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Dallas Cowboys 2023 Tight End Grades: How Did They Do?

Excess talent at TE will force the Cowboys into tough decisions

Rookie minicamps are underway as an influx of 257 drafted rookies gathers along with another few hundred undrafted free agents to begin their quests to make an NFL roster. Some rookies can look absolutely terrible on the practice field, but their draft status gives them immunity from anything other than media criticism. Others like late-round picks …

Football player in a crouched stance on the field, wearing a purple and gray uniform with the number 50. Cooper Beebe prepares to launch into action, determination evident in his eyes.

Cowboys land 4 players in ESPN’s top-100 draft values

With the 2024 NFL Draft in the rearview mirror, analysts across all media platforms are dissecting the draft picks and poorly attempting to hand out grades without ever seeing players on the NFL field. Evaluating players based solely on college production is a risky venture and history has shown us that even the so-called experts can …

Cowboys' Will McClay shares insight on late-round picks

Will McClay shares insight on Cowboys’ late-round draft picks

After the conclusion of the 2024 NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys ended the event with eight total draft picks. Four of those picks were in the first two days of the draft and the other half were later-round draft picks on day three. OT Tyler Guyton, DE Marshawn Kneeland, IOL Cooper Beebe, and LB Marist Liufau …

Cowboys rookies are official; jersey numbers are assigned 7

Cowboys rookies are official; jersey numbers are assigned

Early Tuesday afternoon, dallascowboys.com journalist and overall exemplary human Patrik “No C” Walker released the jersey numbers assigned to Cowboys rookies ahead of football activities. Keep in mind that these jersey numbers are subject to change once final rosters are set in late August/early September. #60 Tyler Guyton The Cowboys’ massive 1st round pick is keeping …

Will McClay shares his thoughts on each Cowboys draft pick

Will McClay shares his thoughts on each Cowboys draft pick

The 2024 NFL Draft is in the books and the Dallas Cowboys executed one trade back to finish the draft with eight total picks. They addressed left tackle, defensive end, center/interior offensive line, linebacker, cornerback, wide receiver, offensive tackle, and 1-tech defensive tackle. Like every draft, there are picks that fans like more than others and …

Mario Herrera Jr.

Mario Herrera Jr.

Cowboys basically ignore running back position for 2nd year in a row

Cowboys ignore running back position for 2nd year in a row

The long-anticipated 2024 NFL Draft has come and gone, leaving many fanbases excited and others scratching their heads at their team’s moves. The New York Giants didn’t use the #6 overall pick on a quarterback, instead adding a weapon at wide receiver for his last chance to prove Daniel Jones can be the guy. Giants fans …

Mario Herrera Jr.

Mario Herrera Jr.

RB Ezekiel Elliott expected to return against the Packers

Cowboys set to reunite with RB Ezekiel Elliott for 2024 season

The latest news out of The Star will split the fanbase right down the middle like most controversial decisions tend to do. According to Dallas Morning News Reporter Michael Gehlken, the Cowboys and RB Ezekiel Elliott are set to sign a contract to bring him back to Dallas for 2024, agreeing to terms early Monday morning. …

Mario Herrera Jr.

Mario Herrera Jr.

Cowboys draft a wide receiver with the 216th pick

Cowboys draft a wide receiver with the 216th pick

Day three of the 2024 NFL Draft is winding down and the Dallas Cowboys have made five picks so far. They have addressed left tackle, defensive end, center, linebacker, and added depth at cornerback with their first pick of day three. It was a long wait for the Cowboys’ first pick of day three. A total …

Mario Herrera Jr.

Mario Herrera Jr.

Cowboys trade back in the 1st round; still land their top choice

Cowboys trade back in the 1st round; still land their top choice

The 2024 NFL Draft is finally here. Thousands are in attendance and millions will watch the draft around the world. Eminem even walked on stage alongside NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell to start off the festivities in his hometown of Detroit, Michigan. The draft started as expected when USC QB Caleb Williams was the first name of …

Mario Herrera Jr.

Mario Herrera Jr.

Will the NFC East go Beast, or Least next season?

