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Cowboys Camp Position Preview: Defensive Ends

Cowboys Camp Position Preview: Defensive Ends

Our 2022 preview series moves forward with the defensive ends. The Dallas Cowboys are hoping that the development of recent draft picks and an intriguing free agency addition will make this position more threatening to opposing offenses in the upcoming season. Randy Gregory’s departure was one of the odder and most disappointing developments of the Cowboys’ …

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Cowboys Have a Critical Advantage in 2022 NFC East

Cowboys Have a Critical Advantage in 2022 NFC East

While it’s never been a bad thing, having the best quarterback is a key ingredient to success in the modern NFL. The 2022 Dallas Cowboys are leaning on that advantage as they pursue the elusive goal of being repeat winners in the NFC East. Terms like “passing league” and “QB-driven” have become rote over the last …

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Jake Ferguson, Daryl Johnston

Cowboys TE Jake Ferguson has an Underrated Legacy to Live Up To

The Dallas Cowboys don’t take assigning players’ jersey numbers lightly. For rookie Tight End Jake Ferguson, wearing the number 48 comes with special meaning as he hopes to prove as valuable to the team as Daryl “Moose” Johnston was in the 90s. While the Cowboys have never officially retired any numbers, some have been taken out …

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Cowboys 2022 Training Camp Preview: Guards & Centers 1

Cowboys Camp Position Preview: Guards & Centers

The Dallas Cowboys have suffered some tough blows to the interior offensive line in recent years. Will recent investments in the guard and center positions prove fruitful in 2022? We’re hitting those spots next in our training camp preview series. In an ideal world, Travis Frederick would still be an All-Pro center and Connor Williams would’ve …

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Dalton Schultz

Deadline Passes for Dalton Schultz & Cowboys, No New Contract in 2022

The deadline has now passed for franchise-tagged players to receive a long-term deal from their clubs in 2022. Tight End Dalton Schultz and the Dallas Cowboys were unable to agree on a new contract before 4:00 pm EST today, meaning Schultz will play this year on his one-year franchise tender and return to free agency in …

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REPORT: Cowboys, Dalton Schultz Not Expected to Reach Contract Agreement

REPORT: Cowboys, Dalton Schultz Not Expected to Reach Contract Agreement

We still have about 24 hours to go but things aren’t looking good in contract talks between the Dallas Cowboys and their franchised Tight End Dalton Schultz. It’s being reported that the two sides aren’t expected to agree to a long-term deal before tomorrow’s deadline, meaning Schultz will play 2022 on the one-year franchise tag. Schultz …

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Malik Jefferson

BREAKING: Cowboys Sign Free Agent LB Malik Jefferson

Linebacker Malik Jefferson is coming back to the DFW. The former Texas standout and native of Mesquite, TX has reportedly signed with the Dallas Cowboys with their 2022 training camp just two weeks away. Jefferson was among several players who worked out for Dallas last Friday. He was a 3rd-round pick of the Cincinnati Bengals back …

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Tyler Smith

OL Tyler Smith Working Hard Ahead of Rookie Season

One of the biggest things you worry about with NFL rookies is if they will have the work ethic needed to succeed in the pros. Early indications show that Cowboys 1st-round pick Tyler Smith, projected to start at guard in 2022, won’t have any problem with effort. Recently, Smith attended the fifth-annual OL Masterminds summit. This …

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Cowboys 2022 Training Camp Preview: Defensive Tackles

Cowboys 2022 Training Camp Preview: Defensive Tackles

The Cowboys have been investing considerable assets to build up the middle of the defensive line over the last few years. As our 2022 position preview series continues, we’ll look at the defensive tackles and see how optimistic we should be about their growth and development. Starting in 2019 when Trysten Hill was drafted in the …

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Malik Jefferson

Cowboys Hold Workout for Former Longhorns LB Malik Jefferson

Like many teams this time of year, the Cowboys are making sure they have all the help they’ll need to get through training camp later this month. Dallas reportedly kicked the tires on former Texas LB Malik Jefferson Friday, having the former 3rd-round pick in for a workout. Low on linebackers with Jabril Cox and Damone …

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Cowboys 2022 Training Camp Preview: Quarterbacks

Cowboys 2022 Training Camp Preview: Quarterbacks

Our 2022 position previews continue with the most important of all; quarterbacks. While the Cowboys are set up top with Dak Prescott, an intriguing battle could be coming for the backup job in this year’s training camp. Prescott returns hoping to build on his successful comeback in 2021 from a major leg injury. His one missed …

