Mark Heaney, Cowboys News Writer at Inside The Star

Dec 24, 2024

2025 Cowboys offseason: Dallas faces a two-player dilemma

It’s the season of giving, but as we look toward the end of the 2024 season, it’s important to remember that the Cowboys’ offseason plans won’t give fans much to unwrap. Stephen…

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Game Coverage

Dec 22, 2024

Cooper Rush shines as Cowboys win 26-24 over Buccaneers

Earlier today, Dallas was officially eliminated from playoff contention. This took the air out of their matchup with the Buccaneers for many, but the players were still ready for battle, leading to…

by Mark Heaney

3 Cowboys starters that must shine against Buccaneers

Roster & Players

Dec 22, 2024

3 Cowboys starters that must shine against Buccaneers in Week 16

The Dallas Cowboys starters have a tall task ahead of them tonight, as their slim playoff hopes could end with a loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. If they are going to…

by Mark Heaney

Which 2025 Cowboys free agents deserve contract extensions? 4

Roster & Players

Dec 21, 2024

Which 2025 Cowboys free agents deserve contract extensions?

This 2024 season is slowly coming to a close, but the focus on 2025 may have already started in Dallas. The upcoming Cowboys free agents compile a lengthy list of key players…

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Week 15 Injury Report: Key Cowboys banged up against Panthers 2

Cowboys News

Dec 14, 2024

Week 15 Injury Report: Key Cowboys banged up against Panthers

The Dallas Cowboys are headed to Charlotte to take on the Carolina Panthers in Week 15, but they will be shorthanded, to say the least. Playing on short rest after their Monday…

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Has Rico Dowdle solved the Cowboys running back problem?

Roster & Players

Dec 13, 2024

Has Rico Dowdle solved the Cowboys running back problem?

Dallas Cowboys fans have been clamoring for a shiny new running back for nearly a year. From Derrick Henry to Ashton Jeanty, the list of names linked to Dallas has been extensive,…

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3 reasons why Mike McCarthy will be the Cowboys coach in 2025 3

Cowboys News

Dec 12, 2024

3 reasons why Mike McCarthy will be the Cowboys coach in 2025

If you’ve unplugged from the media coverage of this Cowboys season, you may be under the assumption that a head coaching search this offseason is a near certainty. However, if you have…

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3 Cowboys free agent targets for the 2025 offseason

Roster & Players

Dec 7, 2024

3 Cowboys free agent targets for the 2025 offseason

I’m not drinking the Dallas Kool-Aid quite yet after two straight wins. With their starting quarterback out, an array of injuries, and a lackluster roster, the real focus should be on the…

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Arch Manning to Cowboys rumors circling after

Cowboys News

Dec 7, 2024

Arch Manning to Cowboys rumors circulating after new comments

If there is one word that has defined the Cowboys’ 2024 season, it is rumors. From Deion and Shedeur Sanders to Mike McCarthy, we’ve had our fair share of gossip this year,…

by Mark Heaney

Zack Martin: Is this the end for a Cowboys legend?

Roster & Players

Dec 6, 2024

Zack Martin: Is this the end for a Cowboys legend?

Zack Martin may soon be retired. The current longest-tenured Cowboy, Martin has led a Hall of Fame career, totaling nine Pro Bowl selections, seven All-Pro nods, and being named a member of…

by Mark Heaney

In his Dallas Cowboys uniform, the football player stands on the field, surrounded by fellow Cowboys players post-game, contemplating his future role with the team.

Roster & Players

Dec 1, 2024

3 Cowboys players fighting for their future role in Dallas

After that Thanksgiving Day win over the Giants, Dallas sits at 5-7. It is an improvement after being just 3-7, but the Cowboys players must know the future of this season is…

by Mark Heaney

During a game, a football player in a blue and white uniform from the Cowboys draft class throws a precise pass, highlighting the team's 2024 resurgence.

Roster & Players

Nov 30, 2024

Criticized Cowboys draft class is making a resurgence in 2024

From the moment their names were called, the 2023 Dallas Cowboys draft class was hammered with criticism from the fanbase. Another Michigan defensive lineman? A tight end in the second round? The…

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During a Thanksgiving game in the 2024 season, a Cowboys football player celebrates exuberantly in a large red bucket on the sidelines, with two teammates laughing nearby.

Game Coverage

Nov 28, 2024

Cowboys Thanksgiving outcome will dictate rest of 2024 season

The holiday season is officially in full swing, which means Cowboys Thanksgiving Day football. Fans will be knee-deep in turkey, pumpkin pie, and camera cuts to Jerry Jones in his suite in…

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The football player in the white jersey, looking slightly upset, prepares to throw a pass as a determined Commanders player in a red jersey rapidly approaches.

