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No Cowboys on IR Ready to Return After 3-Week Minimum

No Cowboys on IR Ready to Return After 3-Week Minimum

The Dallas Cowboys put several players on injured reserve to start the season, hoping to take advantage of the new rules that allow for an unlimited number to be recalled to the active roster. But after serving the three-week minimum on IR, none of these players appear to returning for this week’s game against the Carolina …

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Report: Dak Prescott Named NFC Offensive Player of the Week

NFC East 2021: Cowboys Crush Eagles, Take Control of Division

It may only be Week 3 but few would deny that the Cowboys are the class of the NFC East after these early games. That’s now official as Dallas moved to 2-1 after last night’s rout of the Philadelphia Eagles, making them the only winning team in the division. The Cowboys checked a few boxes with …

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Trevon Diggs

DAL 41, PHI 21: Diggs, Cowboys Play Huge in Home Opener

Many said that tonight’s game would tell us a lot about who the Dallas Cowboys are in 2021. Well if that’s true, then the statement was made with a 41-21 beatdown of the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night Football. The domination was well-rounded tonight. We’ll get to the offense in a minute, but arguably the biggest star …

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Ezekiel Elliott, Dak Prescott

DAL 20, PHI 7: Cowboys Dominating Eagles at Halftime

The home opener for the Dallas Cowboys couldn’t be going much better. They’ve dominated both sides of the ball and even overcome a few errors to build a 20-7 lead over the Philadelphia Eagles at halftime. Ezekiel Elliott and Tony Pollard have picked up where they left off in Los Angeles, combining already for 116 rushing …

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Cowboys Need Both Sides of Offense Tonight vs Eagles

Cowboys Need Both Sides of Offense Tonight vs Eagles

The Cowboys’ first two games have each featured one side of their offense; pass-heavy against the Bucs and run-focused against the Chargers. But based on what we know about tonight’s opponent and other factors, Dallas will likely need the entire offense clicking to defeat the Philadelphia Eagles. Week 1 belonged to Dak Prescott, Amari Cooper, and …

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Keanu Neal

Cowboys LB Keanu Neal Positive for COVID, Out for Week 3

Linebacker Keanu Neal was already unlikely to play on Monday night after entering the COVID protocol earlier this week. Now he’s definitely out for Week 3 after testing positive, and his status for Week 4 is highly questionable. The Cowboys’ defense is already shorthanded with several defensive line injuries and another COVID absence from DE Bradlee …

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Bradlee Anae

DE Bradlee Anae on COVID List, Cowboys D-Line Takes Another Hit

The Cowboys’ defensive line is starting to remind of us the offensive line from 2020. Injuries abound right now at both end and tackle with several players already declared out for Monday night’s game against the Eagles. Now DE Bradlee Anae is joining the absentees after going into the COVID-19 protocol. Anae was getting more work …

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Chauncey Golston

Chauncey Golston’s Debut Could be Impactful for Cowboys vs Eagles

Rookie Chauncey Golston has only been practicing for a few weeks and yet to be active for his first NFL game. But the defensive end just might debut for the Dallas Cowboys on Monday Night Football, and other injuries could put him in a position to make an impact against the Philadelphia Eagles. Golston was one …

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Cliff Harris, Drew Pearson, Jimmy Johnson to be Honored at Halftime on MNF

Cliff Harris, Drew Pearson, Jimmy Johnson to be Honored at Halftime on MNF

The Cowboys’ most recent inductees to the Pro Football Hall of Fame will have yet another well-deserved day of recognition. Cliff Harris, Drew Pearson, and Jimmy Johnson will receive their HOF rings in a ceremony during halftime of Dallas’ Week 3 meeting with the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night Football. Harris and Johnson were part of …

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Randy Gregory, Eagles

Randy Gregory Returns From COVID Exile, Set to Play vs Eagles

Cowboys Defensive End Randy Gregory missed last week’s game after landing on the COVID list with a positive test. He has now made it through the protocol and rejoined the team in Dallas today, and looks good to go for Monday night’s meeting with the Philadelphia Eagles. Dallas was without both starting DEs against the Chargers …

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Zuerlein's Clutch Kick Saves Coach McCarthy From Bigger Media Beatdown

