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Dallas Cowboys receiver George Pickens makes a catch over two Philadelphia Eagles defenders. This shows the importance of Quinnen Williams new contract and how it affects Pickens future negotiations.

Quinnen Williams Deal Proves Dallas Can Pay Pickens in 26′

For months, the money question in Dallas has been pretty simple for us fans. How are the Cowboys supposed to keep George Pickens and Quinnen Williams when Dak Prescott and CeeDe Lamb…

August 11, 2026, 10:00 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

Jerry Jones stands in front of Cowboys branding, symbolizing Dallas’ aggressive spending approach and the gamble behind roster-building decisions.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

The Cowboys Aren’t Cheap—Their Spending Problem Is Worse

The Dallas Cowboys spending problem gets talked about every offseason, but I think fans sometimes frame it the wrong way. Dallas gets called cheap all the time, and I understand why. When…

June 14, 2026, 6:00 am

Kenny Clark lines up on the defensive front for the Dallas Cowboys, preparing for the snap in a home game.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Kenny Clark’s $21.5M Cap Hit: Trade or Restructure?

The Dallas Cowboys can clear $21.5 million in 2026 by trading Kenny Clark, but should they? That’s the real question surrounding Kenny Clark and the Dallas Cowboys right now. I’ve found things…

February 18, 2026, 6:00 am

Cowboys' Stephen Jones open to NFL Draft trade down

Players & Cap

by Mario Herrera Jr.

The upcoming NFL salary cap increase is good news for the Cowboys

The NFL salary cap is projected to take a significant leap in 2026, rising from $279.2 million in 2025 to a range between $301 million and $305 million. That type of increase…

February 1, 2026, 10:00 am

Dallas Cowboys football player running with the ball on the field during a game.

Players & Cap

by Richard Paolinelli

Prescott’s best year wasted as Milton remains a mystery

In 2025, for the second time in three seasons, Dak Prescott started every game of the NFL season for the Dallas Cowboys. It was also the second time he’d done son in…

January 15, 2026, 6:00 am

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Cowboys 2026 Cap Panic Is Fake

The Cowboys’ 2026 cap panic is fake. With $45–60M in space, disappearing dead money, and flexible deals, Dallas can afford George Pickens and three $20M defensive tackles. Extend George Pickens with What…

November 22, 2025, 8:00 am

NFC East

by Mario Herrera Jr.

Eagles’ offense hasn’t been worth the price in 2025

The Philadelphia Eagles sit at a strong 8–2 record heading into their highly anticipated matchup against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday. On paper, there should be nothing puzzling about their success. After…

November 21, 2025, 8:39 am

Players & Cap

by Shane Taylor

Where do the Cowboys stand in NFL salary cap moving forward?

The Dallas Cowboys found themselves active at the trade deadline on Tuesday afternoon, trading for Logan Wilson and Quinnen Williams, a player that they hope can not only get them back in…

November 6, 2025, 8:00 am

Cowboys

by Mario Herrera Jr.

Charlotte Jones’ response to Parsons’ contract stalemate is more of the same shortsightedness

The contract standoff between the Dallas Cowboys and star pass rusher Micah Parsons has dominated NFL headlines all offseason. Parsons, one of the league’s most disruptive defensive players, is seeking a long-term…

August 19, 2025, 12:00 pm

Cowboys

by Cody Warren

Stephen Jones & the Dallas Cowboys: From Splash to Caution

The Dallas Cowboys have been NFL mainstays for decades, but their postseason success hasn’t matched their profile, thanks Stephen. Since their last Super Bowl in 1995, the team has cycled through coaches,…

June 10, 2025, 8:00 am

Vitality of a Dallas Cowboys football player during a game, wearing a helmet and jersey number 6, with a focused expression on the field.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

2025 Jersey Number Shuffle: Foreshadowing a Cut Candidate

The 2025 off-season jersey number swaps could be foreshadowing the release of a starter for the Dallas Cowboys. Newly acquired wide receiver George Pickens has opted to wear jersey number 3, previously…

June 9, 2025, 8:00 am

Football players from the Cowboys and Ravens are positioned pre-snap on the field during a game.

