Mark Heaney, Cowboys News Writer at Inside The Star

Aug 4, 2024

Cowboys rookie Caelen Carson catches eyes in training camp

I have been saying this since before the 2024 NFL Draft even started: Caelen Carson will play significant snaps for a team this season. The former Wake Forest cornerback is now making…

by Mark Heaney

Where do the top Cowboys land in Fantasy Football rankings? 3

Analysis & Rumors

Aug 4, 2024

Where do the top Cowboys land in Fantasy Football rankings?

Things are heating up in the NFL world. Training camp is here, the preseason is on deck, and with that the Cowboys fantasy football rankings are starting to get some attention. It…

by Mark Heaney

A football player in a white Dallas Cowboys jersey and helmet smiles on the field.

Roster & Players

Aug 2, 2024

Should Dak Prescott aim for free agency or a contract extension?

Despite on-field activities beginning, it is an off-field issue that is hanging over the Dallas Cowboys’ heads right now. They have yet to strike a deal on a Dak Prescott contract extension,…

by Mark Heaney

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3 reasons why the Cowboys defense will be elite in 2024 1

Cowboys News

Jul 28, 2024

3 reasons why the Cowboys defense will be elite in 2024

The Cowboys defense has more star-power than just about any in the NFL. With Pro Bowl-caliber players all over, and a top-five defensive player in the NFL, there should be no limit…

by Mark Heaney

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Cowboys Offensive Line: Veterans over Rookies So Far in Training Camp

Roster & Players

Jul 27, 2024

Cowboys Offensive Line: Veterans over rookies so far in Training Camp

The Dallas Cowboys offensive line has become one of the key aspects of the upcoming season. After losing two mainstays and drafting two major prospects, the organization is now tasked with figuring…

by Mark Heaney

Which Cowboys wide receiver will shine in CeeDee Lamb's absence? 1

Roster & Players

Jul 27, 2024

Which Cowboys wide receiver will shine in CeeDee Lamb’s absence?

The story taking center-stage in Dallas right now is the absence of Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb from training camp. As the superstar continues his holdout for a new contract, his backups…

by Mark Heaney

Stephen Jones: it will be "challenge" to re-sign everybody 2

Roster & Players

Jul 20, 2024

Stephen Jones: it will be a “challenge” to re-sign everybody

The Dallas Cowboys player contract extensions continue to dominate the headlines. From Dak Prescott to CeeDee Lamb to Micah Parsons, the questions won’t go away until they are answered. On Friday, those…

by Mark Heaney

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Which Cowboys rookie will shine the brightest in 2024?

Roster & Players

Jul 19, 2024

Which Cowboys rookie will shine the brightest in 2024?

As the 2024 regular season inches closer, the Dallas Cowboys rookie class is garnering a ton of attention from the fan base. After a lackluster draft class performance in 2023, it is…

by Mark Heaney

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Which Cowboys superstar is most likely to leave after 2024? 3

Roster & Players

Jul 17, 2024

Which Cowboys superstar is most likely to leave after 2024?

The biggest story line for the Dallas Cowboys heading into this season has nothing to do with on-field things. Instead, there is a heavy focus on some of the Cowboys stars’ contracts…

by Mark Heaney

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Cowboys linebackers hold keys to defensive success in 2024 3

Cowboys News

Jul 14, 2024

Linebackers hold the keys to the Cowboys defensive success

For just a moment, think back to the Cowboys linebackers after Leighton Vander Esch went down in 2023. It was a huge weakness for Dallas, and the entire defensive unit felt the…

by Mark Heaney

5 Cowboys veterans that are must-watch in Training Camp

Roster & Players

Jul 12, 2024

3 Cowboys veterans who will be must-see in training camp

A few Cowboys veterans are inching closer to a crucial training camp in their careers. With roster turnover and fresh faces being added this offseason, some older players could be fighting for…

by Mark Heaney

Dak Prescott talks walking boot and new contract with media

Roster & Players

Jul 10, 2024

Dak Prescott talks walking boot & new contract with media

Stop me if you’ve heard this before: this has been the offseason of Dak Prescott in Dallas. Whether it be fanbase disputes over whether or not he should return, the front office…

by Mark Heaney

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Saying Goodbye: Last Run for 3 Cowboys Legends in 2024? 4

Roster & Players

Jul 7, 2024

Saying Goodbye: Last Run for 3 Cowboys Legends in 2024?

