Mark Heaney

Cowboys Writer

Mark Heaney is an NFL scout and sports journalist who has covered college football and the NFL since 2018. He has professionally evaluated over 1,000 NFL Draft prospects. At InsideTheStar.com, Mark has published 319 articles on ITS reaching over 1.1 million readers. His work has also appeared on FanSided, Whole Nine Sports, and Downtown Sports Network. Mark studied at UNC Charlotte and served as a media intern for the Charlotte 49ers football program.

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Players & Cap

by Mark Heaney

Cowboys Veteran Parris Campbell Retires after 7 NFL Seasons

On Wednesday, Cowboys veteran wide receiver Parris Campbell was moved to the reserved/retired list, marking the end of a seven-year NFL career. Dallas initially…

May 28, 2026, 9:17 am

Dak Prescott carrying the football during a Dallas Cowboys game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Focus on NFL football, Dallas Cowboys, and game action.

Training Camp

by Mark Heaney

Dallas Cowboys Training Camp Will be Headlined by Wide Receiver Battles

We’re nearing the start of the 2026 Dallas Cowboys training camp, and a key headline that will dominate the summer will be the wide…

May 24, 2026, 11:18 am

George Pickens reacting on the field in a Cowboys uniform, with ongoing speculation surrounding his decision not to sign the franchise tag.

Players & Cap

by Mark Heaney

2 Dallas Cowboys Fan Favorites Unlikely to Return in 2027

Of course, it’s difficult to project any movement in an offseason that is still a little under a year away, but there are times…

May 24, 2026, 10:36 am

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.

Players & Cap

by Mark Heaney

2026 Dallas Cowboys Fantasy Football Preview

We are nearing June, and that means fantasy football talk is getting ready to take over your feed. Even for the non-participants, you have to admit all the talk about drafting and…

May 18, 2026, 6:00 am

Players & Cap

by Mark Heaney

Higher or Lower: Will These 3 Cowboys Stars Top Their 2025 Production?

Despite a weak 7-9-1 record, America’s Team saw some hefty statistical performances in the 2025 campaign. Multiple Cowboys stars emerged with lofty numbers, and as we head into a new season, their…

May 17, 2026, 12:00 pm

Players & Cap

by Mark Heaney

Which Dallas Cowboys have the best chance to win awards in 2026?

The last time the Dallas Cowboys took home performance-based awards was at the 2017 NFL Honors, where Dak Prescott won Offensive Rookie of the Year, and Jason Garrett was crowned Coach of…

May 16, 2026, 11:57 am

Players & Cap

by Mark Heaney

3 Best Value Contracts on the Dallas Cowboys Roster

With George Pickens expected to play on the franchise tag in 2026, we are unlikely to see any new contracts from the Dallas Cowboys for quite some time. However, there has been…

May 10, 2026, 10:49 am

Training camp sleepers you should keep a close eye on

Cowboys

by Mark Heaney

2026 Dallas Cowboys Road Matchups Will Cause Problems

The aftermath of the 2026 NFL Draft has brought a ton of hype toward the 2026 Dallas Cowboys, and for good reason: they hit the draft out of the park, especially with…

May 10, 2026, 8:55 am

Players & Cap

by Mark Heaney

Which Dallas Cowboys are cut candidates after the 2026 NFL Draft?

When you include all the signings, the Dallas Cowboys have added 21 players since April 23rd, when the 2026 NFL Draft kicked off. That’s not factoring in the nine external moves they…

May 3, 2026, 12:52 pm

NFL Draft

by Mark Heaney

An Alternative Grading of the Dallas Cowboys First Round Picks

In the days since the 2026 NFL Draft ended, we’ve seen some of the highest consensus praise for a Cowboys draft class ever. I guess it’s hard to avoid that when you…

May 2, 2026, 11:25 am

NFL Draft

by Mark Heaney

2026 NFL Draft: Grading the Draft Classes from the NFC East

The main event of the NFL offseason is in the books, as Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft wrapped up last night. It was a huge one for many teams, but…

April 26, 2026, 8:02 am

NFL Draft

by Mark Heaney

Dallas Cowboys 4th Round Recap: 1st Offensive Player, 2 Defenders Drafted

The Dallas Cowboys have made all three of their fourth-round picks in the 2026 NFL Draft at 112th, 114th, and 137th overall. They started the day going with their first offensive player…

April 25, 2026, 12:59 pm

Caleb Downs in Ohio State’s white No. 2 uniform stands ready before the snap during a college football game.

Cowboys

by Mark Heaney

BREAKING: Dallas Cowboys select Ohio State star Caleb Downs after trade

Following a trade with the Miami Dolphins, the Dallas Cowboys have selected Ohio State superstar, Caleb Downs, with the 11th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Dallas flipped two fifth-round picks and…

April 23, 2026, 8:20 pm

NFL Draft

by Mark Heaney

The Dallas Cowboys trading down is most likely result on Thursday

The 2025 Dallas Cowboys had one of the worst defenses in franchise history, and the 2026 NFL Draft has six blue-chip defensive prospects that could help fix that problem. Here’s the issue:…

April 22, 2026, 9:16 am

Dexter Lawrence reacts during a game in a white New York Giants road uniform as he moves across the field.

