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Dallas Cowboys Good, Bad, and Ugly from Week 10 Against Vikings 1

3 key matchups will determine if the Cowboys beat the Vikings on Sunday night

The Dallas Cowboys will play yet another Primetime game when they host the Minnesota Vikings (5-8) this Sunday night at AT&T Stadium. HC Brian Schottenheimer and his team are fighting for their…

December 13, 2025, 1:00 pm

Dallas Cowboys player and Philadelphia Eagles player face off on the football field, showcasing intense rivalry and sportsmanship in an NFL game.

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Key Matchups: 3 ways the Cowboys must exploit the Eagles

Few rivalries in the NFL carry the history, intensity, and season-shaping weight of Cowboys vs Eagles. These matchups often define playoff positioning and spark emotional responses from both fanbases. Dallas enters today’s…

November 23, 2025, 11:00 am

Football player in red Arizona Cardinals jersey catching a football against a Dallas Cowboys defender during an NFL game; game day atmosphere with cheerleaders, cameras, and spectators in the background.

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

3 Key Matchups: Cowboys must ground Cardinals on MNF

The Dallas Cowboys return home to AT&T Stadium on Monday night hoping to erase the stench of last week’s 44–17 embarrassment at Mile High Stadium. Denver’s offense carved up a lifeless Cowboys…

November 2, 2025, 11:00 am

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

3 key matchups Dallas must exploit vs Washington

The NFC East race is heating up, and Sunday’s clash between the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Commanders carries major early season implications. The winner will move into sole possession of second place…

October 18, 2025, 10:00 am

Vibrant image of football players from the Detroit Lions celebrating on the field during an NFL game, showcasing team spirit and athleticism; fans and stadium are visible in the background.

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Losing 2 key matchups cost the Cowboys the game in Carolina

The Dallas Cowboys entered Sunday’s game against the Carolina Panthers looking to build momentum and separate themselves in a crowded NFC playoff picture. On paper, the matchups seemed to favor Dallas. In…

October 13, 2025, 10:00 am

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

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Key Matchups: 3 ways the Cowboys can neutralize the Panthers

In the NFL, talent alone doesn’t win football games. The league’s parity means that every Sunday comes down to execution and matchups, the places where strengths and weaknesses collide. For the Dallas…

October 12, 2025, 10:00 am

Dallas looks to avoid deja vu and even the score from 2019

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Key Matchups: Cowboys look to keep Jets grounded

The stakes couldn’t be higher as the Dallas Cowboys prepare to face the winless New York Jets this afternoon. Both teams enter this matchup desperate for a victory, though for very different…

October 5, 2025, 9:21 am

Dallas Cowboys vs Green Bay Packers football game showing line of scrimmage with players in helmets and pads.

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Key Matchups: Stars must shine brighter for a Cowboys’ victory

The Dallas Cowboys face a defining moment this Sunday night when they host the Green Bay Packers at AT&T Stadium. Recent history has not been kind to Dallas in this matchup. The…

September 27, 2025, 12:00 pm

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott evades a tackle during an NFL game against the Denver Broncos, showcasing his agility and leadership on the field. The game highlights top football action and player skills.

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

3 key matchups that could decide Cowboys vs Bears

The Dallas Cowboys enter Week 3 with a 1-1 record that feels like it could have swung either way. After a frustrating collapse in Week 1 against the Philadelphia Eagles, Dallas bounced…

September 18, 2025, 10:00 am

DAL vs ATL Key Matchups: Cowboys don't have enough reinforcements to cover the Falcons' weapons

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Key Matchups: Cowboys don’t have enough reinforcements to cover the Falcons’ weapons

It’s game day in Atlanta, and the Dallas Cowboys (3-4) aim to reach the .500 mark on the season by going against the home team Atlanta Falcons (5-3). Falcons’ QB Kirk Cousins…

November 3, 2024, 10:00 am

3 Key Matchups: Cowboys must exorcise old demons in Santa Clara

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

3 Key Matchups: Cowboys must exorcise old demons in Santa Clara

We are finally just a few hours away from the Dallas Cowboys taking the field on Sunday Night Football versus the San Francisco 49ers. Even though it’s been lopsided lately, this is…

