Cody Warren

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Cody Warren is a sports journalist at InsideTheStar.com, where he has published 302 articles reaching over 1 million readers. He is a Law Enforcement Officer with nearly 20 years of professional service across multiple assignments, bringing investigative rigor and a commitment to factual accuracy to his Dallas Cowboys coverage.

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by Cody Warren

Howell vs. Milton: Cowboys QB2 Battle Stays Tight

The Dallas Cowboys don’t have a clear answer in the race to back up Dak Prescott after the first game of the preseason, but…

August 20, 2026, 8:00 am

Jonathan Mingo and Camden Brown celebrate together in the end zone during a Dallas Cowboys preseason game against the Seattle Seahawks.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Dallas Pass Catchers Make Their Case in Preseason Game 1

The top of the Cowboys’ receiving group is set, but this isn’t what mattered against Seattle in the first preseason game. The questions are…

August 19, 2026, 8:00 am

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

The Cowboys 2026 Backup Offensive Line is Scary… In a Bad Way

Dallas’ backup offensive line had issues against Seattle in their first preseason game, especially when the Cowboys tried to run the ball early. The…

August 18, 2026, 8:00 am

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Cowboys Preseason Game 1: A Running Back Conundrum

The first Cowboys preseason game gave us some real football to finally talk about. The position I want to discuss first is running back, and the box score doesn’t tell the whole…

August 17, 2026, 8:00 am

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

The 25 Best NFL Catch Rates Reveal a Surprising Cowboys Receiver

I started looking through the 2025 receivers numbers expecting to see the same names at the top, like Puka Nacua, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Ja’Marr Chase, George Pickens, and CeeDee Lamb. The Cowboys…

August 15, 2026, 6:00 am

New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez walks off the field carrying his helmet while wearing his No. 0 jersey.

NFL

by Cody Warren

Maxx Crosby vs Christian Gonzalez: A Cowboys Bet?

Maxx Crosby and Christian Gonzalez are two very different answers to the same Cowboys problem: this defense needs another difference-maker. I’ve been trying to talk myself into Crosby wearing a Cowboys uniform…

August 14, 2026, 12:00 pm

Terence Steele standing on the field while staring off into the distance.

NFL

by Cody Warren

What We Fear About Terence Steele In 26′

I went into this article with one thought: Is Terence Steele the worst right tackle in the NFL? I thought I had a pretty good answer to that question before I started…

August 13, 2026, 6:00 am

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott in action during a game, wearing his team uniform and helmet, pointing with his right hand, promoting NFL football excitement and team spirit.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Cowboys Fans Misunderstand What a Franchise Quarterback Is

There is one thing about the Dak Prescott argument that’s never made much sense to me. Call Dak a franchise quarterback and somebody will bring up Troy Aikman, Roger Staubach and Super…

August 12, 2026, 8:00 am

Cowboys

by Cody Warren

Quinnen Williams Deal Proves Dallas Can Pay Pickens in 26′

For months, the money question in Dallas has been pretty simple for us fans. How are the Cowboys supposed to keep George Pickens and Quinnen Williams when Dak Prescott and CeeDe Lamb…

August 11, 2026, 10:00 am

Buffalo Bills linebacker Matt Milano, No. 58, lines up in a defensive stance during an NFL game.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

3 Free Agent Linebackers the Cowboys Should Call

We can always keep an eye on free agents, and I was about ready to leave the Cowboys’ linebacker room alone with their rookie making noise. I have seen the highlights and…

August 10, 2026, 8:00 am

Dallas Cowboys tight end Michael Trigg, No. 46, lines up during a team practice.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Cowboys Should Make Room for Michael Trigg in 26′

I’ve liked Michael Trigg since Dallas signed him after the draft, and nothing in training camp has changed my mind. If anything, I may be more interested now than I was. I…

August 9, 2026, 6:00 am

CeeDee Lamb drops a pass near the end zone during a Dallas Cowboys game as teammates and defenders look on.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

CeeDee Lamb’s Drops Went Away. So What Happened?

I’ve watched CeeDee Lamb make enough ridiculous catches as a Cowboy that you almost expect the hard ones to be the easy ones. Throw it behind him, put a defender in his…

August 8, 2026, 6:00 am

Las Vegas Raiders edge rusher Maxx Crosby looks down during a game as Dallas considers whether a receiver-based trade package could bring him to the Cowboys.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

The Raiders Receiver Search Can Rekindle 1 Cowboys Desire

The Las Vegas Raiders were in on the bidding for wide receiver Stefon Diggs before he decided to sign with the Washington Commanders. This is the type of thing I read and…

August 7, 2026, 8:00 am

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Ryan Flournoy Can Climb the Cowboys’ No.19 List

Ryan Flournoy wants to build a tradition around No.19 in Dallas and another jump in year 3 could put him past several familiar names sooner than later. I never thought too much…

August 6, 2026, 8:00 am

Tyler Guyton takes the field for the Dallas Cowboys, showing why Dallas has its answer at left tackle for the 2026 season.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Dallas Has Their Answer at Left Tackle for 2026

