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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by Mark Heaney

The Dallas Cowboys’ Path to the Playoffs Is Narrow

The Dallas Cowboys barely beat the Indianapolis Colts, who have all but conceded the 2026 season, one week after losing to the Arizona Cardinals,…

November 14, 2026, 10:00 am

NFL Draft

by Mark Heaney

Is the Cowboys’ 2027 First-Round Pick Already Obvious?

Yesterday, Marcus Mosher of the Locked on Cowboys podcast tweeted something that, as an NFL Draft fanatic, I cannot get out of my head.…

November 12, 2026, 10:47 am

Cowboys

by Mark Heaney

The Cowboys’ Season Is on the Line Against the Colts

I have no problem saying this: the Dallas Cowboys’ season is 100% on the line in today’s matchup against the Indianapolis Colts. Inevitably, if…

November 8, 2026, 9:14 am

Cowboys

by Mark Heaney

Cowboys’ rookie Jaydon Blue faces criticism and fires back

In what is usually a dull time in the NFL news cycle, Cowboys’ rookie Jaydon Blue sparked headlines after a back-and-forth with some newfound criticism this week. The former Texas Longhorn and…

July 19, 2025, 8:29 am

Cowboys

by Mark Heaney

Dallas Cowboys’ contract extension strategy carries risks in 2025

The Dallas Cowboys’ contract extension storyline has followed the organization in every season over the last several years. Dak Prescott, Ezekiel Elliott, CeeDee Lamb, and even Dez Bryant have each had their…

July 13, 2025, 9:53 am

Cowboys

by Mark Heaney

Dallas Cowboys’ 2025 Retirement Tour May Not Be Over Yet

There is an era ending in Dallas, as the star-studded names from the mid-2010s continue to hang up their cleats. The Cowboys’ 2025 retirement tour has been very real, as the team…

July 12, 2025, 12:00 pm

Cowboys

by Mark Heaney

Tyler Booker & NFL Precedent: History Favors Cowboys’ Rookie in 2025

Over the last ten years, only three guards have been selected higher than Tyler Booker in the NFL Draft. So, naturally, selecting the former Alabama product 12th overall did not come without…

July 11, 2025, 10:00 am

Cowboys

by Mark Heaney

3 realistic expectations for the Cowboys running backs in 2025

The Dallas Cowboys running backs have been generating storylines for years now. Whether it be the Ezekiel Elliott era, the transition to Tony Pollard, or the struggle to find a franchise back…

July 6, 2025, 10:17 am

Trey Lance finds the end zone, Brandon Aubrey finds another record in Vegas victory 1

Players & Cap

by Mark Heaney

The 3 All-Pros of the Dallas Cowboys’ special teams unit

Debates around Dak Prescott and the offense, and the true fortitude of the defense, will follow Dallas around no matter what. However, when it comes to the Dallas Cowboys’ special teams, there…

July 5, 2025, 12:06 pm

Cowboys

by Mark Heaney

3 Dallas Cowboys depth pieces who could start in 2025

After an off-season full of minor additions, it’s time to look at the Dallas Cowboys depth pieces who have a real chance at exceeding expectations in 2025. Perhaps even more than the…

June 30, 2025, 10:00 am

Cowboys

by Mark Heaney

How will the 2024 Cowboys draft class perform in Year 2?

Time flies in the NFL, and the players from the 2024 Cowboys draft class are surely feeling that right now. In the blink of an eye, they are heading into year two…

June 29, 2025, 12:59 pm

Cowboys

by Mark Heaney

The Cowboys Cornerstones: Ranking Dallas’ Top 5 Players in 2025

For a team with a “top-heavy” roster, you can debate who the Dallas Cowboys cornerstones are all day. It’s a group filled with former All-Pros, high-potential young guys, and players teetering on…

June 29, 2025, 12:13 pm

Celebrating Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl victory with team members holding the Vince Lombardi Trophy, surrounded by confetti and joyous fans, highlighting NFL championship success.

NFC East

by Mark Heaney

Does the Eagles Super Bowl win crush Cowboys chances in 2025?

In February, Dallas Cowboys fans everywhere sat on their couch and watched a blowout Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl victory. It was rough, especially considering it was their second win in the last…

June 28, 2025, 10:21 am

Cowboys

by Mark Heaney

Will growing pains in the trenches wreck the 2025 Cowboys odds?

Two things can be true at once: Brian Schottenheimer is clearly committed to rebuilding the trenches, and the trenches still need rebuilding. In short, the 2025 Dallas Cowboys odds are reliant on…

June 22, 2025, 12:00 pm

Cowboys

by Mark Heaney

What is the Dallas Cowboys’ fantasy football relevance in 2025?

