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Cowboys OL Zack Martin Named 46th Best Player By PFF

Zack Martin has been named to a whole lot of lists this offseason. A few weeks ago, I wrote about how he landed on the Pro Football Focus All Decade top 100 list. Now, Pro Football Focus is “honoring” him once again, slotting him 46th on their top 50 active players ranking. Zack Martin comes in …

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CB Daryl Worley Signing Could Bring Unexpected Impact In 2020

CB Daryl Worley Signing Could Bring Unexpected Impact In 2020

It’s been their draft class which has received the most praise throughout the Cowboys 2020 offseason, but one signing in particular may end up providing unexpected return. The Cowboys let Byron Jones walk to Miami during free agency, and opted to replace him with rookies Trevon Diggs and Reggie Robinson during the draft. They also signed …

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Texas Governor Says Outdoor Stadiums Can Hold 25% Capacity

Beginning In June, Texas Governor Says Outdoor Stadiums Can Hold 25% Capacity

As the country looks to re-open during the COVID-19 pandemic, sports have been one of the hottest topics of discussion. Texas governor Greg Abbott made no mistake about his plans for the return of sports today, reportedly issuing a revised order on professional sports arenas. Texas Governor Greg Abbott has issued a revised order: not only …

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Cowboys Cornerback Position has Many Questions Heading Into the 2020 Season

Heading Into 2020, Who’s The Cowboys Best Cornerback?

A year ago, the answer to this question was simple. Byron Jones. Case closed. But unfortunately for the Cowboys pass defense, Jones is off to Miami to play with the Dolphins, and the Dallas secondary is now the home of some new faces. Faces, of course, which include rookies Trevon Diggs and Reggie Robinson, as well …

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Leighton Vander Esch

Can Leighton Vander Esch Get Back To His Rookie-Form In 2020?

Where in the world is Leighton Vander Esch? It’s been the hot question on the minds of Cowboys fans over the last six months, with Vander Esch missing the second half of the 2019 season due to neck surgery. “Neck surgery” is a pretty scary phrase to hear in football, especially considering how quiet things have …

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Cowboys TE Blake Jarwin Owns the New York Giants, Again

Cowboys TE Blake Jarwin: 2020 Fantasy Football Steal?

Ok, Cowboys fans. It’s time to take in some Blake Jarwin hype. The 25 year old tight end had a breakout game of sorts back during the 2018 season finale, catching 7 balls for 119 yards and three touchdowns. Yes, it was against the Giants in a “meaningless” game, but nothing about Jarwin’s performance felt meaningless. …

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The Star News - DeMarcus Ware Signs Signature Tattoo For Cowboys Fan

DeMarcus Ware: “No Way In Hell” LeBron James Could Block Me

LeBron James is one of the best basketball players of all time, a three time champion who has cemented himself in the NBA record books. But he made big news this week when he suggested he considered joining the Dallas Cowboys during the 2011 NBA lockout, even saying that Jerry Jones sent him a one year …

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Will TE Blake Bell Have A Role On 2020 Cowboys?

Will TE Blake Bell Have A Role On 2020 Cowboys?

Due to an exciting draft and rather interesting free agency period, the earliest additions to the Cowboys roster this offseason have sort of been forgotten. Tight end Blake Bell falls into this category. All the way back in March, the Cowboys signed Bell to a one year deal worth $1.7 million, bringing the 28 year old …

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Breaking News: Cowboys C Travis Frederick Announces Retirement

Former Cowboys OL Travis Frederick Ranked 34th On PFF’s All Decade List

It felt weird writing this title. “Former” Cowboys center Travis Frederick earned what may be his final football accolade, being named 34th on Pro Football Focus’ All Decade Top 101 list. Frederick is the highest rated Cowboy of the entire decade, in front of fellow linemen Tyron Smith and Zack Martin, as well as wide receiver …

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Is Everson Griffen The Final Piece To A Cowboys Super Bowl Team?