Game Coverage

Nov 24, 2024

Cowboys win in shocking 34-26 upset over Commanders in Week 12

For the first time since October 6th, the headlines will read “Cowboys win.” In one of the craziest games you will ever see, Dallas pulled off a 34-26 upset over the Washington…

by Mark Heaney

Two American football players in Dallas Cowboys uniforms stand poised on the field during a Week 12 game, showcasing the strength of the Cowboys defense.

Roster & Players

Nov 23, 2024

Cowboys’ defense has no excuses against Commanders in Week 12

The Dallas Cowboys’ defense enters Week 12 as one of the most disappointing units in the entire NFL. They have given up the most rushing touchdowns, rank in the bottom five in…

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A Dallas Cowboys player stands on the field during Week 11, looking down with his hand near his face.

Game Coverage

Nov 18, 2024

Texans crush Cowboys Week 11 hopes in 34-10 blowout

There is officially a five-game losing streak in Dallas, as the Cowboys Week 11 matchup with the Houston Texans ends in a 34-10 defeat. It’s hard to say we didn’t see this…

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A man in a suit speaks at a press conference, with a sports poster featuring Cowboys legend Jerry Jones in the background and a water bottle on the table.

Cowboys News

Nov 16, 2024

Jerry Jones hints at hiring Cowboys legend as next Head Coach

Stop me if you’ve heard this before: In a new live interview, Cowboys Owner and General Manager Jerry Jones sparked a fanbase frenzy with his comments. Not only have we heard that…

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Football player in a white and blue uniform with the name "Dowdle" and number 23 on the jersey, raising his left hand.

Roster & Players

Nov 15, 2024

Mike McCarthy names Rico Dowdle the RB1 in press conference

At long last, Cowboys fans have gotten the answer they have wanted for months at the running back position. During his Thursday press conference, Head Coach Mike McCarthy made it clear that…

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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.

Roster & Players

Nov 14, 2024

Can CeeDee Lamb save the Cowboys’ offense in Week 11?

It is no secret that the Dallas Cowboys offense looks as bad as they ever have right now. With Dak Prescott out and a depleted roster overall, the Cowboys will look to…

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In Week 10, two football players clashed on the field—one in white and blue, representing the Cowboys, and the other in green and white for the Eagles.

Game Coverage

Nov 10, 2024

Can key Cowboys stars match the Eagles’ firepower in Week 10?

It’s officially game day in Dallas, and a few key Cowboys stars are preparing for a heavy load in this Week 10 matchup. Let’s face it: The Eagles are no joke, and…

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Two veteran football players from the same team stride confidently onto the field, donning their blue and white uniforms and helmets, ready to tackle the challenges of the 2024 season.

Roster & Players

Nov 9, 2024

2 Cowboys veterans that could be benched as 2024 season falters

We’re one day away from a Dallas-Philadelphia face-off, and the hype for the game could not be lower. It’s the team’s first game without Dak Prescott, they have fallen to 3rd in…

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Mark Heaney

2025 Cowboys offseason: Dallas faces a two-player dilemma

Cooper Rush shines as Cowboys win 26-24 over Buccaneers

3 Cowboys starters that must shine against Buccaneers in Week 16

Which 2025 Cowboys free agents deserve contract extensions?

Week 15 Injury Report: Key Cowboys banged up against Panthers

Has Rico Dowdle solved the Cowboys running back problem?

3 reasons why Mike McCarthy will be the Cowboys coach in 2025

3 Cowboys free agent targets for the 2025 offseason

Arch Manning to Cowboys rumors circulating after new comments

Zack Martin: Is this the end for a Cowboys legend?

3 Cowboys players fighting for their future role in Dallas

Criticized Cowboys draft class is making a resurgence in 2024

Cowboys Thanksgiving outcome will dictate rest of 2024 season

Cowboys win in shocking 34-26 upset over Commanders in Week 12

Cowboys’ defense has no excuses against Commanders in Week 12

Texans crush Cowboys Week 11 hopes in 34-10 blowout

Jerry Jones hints at hiring Cowboys legend as next Head Coach

Mike McCarthy names Rico Dowdle the RB1 in press conference

Can CeeDee Lamb save the Cowboys’ offense in Week 11?

Can key Cowboys stars match the Eagles’ firepower in Week 10?

2 Cowboys veterans that could be benched as 2024 season falters

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