Players & Cap

by Richard Paolinelli

Roster Review 2025: This is what Dak Prescott needs to repeat

Roster Review 2025: Dak Prescott. This is Part 1 of a series. Dak Prescott entered the 2024 season with high expectations. Those were raised all the more after signing a massive contract…

February 6, 2025, 8:00 am

NFL

by Cody Warren

2025 Salary Cap Increase a Positive for the Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys could use an increase in the salary cap next season, as the NFL and National Football League Players Association (NFLPA) are working on a deal. The increased cap space…

December 9, 2024, 8:00 am

Cowboys

by Bryson Treece

Dallas Cowboys Salaries in 2024: Highest-Paid and Lowest-Paid Players Revealed

Inside the Dallas Cowboys’ 2024 Payroll: Big Bucks, Big Name, and Big Risks for Jerry Jones Fans expect the Dallas Cowboys, affectionately known as America’s Team, to be good every year. The…

November 8, 2024, 5:00 am

Players & Cap

by Richard Paolinelli

The Cowboys re-signing the Big 3 would be a big mistake

Stephen Jones made the news last week while discussing the Dallas Cowboys’ plans regarding their three big contract negotiations. Jones called it a “challenge” to re-sign everyone. He also said the team…

July 23, 2024, 9:00 am

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

Front Office

by Mark Heaney

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…

July 20, 2024, 9:00 am

Cowboys

by Richard Paolinelli

Is owners’ proposed QB salary cap the first step to salary overhaul?

A recent report indicates that at least some NFL owners are becoming alarmed at the recent contracts for quarterbacks. The solution they are considering is a salary cap on the position. If…

June 26, 2024, 7:00 am

Finding a solution to Dak Prescott's massive 2024 cap hit

Cowboys

by Richard Paolinelli

Finding a solution to Dak Prescott’s massive 2024 cap hit

So, its Day Two of my reign of terror… er, I mean my serving as the GM of the Dallas Cowboys. Its time to start putting each position group under the microscope.…

January 24, 2024, 11:00 am

NFL approves funding for Jones's AT&T Stadium renovations; timeline and what to expect 1

Cowboys

by Richard Paolinelli

To fix the Cowboys’ woes, a new sheriff is needed

Everyone’s been yelling at me since the Cowboys recent run in Playoff Failure Theater. “Ok, wise guy,” they snipe, “You want to fix the Cowboys? How would you do it?” So far…

January 23, 2024, 11:00 am

Cowboys

by Jess Haynie

Cowboys Have Over $20M in Cap Space, Why Aren’t They Spending It?

A week ago the Cowboys received an additional $10 million to their salary cap space. Now with at least $20 million to spend, why is Dallas seemingly hoarding this money instead of…

June 8, 2022, 7:00 am

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Salary Cap

Quinnen Williams Deal Proves Dallas Can Pay Pickens in 26′

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

The Cowboys Aren’t Cheap—Their Spending Problem Is Worse

Kenny Clark’s $21.5M Cap Hit: Trade or Restructure?

The upcoming NFL salary cap increase is good news for the Cowboys

Prescott’s best year wasted as Milton remains a mystery

Cowboys 2026 Cap Panic Is Fake

Eagles’ offense hasn’t been worth the price in 2025

Where do the Cowboys stand in NFL salary cap moving forward?

Charlotte Jones’ response to Parsons’ contract stalemate is more of the same shortsightedness

Stephen Jones & the Dallas Cowboys: From Splash to Caution

2025 Jersey Number Shuffle: Foreshadowing a Cut Candidate

Roster Review 2025: This is what Dak Prescott needs to repeat

2025 Salary Cap Increase a Positive for the Cowboys

Dallas Cowboys Salaries in 2024: Highest-Paid and Lowest-Paid Players Revealed

The Cowboys re-signing the Big 3 would be a big mistake

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

Is owners’ proposed QB salary cap the first step to salary overhaul?

Finding a solution to Dak Prescott’s massive 2024 cap hit

To fix the Cowboys’ woes, a new sheriff is needed

Cowboys Have Over $20M in Cap Space, Why Aren’t They Spending It?

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