

Second-Year Leap for Cowboys Linebacker Marist Liufau?

Dallas Cowboys second-year linebacker Marist Liufau has emerged as an early standout during the first week of training camp. Liufau credits experience as the best teacher, saying it's helped him approach this year’s camp with greater confidence and comfort.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / June 7

Cowboys’ LB room gets a boost with a bulked up Marist Liufau

Dallas Cowboys LB Marist Liufau has made significant strides this offseason, both physically and mentally, positioning himself as a strong contender for a starting role in the team’s competitive linebacker unit.

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / April 15

ESPN Hits Cowboys Star With Brutal Blow at WNBA Draft

On the first day of voluntary practice for the Dallas Cowboys, young linebacker Marist Liufau was absent as he celebrates his girlfriend Sonia Citron in New York City at the WNBA Draft.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / December 14, 2024

NFL makes bizarre decision on Joe Burrow facemask fine

The NFL made a strange decision on a potential fine for Dallas Cowboys linebacker Marist Liufau for his facemask on Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow last Monday.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / October 8, 2024

Cowboys are leaving no doubt they were being honest about their love for rookie that's demoted former starter

From the moment they drafted linebacker Marist Liufau on the third round of the 2024 NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys have told everyone who listened that

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / August 8, 2024

Three players to watch in Cowboys' first preseason game

The Cowboys will wrap up Week 2 of the NFL preseason with a game against the Rams on Sunday. Here are three players Dallas fans will want to keep an eye on.

Did Cowboys HC take shot at Giants over training-camp fights?

Is Trey Lance disappointing in first full training camp with Cowboys?

Analyst thinks Cowboys should 'cap' offer to Dak Prescott at this number

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Dallas Cowboys News / 5 GOATs / May 27, 2024

Marist Liufau on playing with Cowboys: ‘It feels like I belong here’

The Dallas Cowboys added some major juice to the linebackers room this offseason when they drafted former Notre Dame star Marist Liufau. The third-round pick is feeling right at home at the Star as he heads into his first NFL preseason.

Dallas Cowboys News / Pro Football Rumors / May 9, 2024