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The Cowboys 2026 Backup Offensive Line is Scary… In a Bad Way

Dallas’ backup offensive line had issues against Seattle in their first preseason game, especially when the Cowboys tried to run the ball early. The keyword there is “tried.” Our first real look…

August 18, 2026, 8:00 am

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Cowboys Preseason Game 1: A Running Back Conundrum

The first Cowboys preseason game gave us some real football to finally talk about. The position I want to discuss first is running back, and the box score doesn’t tell the whole…

August 17, 2026, 8:00 am

Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams carries the football during a game.

Training Camp

by Cody Warren

Cowboys 26′ Training Camp: The Running Back Room Just Got Interesting

I didn’t think I would be talking about the Cowboys’ running back room after two practices, but here we are. My train of thought going into this camp was Javonte Williams is…

July 31, 2026, 6:00 am

Alvin Kamara carries the football for the Saints, highlighting the dual-threat skill set he could bring to the Cowboys backfield at the right number.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Cowboys Trading For Alvin Kamara Works if the Money’s Right

The Alvin Kamara trade idea isn’t crazy, but it’s just as easy to get wrong. After scrolling through social media, I saw a trade scenario pop up involving Alvin Kamara. It was…

June 18, 2026, 6:00 am

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Phil Mafah is Making Dallas Pay Attention

Phil Mafah isn’t a shiny new name in the Dallas Cowboys running back room. The second-year running back is trying to turn a small taste of NFL action into a bigger role…

June 12, 2026, 6:00 am

Antonio Gibson runs upfield during a New England Patriots game

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Antonio Gibson the Cowboys’ Perfect Javonte Williams Complement in 26′

I love the running game and Javonte Williams as the workhorse back, but Antonio Gibson gives Dallas a change-of-pace. To me, Williams isn’t a problem at all. He gives Dallas a physical…

May 4, 2026, 6:00 am

Players & Cap

by Shane Taylor

Is the RB2 for the Dallas Cowboys currently on the roster?

This is something to keep an eye on as we enter the draft in less than two weeks. The current Dallas Cowboys running back room consists of Javonte Williams, Malik Davis, Jaydon…

April 11, 2026, 8:00 am

Will Javonte Williams be in a Cowboys uniform in 2026?

Players & Cap

by Richard Paolinelli

Signing Javonte Williams paid off for Dallas in 2025

The Dallas Cowboys came into the 2025 season looking to begin a season with a new starting running back for the third straight year. The question they faced was who would be…

January 17, 2026, 6:00 am

Rookie running back Jaydon Blue scores his first NFL touchdown.

Players & Cap

by Richard Paolinelli

Cowboys’ rookie running backs finally show up

Back in April, the Dallas Cowboys drafted two rookie running backs to shore up their backfield. And then seemingly forgot all about them. Both Jaydon Blue (5th round) and Phil Mafah (7th…

January 8, 2026, 8:00 am

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Phil Mafah vs. Giants: What Cowboys Fans Should Expect

Phil Mafah could see action against vs. the Giants. Here’s what to expect from his downhill style and how Jaydon Blue’s speed complements him in Dallas. Phil Mafah Will See the Field,…

January 4, 2026, 7:00 am

Cowboys rookies are getting outplayed down the stretch in 2025

Players & Cap

by Richard Paolinelli

Cowboys’ rookies aren’t standing out in recent weeks

Aside from their first round pick out of Alabama, Tyler Booker, the rookies for the Dallas Cowboys had a very quiet night overall in Sunday’s loss to the Vikings. The rookies have…

December 20, 2025, 8:00 am

Players & Cap

by Mark Heaney

Which Cowboys rookie running back will emerge down the stretch?

The 2025 NFL season is over halfway through in Dallas, and one of the few bright spots has been the emergence of Javonte Williams. There is only one problem, however: at least…

November 14, 2025, 12:00 pm

Young man holding Dallas Cowboys football jersey with "Booker" and number 1 at a draft or signing event, showcasing NFL team talent and player signing highlights.