NFL Draft

by Mark Heaney

How will the Dexter Lawrence trade impact the Dallas Cowboys?

Last night, the New York Giants and Cincinnati Bengals shook up the NFL world with a pre-draft week blockbuster. The G-Men traded All-Pro defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence in exchange for the 10th…

April 19, 2026, 8:00 am

NFL Draft

by Mark Heaney

3 Outside-the-Box Options for the Dallas Cowboys Second Draft Pick

It feels like the Dallas Cowboys fanbase is collectively staring down the 12th overall pick ahead of the first-round on Thursday. Will they trade up? Will they trade back? If they sit…

April 18, 2026, 9:58 am

NFL Draft

by Mark Heaney

Which Tennessee Cornerback should the Dallas Cowboys target?

As we’ve come down the stretch in the 2026 NFL Draft cycle, an oddly specific question has risen for the Dallas Cowboys: which Tennessee cornerback is more likely to head to America’s…

April 12, 2026, 8:50 am

NFL Draft

by Mark Heaney

Miami Hurricanes’ Dynamic Duo Could Reunite as Dallas Cowboys

In 2022, Akheem Mesidor and Rueben Bain Jr. both decided they were taking their talents to South Beach to play for the Miami Hurricanes. The elder Mesidor headed down in April after…

April 7, 2026, 8:00 am

NFL Draft

by Mark Heaney

How Tennessee’s Jermod McCoy Saved the Cowboys Draft Plan

On Tuesday, the Tennessee Volunteers held their Pro Day, and all eyes were on cornerback and likely first-round pick, Jermod McCoy; a few days later, the discourse on the Dallas Cowboys draft…

April 5, 2026, 9:46 am

NFL Draft

by Mark Heaney

7-Round Dallas Cowboys Mock Draft with Trades

It may seem hard to believe, but we have only four “Mock Draft Mondays” left in the 2026 NFL Draft cycle, so you have to make them count! Of course, the Dallas…

March 30, 2026, 8:00 am

Dallas Cowboys linebacker in action during a game at AT&T Stadium, showcasing team defense and key plays.

Players & Cap

by Mark Heaney

4 Dallas Cowboys who could lose their spot after the 2026 NFL Draft

Yesterday, the Dallas Cowboys signed veteran defensive lineman Jonathan Bullard to a one-year deal. It was a minor move, but one that reinforces the fact that Dallas has been much more aggressive…

March 29, 2026, 10:47 am

NFL Draft

by Mark Heaney

2026 NFL Draft: Dallas Cowboys Can Cross 2 Draft Stars Off Their Board

We are just under a month away from the 2026 NFL Draft, and with that comes a clearer view of where certain prospects may land. For the Dallas Cowboys, this is both…

March 28, 2026, 8:00 am

Players & Cap

by Mark Heaney

Grading 5 Trades from the Dallas Cowboys in 2025

There’s no denying that 2025 was a much more active year in the trade market than we’re used to when it comes to the Dallas Cowboys. In the offseason, draft, preseason, and…

March 22, 2026, 8:00 am

NFL Draft

by Mark Heaney

Who are the Dallas Cowboys Main Targets in the 2026 NFL Draft?

There comes a time in every NFL Draft cycle when fanbases shift from guessing to gaining a clearer idea of where their team may be headed. For the Dallas Cowboys, it feels…

March 21, 2026, 8:10 am

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Mark Heaney

Cowboys Veteran Parris Campbell Retires after 7 NFL Seasons

Dallas Cowboys Training Camp Will be Headlined by Wide Receiver Battles

2 Dallas Cowboys Fan Favorites Unlikely to Return in 2027

2026 Dallas Cowboys Fantasy Football Preview

Higher or Lower: Will These 3 Cowboys Stars Top Their 2025 Production?

Which Dallas Cowboys have the best chance to win awards in 2026?

3 Best Value Contracts on the Dallas Cowboys Roster

2026 Dallas Cowboys Road Matchups Will Cause Problems

Which Dallas Cowboys are cut candidates after the 2026 NFL Draft?

An Alternative Grading of the Dallas Cowboys First Round Picks

2026 NFL Draft: Grading the Draft Classes from the NFC East

Dallas Cowboys 4th Round Recap: 1st Offensive Player, 2 Defenders Drafted

BREAKING: Dallas Cowboys select Ohio State star Caleb Downs after trade

The Dallas Cowboys trading down is most likely result on Thursday

How will the Dexter Lawrence trade impact the Dallas Cowboys?

3 Outside-the-Box Options for the Dallas Cowboys Second Draft Pick

Which Tennessee Cornerback should the Dallas Cowboys target?

Miami Hurricanes’ Dynamic Duo Could Reunite as Dallas Cowboys

How Tennessee’s Jermod McCoy Saved the Cowboys Draft Plan

7-Round Dallas Cowboys Mock Draft with Trades

4 Dallas Cowboys who could lose their spot after the 2026 NFL Draft

2026 NFL Draft: Dallas Cowboys Can Cross 2 Draft Stars Off Their Board

Grading 5 Trades from the Dallas Cowboys in 2025

Who are the Dallas Cowboys Main Targets in the 2026 NFL Draft?

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