The fans’ expectations, as always, are high in Dallas right now, but three Cowboys legends may hold even higher hopes for the 2024 season. With so much tension around the team’s postseason…

by Mark Heaney

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3 Cowboys offensive players entering their prime in 2024 2

Roster & Players

Jul 7, 2024

3 Cowboys offensive players entering their prime in 2024

The Dallas Cowboys roster is like no other in the NFL. From the MVP-caliber quarterback with little fan support, the record-breaking young guys at wide receiver and pass rusher, to the future…

by Mark Heaney

How will Cowboys stack up against the NFL's best in 2024 2

NFL & NFC East

Jul 6, 2024

How will Cowboys stack up against the NFL’s best in 2024

The 2023 Dallas Cowboys schedule saw seven matchups with postseason teams, and to say they struggled in those seven critical games is an understatement. Dallas went 3-5 in total, including that embarrassing…

by Mark Heaney

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Which Cowboy will become the second option for Dak Prescott? 1

Cowboys News

Jun 29, 2024

Which Cowboy will become the 2nd option for Dak Prescott?

The Dallas Cowboys offense revolves around two players: Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb. In 2023, the pair connected on 12 touchdowns and over 1,700 receiving yards. That dominating regular season effort led…

by Mark Heaney

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Two football players in Cowboys uniforms, numbered 23 and 21, embrace on the field.

Cowboys News

Jun 29, 2024

3 Cowboys at risk of losing starting spots in 2024

The NFL is about a month away from Training Camp kicking off, and with that, we are one step closer to knowing the Cowboys starting lineup in 2024. In what will be…

by Mark Heaney

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Are the Cowboys primed for a special playoff run in 2024? 1

Cowboys News

Jun 26, 2024

Are the Cowboys primed for a special playoff run in 2024?

The Dallas Cowboys’ playoff history has been bad, to say the least, for over two decades. It has been nearly 30 years since the last NFC Championship appearance for Dallas. Since that…

by Mark Heaney

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Which Cowboys offseason change will make biggest impact

Cowboys News

Jun 23, 2024

Which Cowboys offseason change will make biggest impact

It is safe to say the Dallas Cowboys’ offseason was controversial. Following the team’s third devastating playoff loss in three years, many fans had hoped for serious action in the offseason. Solely…

by Mark Heaney

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DeMarcus Lawrence to Come off PUP List Soon, Eyeing Week 1 Return

Cowboys News

Jun 22, 2024

3 Cowboys defenders playing for new contracts in 2024

In Dallas, the talk about extensions is revolving around Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, and Micah Parsons, but some crucial members of the Cowboys’ defense need new contracts too. The 2024 season will…

by Mark Heaney

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

Cowboys News

Jun 22, 2024

Will Dak Prescott become highest paid player in NFL history?

The Dak Prescott contract situation is one of the biggest stories in the NFL right now. Prescott, 30, is headed into his ninth season; the last on his current deal. And while…

by Mark Heaney

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Cowboys rookie Caelen Carson catches eyes in training camp

Where do the top Cowboys land in Fantasy Football rankings?

Should Dak Prescott aim for free agency or a contract extension?

3 reasons why the Cowboys defense will be elite in 2024

Cowboys Offensive Line: Veterans over rookies so far in Training Camp

Which Cowboys wide receiver will shine in CeeDee Lamb’s absence?

Stephen Jones: it will be a “challenge” to re-sign everybody

Which Cowboys rookie will shine the brightest in 2024?

Which Cowboys superstar is most likely to leave after 2024?

Linebackers hold the keys to the Cowboys defensive success

3 Cowboys veterans who will be must-see in training camp

Dak Prescott talks walking boot & new contract with media

Saying Goodbye: Last Run for 3 Cowboys Legends in 2024?

3 Cowboys offensive players entering their prime in 2024

How will Cowboys stack up against the NFL’s best in 2024

Which Cowboy will become the 2nd option for Dak Prescott?

3 Cowboys at risk of losing starting spots in 2024

Are the Cowboys primed for a special playoff run in 2024?

Which Cowboys offseason change will make biggest impact

3 Cowboys defenders playing for new contracts in 2024

Will Dak Prescott become highest paid player in NFL history?

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