Players & Cap

by Richard Paolinelli

The Cowboys’ 2025 rookie class is mid at the halfway point

The Dallas Cowboys had nine draft picks back in April. Only three of them have had a noticeable impact on the team so far. Unlike his two previous predecessors, first round pick…

November 14, 2025, 6:00 am

Players & Cap

by Richard Paolinelli

Cowboys’ rookie class being led by this standout defender

Shemar James, the Dallas Cowboys second pick in the fifth round of April’s draft, is quickly making his case for the Cowboys’ rookie of the year. Inactive for the first three games,…

October 16, 2025, 6:00 am

Players & Cap

by Richard Paolinelli

Rookies James, Ezeiruaku shined in Sunday tie

While the Dallas Cowboys first round pick of 2025, guard Tyler Booker, was sidelined by a high ankle sprain, two defensive rookies stepped up in Sunday’s 40-40 tie with the Packers. Defensive…

October 2, 2025, 6:00 am

Dallas Cowboys rookie football players in action during a game, showcasing team play, defensive and offensive strategies, and game intensity on the field.

Players & Cap

by Richard Paolinelli

Cowboys getting help from just 2 rookies

Out of what was viewed as a promising class of rookies, only three saw action in Sunday’s loss to Chicago. Only one of them started, and he won’t be starting again until…

September 24, 2025, 6:00 am

Players & Cap

by Mark Heaney

Cowboys Roster Update: Dallas’s Injured Reserve List Growing

The Dallas Cowboys roster is forming quickly, and they are using an alternative way to keep “bubble” players in-house. In the last twenty hours, the team has placed three separate players on…

August 27, 2025, 6:00 am

Players & Cap

by Mark Heaney

Cowboys 53-Man Roster: 3 Mistakes They Can’t Afford to Make

At long last, the preseason has ended, and the next football we’ll see in Dallas will be the real deal. Before that, however, they must cut down to create the 2025 Cowboys…

August 23, 2025, 10:23 am

Cowboys

by Mark Heaney

3 most important Cowboys to watch against the Ravens tonight

We are hours away from Week 2 of the preseason, and there are a few key Cowboys to watch against the Baltimore Ravens tonight. Everybody knows the inaugural game of the Brian…

August 16, 2025, 12:37 pm

Players & Cap

by Mario Herrera Jr.

7th-round rookie can establish a significant role in Cowboys’ offense

The Dallas Cowboys’ training camp has been full of storylines, and one of those is the rise of rookie running back Phil Mafah. The 7th-round pick out of Clemson wasn’t expected to…

August 15, 2025, 12:00 pm

Game Coverage

by Richard Paolinelli

Cowboys have work to do after preseason opener

It’s an old axiom in the NFL not to put too much stock in preseason games, good or bad. Especially when it comes to the first preseason game of the season. That…

August 10, 2025, 6:00 am

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The Cowboys 2026 Backup Offensive Line is Scary… In a Bad Way

Cowboys Preseason Game 1: A Running Back Conundrum

Cowboys 26′ Training Camp: The Running Back Room Just Got Interesting

Cowboys Trading For Alvin Kamara Works if the Money’s Right

Phil Mafah is Making Dallas Pay Attention

Antonio Gibson the Cowboys’ Perfect Javonte Williams Complement in 26′

Is the RB2 for the Dallas Cowboys currently on the roster?

Signing Javonte Williams paid off for Dallas in 2025

Cowboys’ rookie running backs finally show up

Phil Mafah vs. Giants: What Cowboys Fans Should Expect

Cowboys’ rookies aren’t standing out in recent weeks

Which Cowboys rookie running back will emerge down the stretch?

The Cowboys’ 2025 rookie class is mid at the halfway point

Cowboys’ rookie class being led by this standout defender

Rookies James, Ezeiruaku shined in Sunday tie

Cowboys getting help from just 2 rookies

Cowboys Roster Update: Dallas’s Injured Reserve List Growing

Cowboys 53-Man Roster: 3 Mistakes They Can’t Afford to Make

3 most important Cowboys to watch against the Ravens tonight

7th-round rookie can establish a significant role in Cowboys’ offense

Cowboys have work to do after preseason opener

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