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Mario Herrera Jr.

Former Cowboys Writer

Mario Herrera Jr. is a sports analyst specializing in statistical analysis and Dallas Cowboys coverage. At InsideTheStar.com, he has published 692 articles reaching over 1.1 million readers. His work integrates metrics with strategy in the context of Cowboys football, providing evidence-based analysis of roster decisions, player performance, and game planning.

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Football player wearing a white jersey with number 88, resembling CeeDee Lamb from the Cowboys, stands with his right hand on his chest as if in a heartfelt moment during Week 11.

by Mario Herrera Jr.

CeeDee Lamb is among the elite since 2020

Since the 2020 season, the NFL has been heavily invested in a pass-happy scheme. Offensive coordinators spread defenses horizontally, quarterbacks are encouraged to be…

February 1, 2026, 11:00 am

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Cowboys' Stephen Jones open to NFL Draft trade down

by Mario Herrera Jr.

The upcoming NFL salary cap increase is good news for the Cowboys

The NFL salary cap is projected to take a significant leap in 2026, rising from $279.2 million in 2025 to a range between $301…

February 1, 2026, 10:00 am

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Lamb and Pickens accomplished something no other Cowboys’ duo ever has

For the first time in franchise history, the Dallas Cowboys are sending two wide receivers to the Pro Bowl in the same season. CeeDee…

February 1, 2026, 8:52 am

Jerry Jones has specific reasons for choosing Brian Schottenheimer

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

The Dallas Cowboys coaching staff under HC Brian Schottenheimer is finally filled

It’s a new era for the Dallas Cowboys. Mike McCarthy is no longer the head coach after five seasons. Three consecutive playoff appearances sandwiched in between two losing seasons without QB Dak…

February 15, 2025, 11:24 am

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LB Micah Parsons Named NFC Defensive Player of the Week for Week 8

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

3 of PFF’s 2024 top-5 graded pass rushers could all have a star on their helmet next season

One of my favorite parts of the NFL season is when it’s finally over. Let me explain. Yes, there are moments of despair, knowing meaningful football is seven months away, but there…

February 14, 2025, 8:00 am

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Free agent seeks "LB1 role" with new team; Cowboys should pick up the phone 3

by Mario Herrera Jr.

Free agent seeks “LB1 role” with new team; Cowboys should pick up the phone

I woke up this morning and the Philadelphia Eagles were still Super Bowl LIX champions, so my day did not get off on the right foot. There’s nothing you or I or…

February 13, 2025, 10:00 am

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Micah Parsons, Pro Bowl

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

History shows trading away superstar won’t end well for Cowboys

The confetti might still be falling on the turf in Caesar’s Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana after the Philadelphia Eagles dismantled Patrick Mahomes and the two-time defending Super Bowl champions in a…

February 12, 2025, 8:00 am

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Radio Row Potpourri: A mix of Cowboys analysis from Super Bowl LIX media week 1

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Radio Row Potpourri: A mix of Cowboys analysis from Super Bowl LIX media week

Radio Row is a collection of media at the Super Bowl festivities. Interviews with players from both teams are conducted, and the media is free to ask questions. The great thing about…

February 9, 2025, 5:00 pm

Jerry Jones speaks Cowboys ahead of Super Bowl LIX

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Jerry Jones speaks Cowboys ahead of Super Bowl LIX

It’s Super Bowl week in New Orleans, and the NFL end of year awards were a who’s who of NFL players, coaches, and even owners. You can bet everything you have that…

February 9, 2025, 4:03 pm

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Ex-Cowboys legend has controversial take on top draft prospect

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Ex-Cowboys legend has controversial take on top draft prospect

Radio Row at the Super Bowl festivities in New Orleans, Lousiana is a great time for media to catch up with athletes and celebrities from all different sports. Reporters just happened to…

February 7, 2025, 10:00 am

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Can the Cowboys be players in the Myles Garrett sweepstakes?

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Can the Cowboys be players in the Myles Garrett sweepstakes?

As the NBA trade deadline approaches, it appears that trade fever has bled into the NFL as well. Big names like Los Angeles Rams WR Cooper Kupp have been placed on the…

February 5, 2025, 8:00 am

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Could the Cowboys be in the mix for a star player on the move?

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Could the Cowboys be in the mix for a star player on the move?