Is Everson Griffen The Final Piece To A Cowboys Super Bowl Team?

Though they were crowned kings of the 2020 NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys may not be done improving their roster this offseason. Bleacher Report’s Kristopher Knox detailed one move each Super Bowl contender should still make this offseason, saying that former Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen should be in the Cowboys’ plans. “Former longtime Minnesota Vikings …

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Thoughts, Questions and Concerns About NFL's Playoff Expansion

Joe Buck: NFL Could Add Virtual Crowd Noise, CGI Fans For 2020 Season

The NFL has not been immune to the effects of the economic shutdown due to the COVID-19 outbreak, and they are preparing for a much different viewing experience in 2020 for their fans. It’s sounding more and more likely that if we get football in September, it’ll have to be done without full capacity of fans …

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Tyron Smith Suffers High Ankle Sprain in Week 4 Loss

Cowboys’ OL Tyron Smith Named 43rd On PFF’s All Decade List

The Dallas Cowboys have had some of the best top-end offensive line talent in football for years now. And while Zack Martin’s addition in 2014 took the run game to the next level, left tackle Tyron Smith has been a stalwart on the Dallas offensive line for nearly the entire decade. This week Pro Football Focus …

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Zack Martin Named All-Pro for 6th Consecutive Season, Building Hall of Fame Resume

Cowboys OL Zack Martin Named 51st On PFF’s All Decade List

Six Pro Bowls in six seasons. Four First Team All Pro selections in six seasons. Yeah, Cowboys guard Zack Martin is on a Hall of Fame trajectory. Martin earned yet another accolade this week, being named 51st on the Pro Football Focus All Decade list. Martin has been the best guard in football for a few …

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Kirk Cousins On QB Dak Prescott: "Don't Be Afraid Of The Tag"

Kirk Cousins On QB Dak Prescott: “Don’t Be Afraid Of The Tag”

Looking ahead on the Dallas Cowboys 2020 schedule, November 22nd stands out as a potential swing game for NFC playoff positioning. That date is with the Minnesota Vikings, led by a quarterback who has been in Dak Prescott’s shoes before. Kirk Cousins was franchise tagged by the Washington Redskins…twice. He gambled on himself both times, and …

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The Dak Prescott Revenge Tour Returns to LA Coliseum Vs. Rams

Cowboys Open 2020 Season As Week One Road Favorites

No sooner did the 2020 NFL season schedule release than we had betting lines for every week one game. According to Caesars Palace, the Dallas Cowboys opened as 2.5 point road favorites over the Los Angeles Rams. NFL Week 1 lines are out 🚨 pic.twitter.com/qlEJVzjN7E— br_betting (@br_betting) May 8, 2020 This will not only be the …

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Dallas Cowboys Good, Bad, and Ugly from Week 10 Against Vikings 1

Cowboys’ Late November Stretch Could Decide Fate Of 2020 Season

By now, Dallas Cowboys fans are used to seeing that tough Thanksgiving stretch. Three games in twelve days has become standard over recent years, with the NFL always tacking on an extra Thursday night game for America’s Team following their holiday special. So it was no surprise to see it again when the NFL released their …

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Cowboys QB Andy Dalton Accepting Of New Backup Role

Cowboys QB Andy Dalton Accepting Of New Backup Role

The national media has taken every opportunity to question Dak Prescott’s future in Dallas, and the signing of Andy Dalton only added fuel to the fire last week. Even while the Cowboys remain adamant that Prescott is the starter and Andy Dalton will be the backup, the doubt around the situation only seems to heighten. So, …

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How Many Cowboys Rookies Will Be Starters In 2020?

How Many Cowboys Rookies Will Be Starters In 2020?

Seemingly the entire football world has been praising the Cowboys for their 2020 draft performance. Snagging CeeDee Lamb in the first round was just the beginning for the Cowboys, who added studs like Trevon Diggs and Neville Gallimore on day two before finding potential future starters on day three. But how many of these will provide …

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