Zuerlein’s Clutch Kick Saves Coach McCarthy From Bigger Media Beatdown

It was a rough Monday for Mike McCarthy after some ugly clock management nearly cost the Dallas Cowboys their Week 2 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers. But with his stunning game-winning field goal, Kicker Greg Zuerlein saved his head coach an even bigger beatdown from the national media after the apparent gaffe. Driving to get …

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NFC East 2021: 3-Way Tie for Division Lead After Week 2

NFC East 2021: 3-Way Tie for Division Lead After Week 2

The NFC East belonged to the Philadelphia Eagles for one week as the only winner from the season openers. But now after their loss and wins by Dallas and Washington there’s a three-way tie at the top of the division. The Football Team got its first win of 2021 and the first division win by any …

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Greg Zuerlein

DAL 20, LAC 17: Greg Zuerlein Hits 56-Yard Field Goal for the Win

The Cowboys have seen their last two games come down to last-second field goals. Last week it resulted in a win for Tom Brady and the Buccaneers, but this time it was in Dallas’ favor. Greg Zuerlein hit a 56-yarder to cancel overtime and lift the Cowboys to a 20-17 road win over the Los Angeles …

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Trevon Diggs, Chargers

DAL 14, LAC 11: Cowboys Start Strong and Holding On at Halftime

The Cowboys had a 14-3 lead at the end of the 1st Quarter and have done enough to still be up at halftime. Dallas goes into the break with 14-11 score over the Chargers in their Week 2 matchup in Los Angeles. Playing in front of what looks and sounds like a home crowd, Dallas broke …

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LISTEN: Irvin & Elliott Talk Bucs Loss, Week 2, Cowboys Injuries

LISTEN: Irvin & Elliott Talk Bucs Loss, Week 2, Cowboys Injuries

Cowboys legend Michael Irvin had current star Ezekiel Elliott on his podcast this week. That much Star power in one show is worth a listen, and especially as the two engaged on several interesting topics that Dallas fans themselves are discussing. Zeke and The Playmaker talked about last week’s season-opening loss to Tampa Bay and the …

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Bryan Bulaga

Chargers Have Their Own Injury Problems in Week 2 Matchup w/ Cowboys

As you’d imagine, we’ve spent a lot of time this week talking about the Cowboys’ injuries and other personnel issues ahead of tomorrow’s game against the Chargers. But Los Angeles has its own problems going into Week 2, and one in particular which could help offset Dallas’ deficiencies. Yesterday Bryan Bulaga, the Chargers’ starting right tackle, …

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Ty Nsekhe

Cowboys Even Thinner at OT After Ty Nsekhe’s Hospitalization

Already scrambling after La’el Collins’ suspension was announced last Friday, the Dallas Cowboys will now be without a key depth player at offensive tackle. Veteran Ty Nsekhe was hospitalized last night following heat-related illness and has now been declared out for Week 2. Thankfully for the Cowboys they’d already settled on Terence Steele as the starting …

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Zack Martin's Back, Randy Gregory's Out as Cowboys Shuffle Roster

Zack Martin’s Back, Randy Gregory’s Out as Cowboys Shuffle Roster

Though not the same extent so far as in 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to effect the normal order of NFL business. No sooner do the Dallas Cowboys get Guard Zack Martin back from the COVID list than they lose Defensive End Randy Gregory, who’s now in reserve status due to potential exposures. In addition to …

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La'el Collins

Cowboys OT La’el Collins Still Seeking Appeal of 5-Game Suspension

Word came down Friday that Dallas Cowboys’ Offensive Tackle La’el Collins has been suspended for five games by the NFL under its Substance Abuse Policy. Reports had Collins already failing his initial appeal of the suspension, but over the weekend it’s been shared that La’el is still looking to fight the league’s decision. Collins was able …

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Jalen Hurts, Eagles

NFC East 2021: Eagles the Only Week 1 Winners

After one week there’s only one winning team in the NFC East. The Philadelphia Eagles trounced the Atlanta Falcons to get their first victory in 2021 and take sole possession of the division lead. NFC East play started Thursday night with the Cowboys’ narrow loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Though they didn’t get the win, …

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Dak Prescott

Dak Prescott Makes History w/ 400-Yard Game in Week 1

Dak Presott threw for over 400 yards in Thursday night’s season-opening contest between the Cowboys and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. This is actually becoming a regular occurrence for Dallas’ franchise quarterback, and in fact Prescott set a record in with his most recent performance. Going back to Week 2 of the 2020 season, Dak has thrown for …

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