In the wake of the Dallas Mavericks trading away Luka Doncic to the hated Los Angeles Lakers over the weekend, I’m not sure any trade news would shock us. The Los Angeles…

February 4, 2025, 10:00 am

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4 Cowboys make ESPN's top-50 free agents list

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

4 Cowboys make ESPN’s top-50 free agents list

The 2024 NFL season is almost over. Fans in Philadelphia and Kansas City are bathing in the glory of their teams winning their respective conferences, earning the right to play in Super…

January 30, 2025, 10:00 am

Anniversary of big day in Cowboys history comes and goes without fanfare 1

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Anniversary of big day in Cowboys history comes and goes without fanfare

The Super Bowl is less than two weeks away, and the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs are getting ready to square off in the big dance for the second time in…

January 29, 2025, 6:00 am

**Breaking News**: Cowboys hire former Bears head coach as their new defensive coordinator

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Breaking News: Cowboys hire former Bears head coach as their new defensive coordinator

The Dallas Cowboys formally announced the hiring of new HC Brian Schottenheimer on Friday morning with an introductory press conference. Jerry Jones and his staff in the front office still found a…

January 28, 2025, 11:44 am

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Press Conference Takeaways: Seeing right through the bull-Schott

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Press Conference Takeaways: Seeing right through the bull-Schott

Dallas Cowboys Owner/GM Jerry Jones knew exactly what he was doing when he announced the hiring of OC Brian Schottenheimer as the new head coach late Friday night. He knew that social…

January 28, 2025, 6:00 am

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Keepin' Up With the Jones': Predicting a very predictable introductory press conference

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Keepin’ Up With the Jones’: Predicting a very predictable introductory press conference

The Dallas Cowboys lengthy and exhaustive (insert eye roll here) head coach search finally came to an end late Friday night when the news dropped that Jerry Jones finally chose the successor…

January 27, 2025, 8:00 am

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Jerry Jones has specific reasons for choosing Brian Schottenheimer

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Jerry Jones has specific reasons for choosing Brian Schottenheimer

Finally, Sunday has arrived, and we have conference championship game football to distract us from the fact that Dallas Cowboys Owner/GM Jerry Jones hired Brian Schottenheimer as the 10th coach in franchise…

January 26, 2025, 11:23 am

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Brian Schottenheimer was the safe hire for the Dallas Cowboys

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Fans’ biggest gripe about the Cowboys’ latest head coach hire

When I woke up on Friday morning, the Dallas Cowboys head coach “search” was filled with rumors and speculation. I waited for breaking news all day, but after sleeping just two hours,…

January 25, 2025, 9:43 am

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Rumored HC candidate shares unique accomplishment with 2 former Cowboys coaches 1

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Rumored HC candidate shares unique accomplishment with 2 former Cowboys coaches

The head coach carousel in the NFL is one that deserves its own reality show to keep up with all the rumors, drama, and intrigue of one of the most unique hiring…

January 24, 2025, 10:00 am

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Dak Prescott aims to buck history in 9th year as starter

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Cowboys’ Dak Prescott headlines list of quarterbacks with this unfortunate common circumstance

The Dallas Cowboys head coach search is in full swing, and every sports website out there is watching the situation unfold with a fine-toothed comb and a microscope. Cowboys fans like me…

January 22, 2025, 8:00 am

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Trevon Diggs Cashed Dallas’ Checks, But Dallas Carried the Cost

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Defensive in Dallas: Which HC candidates best suit Cowboys’ defensive stars?

The Dallas Cowboys NFL head coaching search is well underway, and there have already been several names tied to the historic franchise. Bill Belichick removed himself from the list pretty early on,…

January 20, 2025, 8:00 am

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Two football players in Dallas Cowboys uniforms, with Dak Prescott leading the animated conversation, are on the field.

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Getting Offensive: Which head coach candidates benefit Cowboys star players on offense?

The 2024 NFL Playoffs are well underway, and there have already been a handful of upsets in the Wildcard and Divisional rounds. The NFC East’s Washington Commanders are responsible for two of…

January 19, 2025, 11:28 am

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Is Jerry Jones eyeing Jon Gruden as the next Cowboys Head Coach? 1

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Burning questions the Cowboys need to ask all head coach candidates

The Dallas Cowboys are in the middle of a head coach search for the first time since 2020, and just the second time in the past 15 years. Out is Mike McCarthy…

January 18, 2025, 10:59 am

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