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Christian Sam

Cowboys Add Former Patriots, USFL LB Christian Sam

Needing more bodies at linebacker for their upcoming training camp, the Dallas Cowboys have signed free agent Christian Sam. He was a 6th-round pick by the Patriots in 2018 and most recently played for the Tampa Bay Breakers of the USFL. During his rookie year in New England, Sam was placed on injured reserve at the …

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Cowboys 2022 Training Camp Preview: Safeties 1

Cowboys 2022 Training Camp Preview: Safeties

We’re just three weeks away from the start of the Dallas Cowboys’ 2022 training camp! To prepare for camp and the upcoming season, we are beginning a position-by-position preview of who the Cowboys are bringing to this year’s camp, plus the major storylines and competitions to watch for. The series kicks off today with a look …

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Cowboys vs. Eagles: NFL Rivalry Returns This Monday Night

Cowboys Somehow Moving Into Underdog Status in NFC East

Based on the current offseason chatter, you’d think the Eagles went 12-5 and swept the NFC East last year. But while the Dallas Cowboys accomplished those things and are the reigning Division Champions, many seem to be favoring Philadelphia going into 2022. Just yesterday we shared an article from a national sports media outlet that ranked …

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Mike McCarthy

Mike McCarthy Ranked Among Bottom Half of NFL Head Coaches

Assessing Mike McCarthy’s actual value as a coach has been a hot topic for several years now. At least one major sports outlet doesn’t seem to be a fan, ranking the Dallas Cowboys’ top guy in the bottom half of all NFL head coaches heading into the 2022 season. Late last week, Cody Benjamin of CBS …

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Cowboys Backup TE Battle Unusually Interesting in 2022

Cowboys Backup TE Battle Unusually Interesting in 2022

The Cowboys haven’t had much drama at the tight end position for about the last two decades. Not only is Dallas currently embroiled in contract negotiations with starter Dalton Schultz, but the backup spots are also still wide open and heading towards some interesting battles in training camp. We went a long time not really worrying …

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What is the Most-Anticipated Battle on Cowboys Offense for 2021 Camp?

12 Days Left for Contract Talks Between Cowboys & TE Dalton Schultz

The Dallas Cowboys have less than two weeks to reach an agreement with Tight End Dalton Schultz on a long-term contract. The deadline for signing franchise-tagged players to a deal is on July 15, now just 12 days away, and the two parties are reportedly still far apart in their talks. Dallas placed their 2022 franchise …

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Cowboys Paying Premium for P Bryan Anger, LS Jake McQuaide in 2022

Cowboys Paying Premium for P Bryan Anger, LS Jake McQuaide in 2022

While things are still very uncertain at the kicker position, the Cowboys aren’t messing around at punter or long snapper in 2022. They will bring back two of the league’s best in Bryan Anger and Jake McQuaide, and Dallas should expect a lot from them given their premium compensation. After making the Pro Bowl during his …

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Cowboys Bring Back Lirim Hajrullahu for Kicker Competition

Cowboys Bring Back Lirim Hajrullahu for Kicker Competition

Jonathan Garibay may not just waltz into the Cowboys’ kicking job after all. Dallas has brought back veteran Lirim Hajrullahu today to give the rookie some competition as the team prepares for its 2022 training camp. Hajrullahu was signed last August to handle practice and preseason duties following injuries to Greg Zuerlein and Hunter Niswander. He …

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Cowboys LB Micah Parsons Named NFL Defensive Rookie of the Month

Micah Parsons is Already a Rare Find for Modern-Era Cowboys

Few rookies have entered the NFL with the kind of success that Micah Parsons enjoyed in 2021. Already seen as one of the league’s top linebackers, Parsons gives the Dallas Cowboys something they’ve rarely enjoyed since Jerry Jones’ bought the team. Ask yourself this question, “Who are the Cowboys’ best defensive players of the last 30 …

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Noah Brown

Could Noah Brown’s Experience Mean Surprising Early-Season Usage?

Noah Brown is now the longest-tenured wide receiver on the Cowboys roster. While he generally gets ignored in discussions about the 2022 depth chart, could the veteran’s experience in the NFL and with Dallas’ offense make him a surprising contributor early in the season? We all know the story about the WR position; Michael Gallup’s recovery …

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