October 27, 2024, 8:30 am

DAL vs DET: Winning key matchups is the Cowboys' only chance at victory

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

DAL vs DET: Winning key matchups is the Cowboys’ only chance at victory

The Dallas Cowboys and Detroit Lions will face off today at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. A win for the Cowboys would mean they get their first home win of the season, but…

October 13, 2024, 11:09 am

The Cowboys must hold the upper hand in 3 key matchups 2

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

The Cowboys must hold the upper hand in 3 key matchups

The Dallas Cowboys and the Pittsburgh Steelers are set to face off on Sunday Night Football in front of a national audience. They might not be the powerhouses they once were during…

October 5, 2024, 8:14 am

Football player in a white Dallas Cowboys uniform holding a football, preparing to throw during a game.

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Cowboys prepare for key matchups vs BAL; can they stop the Ravens’ elite tandem?

The Dallas Cowboys and Baltimore Ravens are preparing for a heavyweight fight this coming Sunday at AT&T Stadium. Dallas (1-1) is looking for their first home win of the season after losing…

September 21, 2024, 10:18 am

Football player in blue jersey evades two players in white jerseys on field during a game.

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

3 Key Matchups: Cowboys will rely on rookie CB to perform again vs Saints

Coming off of a resounding win on the road in Cleveland, the Dallas Cowboys will return to Texas for their 2024 home opener against the New Orleans Saints. New Orleans poses many…

September 14, 2024, 11:00 am

DAL at CLE: The Cowboys will go as far as Dak Prescott takes them 2

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

DAL at CLE: The Cowboys will go as far as Dak Prescott takes them

When the Dallas Cowboys take the field versus the Cleveland Browns late Sunday afternoon, it will be the first time we see the team in full action since the playoff loss to…

September 8, 2024, 10:00 am

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

DAL vs LAR: Cowboys’ keys to victory

Believe it or not, the NFL season is nearly at the halfway point. Our Dallas Cowboys find themselves with a record of 4-2, and hosts of the Los Angeles Rams this Sunday…

October 29, 2023, 6:00 am

DAL at LAC: Key matchups will get the Cowboys back into the winning column

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

DAL at LAC: Key matchups feature a familiar face

The Week 5 result in San Francisco has left the Dallas Cowboys, it’s fans, and even the team’s analysts more deflated than any other game I can remember. When you suffer a…

October 12, 2023, 7:00 am

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by Mario Herrera Jr.

Exploiting these key matchups will lead the Cowboys to victory over the 49ers

If there is one matchup that nearly every Cowboys fan circled when the schedule was released, it was this Week 5 matchup at San Francisco. Unless you suffer from short term memory…

October 4, 2023, 7:00 am

Key Matchups

3 key matchups will determine if the Cowboys beat the Vikings on Sunday night

Key Matchups: 3 ways the Cowboys must exploit the Eagles

3 Key Matchups: Cowboys must ground Cardinals on MNF

3 key matchups Dallas must exploit vs Washington

Losing 2 key matchups cost the Cowboys the game in Carolina

Key Matchups: 3 ways the Cowboys can neutralize the Panthers

Key Matchups: Cowboys look to keep Jets grounded

Key Matchups: Stars must shine brighter for a Cowboys’ victory

3 key matchups that could decide Cowboys vs Bears

Key Matchups: Cowboys don’t have enough reinforcements to cover the Falcons’ weapons

3 Key Matchups: Cowboys must exorcise old demons in Santa Clara

DAL vs DET: Winning key matchups is the Cowboys’ only chance at victory

The Cowboys must hold the upper hand in 3 key matchups

Cowboys prepare for key matchups vs BAL; can they stop the Ravens’ elite tandem?

3 Key Matchups: Cowboys will rely on rookie CB to perform again vs Saints

DAL at CLE: The Cowboys will go as far as Dak Prescott takes them

DAL vs LAR: Cowboys’ keys to victory

DAL at LAC: Key matchups feature a familiar face

Exploiting these key matchups will lead the Cowboys to victory over the 49ers

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