Full NFC East 7-Round Mock Draft

It’s finally draft week and the 2024 NFL Draft is just a few days away where the Chicago Bears are waiting to make the first overall pick. I decided to do a full NFC East 7-round mock draft to see how the division rivals can draft players in an attempt to overtake their division counterparts. The …

Mario Herrera Jr.

Mario Herrera Jr.

Cowboys' press conference does little to appease the fanbase

Cowboys’ press conference does little to appease the fanbase

The Dallas Cowboys held their first press conference in weeks today at The Star in preparation for the 2024 NFL Draft on Thursday. Jerry Jones, Stephen Jones, and HC Mike McCarthy fielded questions from the media and their answers failed to bring peace to a disgruntled fanbase. This article will run through three of the most …

Mario Herrera Jr.

Mario Herrera Jr.

Will McClay Discusses Cowboys Draft Day Strategy

Cowboys get trade happy in my final mock draft

We are less than a week away from NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announcing the #1 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft to the Chicago Bears. After several mock drafts leading up to the big day, today is the day I release my final Cowboys mock draft before the main event starts this Thursday. As always, …

Mario Herrera Jr.

Mario Herrera Jr.

Best quarterback in the NFC East is a 2-team race

3 positions that could be vastly different for the Cowboys in 2025

We witnessed an unexpected departure of free agents from the Dallas Cowboys this offseason. The Cowboys “like their guys” so when over a dozen players became free agents this offseason, it signals there may be a change coming. Not only did the Cowboys lose several free agents this season, but the way contracts are structured right …

Mario Herrera Jr.

Mario Herrera Jr.

Making the Playoffs Could do More Harm Than Good For Cowboys

3 positions the Cowboys could add a veteran before the draft

Earlier this week, the Dallas Cowboys signed veteran RB Royce Freeman to a one-year deal ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft. It was a classic move by the Cowboys that we have come to expect every offseason around this time. They plug holes in the roster with capable and cheaply priced veterans so they aren’t pigeonholed …

Mario Herrera Jr.

Mario Herrera Jr.

Examining Dane Brugler's Cowboys picks in 7-round mock draft 5

Examining Dane Brugler’s Cowboys picks in 7-round mock draft

We are officially seven days away from NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell introducing the #1 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. After months of preparation, it’s almost time for teams to gather in their war rooms for the most anticipated event of the offseason. The Athletic’s Dane Brugler released his seven-round mock draft early Wednesday morning and …

Mario Herrera Jr.

Mario Herrera Jr.

Cowboys add veteran running back ahead of NFL Draft

Cowboys add veteran running back ahead of NFL Draft

Ladies and gentlemen of Cowboys Nation, stop the presses. The Dallas Cowboys have signed an outside free agent. After an offseason filled with disappointment, this move may just bring further disappointment for fans who are fed up with the moves (or lack thereof) the front office has made. As first reported by ESPN NFL Nation reporter …

Mario Herrera Jr.

Mario Herrera Jr.

What we know about the Cowboys draft strategy in 2024

Risky trade back is rewarded in latest Cowboys’ mock draft

Good morning, readers. It’s Monday and you know what that means. It’s time for #MockDraftMonday with Mario at Inside The Star. The draft is a short 11 days away and the ever-changing draft projections continue to reveal who teams seem to be targeting. Dallas, being the PR juggernaut that it is, is linked to several players …

Mario Herrera Jr.

Mario Herrera Jr.

Report: Dallas Cowboys pick up fifth-year option on receiver CeeDee Lamb

History shows us the Cowboys aren’t afraid to pay their top WR

Part of the offseason schedule for NFL teams is working on contracts. We all know QB Dak Prescott needs an extension, currently projected to count $59 million against a tight salary cap. EDGE Micah Parsons, the next generational pass rusher, is also eligible for an extension but it’s unlikely his situation is near the top of …

Mario Herrera Jr.

Mario Herrera Jr.

Jerry Jones shares surprising details about Dak Prescott, Ezekiel Elliott, Tony Pollard

Cowboys’ 30-visits list tells us their draft plans

The 2024 NFL Draft approaches, now just 12 days away, and teams have completed the next step in preparation for the annual event. NFL teams have completed their 30-visits and the Dallas Cowboys invited 26 players to The Star for further evaluation. Here is the full list of players who the Cowboys brought in for a …

Mario Herrera Jr.

Mario Herrera Jr.