Well, the Dallas Cowboys didn’t want to see Tyler Guyton fail at left tackle, but they did make him earn his position this year. I think that may have sent the biggest…

August 5, 2026, 8:00 am

Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham lines up in a defensive stance during training camp.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

The Cowboys May Not Have A Linebacker Problem in 2026

I was ready for the Cowboys to trade for a linebacker. I’ve written about the need and how we need to trade for Jordyn Brooks. Even after the Dee Winters trade early…

August 4, 2026, 8:00 am

Miami Dolphins edge rusher Chop Robinson looks toward the sideline during a game. Robinson is a possible Dallas Cowboys trade target.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Cowboys Edge Trade Targets: 5 Good Names to Watch

Cowboys EDGE trade targets are worth digging into before Dallas decides on another expensive veteran or a blockbuster deal is the only way to add to the defense. We have watched the…

August 3, 2026, 8:00 am

Jordyn Brooks jogs onto the field wearing the Miami Dolphins’ white No. 20 uniform.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Jordyn Brooks and the 1 Clue Everyone Missed

Jordyn Brooks might be the clue everyone missed, or just flat out dismiss, while trying to figure out exactly what the Cowboys have been working on behind the scenes. We all know…

August 2, 2026, 6:00 am

Dallas Cowboys rookie wide receiver Anthony Smith stands at practice waiting to get involved in camp.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

2 Cowboys Training Camp Dark Horse Hopefuls

Training camp can make just about anyone look better than they really are. That’s just the nature of the beast with no pads and tackling. One deep catch goes viral on social…

August 1, 2026, 6:00 am

Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams carries the football during a game.

Training Camp

by Cody Warren

Cowboys 26′ Training Camp: The Running Back Room Just Got Interesting

I didn’t think I would be talking about the Cowboys’ running back room after two practices, but here we are. My train of thought going into this camp was Javonte Williams is…

July 31, 2026, 6:00 am

Quinnen Williams representing the Dallas Cowboys after being selected to the team’s leadership council.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

2026 Leadership Council Reveals Cowboys’ New Direction

The Brian Shottenheimer leadership council isn’t some new idea for the Dallas Cowboys. Jason Garrett used season captains, and Mike McCarthy worked with rotating captains and a leadership group of his own.…

July 30, 2026, 8:00 am

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones smiles while wearing a Cowboys cap and sunglasses on the sideline.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Jerry Jones Just Pushed All the Cowboys Chips In… Again

Surprisingly, Jerry Jones hasn’t talked much this offseason, and it has been nice and weird. Normally, we hear about how this season’s team is a Super Bowl contender several times now, but…

July 29, 2026, 8:00 am

Cowboys

by Cody Warren

The Cowboys Defense Had a Problem the Numbers Barely Explain

We spent most of the offseason talking about the wrong problem for the defense. Every conversation about the Cowboys’ defense circles back to the same stuff, like the pass rush, secondary, turnovers,…

July 28, 2026, 8:00 am

NFL

by Cody Warren

The Cowboys Secondary Will Have to Prove Its Worth in 2026

After looking at the Cowboys’ 2026 schedule, I have come to the conclusion that this rebuilt secondary better be the real deal. Dallas is going to see these receivers: Malik Nabers x2…

July 27, 2026, 8:00 am

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Cody Warren

Howell vs. Milton: Cowboys QB2 Battle Stays Tight

Dallas Pass Catchers Make Their Case in Preseason Game 1

The Cowboys 2026 Backup Offensive Line is Scary… In a Bad Way

Cowboys Preseason Game 1: A Running Back Conundrum

The 25 Best NFL Catch Rates Reveal a Surprising Cowboys Receiver

Maxx Crosby vs Christian Gonzalez: A Cowboys Bet?

What We Fear About Terence Steele In 26′

Cowboys Fans Misunderstand What a Franchise Quarterback Is

Quinnen Williams Deal Proves Dallas Can Pay Pickens in 26′

3 Free Agent Linebackers the Cowboys Should Call

Cowboys Should Make Room for Michael Trigg in 26′

CeeDee Lamb’s Drops Went Away. So What Happened?

The Raiders Receiver Search Can Rekindle 1 Cowboys Desire

Ryan Flournoy Can Climb the Cowboys’ No.19 List

Dallas Has Their Answer at Left Tackle for 2026

The Cowboys May Not Have A Linebacker Problem in 2026

Cowboys Edge Trade Targets: 5 Good Names to Watch

Jordyn Brooks and the 1 Clue Everyone Missed

2 Cowboys Training Camp Dark Horse Hopefuls

Cowboys 26′ Training Camp: The Running Back Room Just Got Interesting

2026 Leadership Council Reveals Cowboys’ New Direction

Jerry Jones Just Pushed All the Cowboys Chips In… Again

The Cowboys Defense Had a Problem the Numbers Barely Explain

The Cowboys Secondary Will Have to Prove Its Worth in 2026

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