Over the last decade, fans have seen the Dallas Cowboys’ fantasy football relevance skyrocket and plummet. The rise and fall of Ezekiel Elliott, the dominance of CeeDee Lamb, and the front office’s…

June 21, 2025, 12:42 pm

Cowboys

by Mark Heaney

Dallas Cowboys Coaching Staff: The Catalyst for Success in 2025

Some may struggle to call it “revamped,” given Brian Schottenheimer’s previous role in Dallas, but the 2025 Cowboys coaching staff is certainly bringing some juice to town. The Mike McCarthy era brought…

June 21, 2025, 11:00 am

Dallas Cowboys football player running on the field during a game, wearing team uniform and helmet.

Players & Cap

by Mark Heaney

DeMarvion Overshown injury brings 2 major storylines to 2025

Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown suffered one of the most devastating injuries the organization has had in the last decade. After grinding back from a torn ACL in his rookie season, the…

June 15, 2025, 1:00 pm

Will Dak Prescott become highest paid player in NFL history? 3

Players & Cap

by Mark Heaney

The 3 Keys Behind Dak Prescott’s Potential 2025 Breakout

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott is heading into his tenth and most important NFL season. The 31-year-old is set to break franchise records, return from a brutal hamstring injury, and start playing…

June 15, 2025, 12:00 pm

CeeDee Lamb, could he be Dallas' first triple crown receiver

Cowboys

by Mark Heaney

Numbers Don’t Lie: Dallas Cowboys offense poised to explode in 2025

For teams, summer is a time to shake off the rust and build momentum; for fans, it’s all about the hype. That’s been true for the Dallas Cowboys offense, but in this…

June 14, 2025, 10:10 am

Cowboys

by Mark Heaney

3 forgotten players keys to Cowboys success in 2025

As we head into the summer months of the NFL offseason, the star names on the Dallas Cowboys roster are starting to take over the headlines. That’s how it always goes, especially…

June 8, 2025, 10:00 am

Cowboys

by Mark Heaney

2025 Cowboys Defense: The Good, the Bad & the Ugly

Offense always grabs the headlines during NFL preseason hype, and that holds true in Dallas. However, year after year, it’s the other side of the ball that often determines a team’s fate,…

June 8, 2025, 8:00 am

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver wearing helmet and jersey on the football field during game.

Training Camp

by Mark Heaney

4 Cowboys veterans who have the most to lose this summer

The weather is getting hot, a new coaching staff is getting acclimated, and players are back on the field; it must be summer. With that comes a few huge months for a…

June 7, 2025, 1:05 pm

Cowboys

by Mark Heaney

Former Cowboy and Super Bowl champion dies at 70

In a statement released yesterday, the Dallas Cowboys mourned the loss of former center and guard of 14 years, Tom Rafferty, who died on Thursday at the age of 70. The cause…

June 7, 2025, 11:12 am

Cowboys

by Mark Heaney

2025 Cowboys Defense: 3 players flying under the radar

This is a big year for Matt Eberflus and the Dallas Cowboys defense. The first-year defensive coordinator is taking the reins from Mike Zimmer, and the unit will have a major say…

June 1, 2025, 1:00 pm

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Mark Heaney

The Dallas Cowboys’ Path to the Playoffs Is Narrow

Is the Cowboys’ 2027 First-Round Pick Already Obvious?

The Cowboys’ Season Is on the Line Against the Colts

Cowboys’ rookie Jaydon Blue faces criticism and fires back

Dallas Cowboys’ contract extension strategy carries risks in 2025

Dallas Cowboys’ 2025 Retirement Tour May Not Be Over Yet

Tyler Booker & NFL Precedent: History Favors Cowboys’ Rookie in 2025

3 realistic expectations for the Cowboys running backs in 2025

The 3 All-Pros of the Dallas Cowboys’ special teams unit

3 Dallas Cowboys depth pieces who could start in 2025

How will the 2024 Cowboys draft class perform in Year 2?

The Cowboys Cornerstones: Ranking Dallas’ Top 5 Players in 2025

Does the Eagles Super Bowl win crush Cowboys chances in 2025?

Will growing pains in the trenches wreck the 2025 Cowboys odds?

What is the Dallas Cowboys’ fantasy football relevance in 2025?

Dallas Cowboys Coaching Staff: The Catalyst for Success in 2025

DeMarvion Overshown injury brings 2 major storylines to 2025

The 3 Keys Behind Dak Prescott’s Potential 2025 Breakout

Numbers Don’t Lie: Dallas Cowboys offense poised to explode in 2025

3 forgotten players keys to Cowboys success in 2025

2025 Cowboys Defense: The Good, the Bad & the Ugly

4 Cowboys veterans who have the most to lose this summer

Former Cowboy and Super Bowl champion dies at 70

2025 Cowboys Defense: 3 players flying under the radar

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