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2026 Cowboys Mock Draft Trade Changes Everything

This Cowboys mock draft trade changes everything because moving from No.12 would force Dallas to build depth, defense, and upside instead of one star pick. This Cowboys mock draft focuses on the…

April 2, 2026, 6:00 am

Dallas Cowboys defensive changes shown through Arizona Cardinals defender No. 34 reacting on the field.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Cowboys 2026 Defensive Identity is Changing

I wanted to see if the Cowboys’ defensive rebuild actually changed the shape of the roster, not just the names on the transaction wire. So I went through the current Cowboys roster,…

March 29, 2026, 6:00 am

NFL Draft

by Cody Warren

UCF Defenders the Cowboys Could Take a Look at in the 2026 NFL Draft

The next school we will look at is UCF. As we have seen in the last two articles, the new Dallas defensive staff has several connections with these programs and players. UCF…

March 19, 2026, 6:00 am

Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa reacts during a game before being traded for a 3rd-round pick

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Osa Odighizuwa for a 3rd-Round Pick Was the Smart Move

Cowboys fans love Osa Odighizuwa and I do too. The motor, the effort, the flashes of interior pressure. He became one of those players you enjoy rooting for every Sunday. But this…

March 12, 2026, 8:00 am

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Kenny Clark celebrating with Packers defense in image showing why the Rashan Gary and Kenny Clark trade combined is a win for the Cowboys

Front Office

by Cody Warren

Cowboys and Packers 2 Trades Combined: Who Won?

The Cowboys and Packers trades are at the forefront of news after the Cowboys traded a 2027 fourth round pick to Green Bay for Rashan Gary. We all know these were two…

March 10, 2026, 8:00 am

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Players & Cap

by Shane Taylor

BREAKING: Cowboys trade for Packers DL Rashan Gary

Well, we have been waiting for the Dallas Cowboys to make another move like all has been reported, and this morning they finally did something, but not sure anyone had their eyes…

March 9, 2026, 9:03 am

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Maxx Crosby of the Las Vegas Raiders walking off the field after an NFL game.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Is Maxx Crosby Declining? 2026 Will Tell Us

Is Maxx Crosby declining? I’ve seen a few takes on social media, and it made me think for a second is one of the best defensive players in the league really going…

March 6, 2026, 8:00 am

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Boye Mafe Seattle Seahawks edge rusher celebrating a defensive stop during an NFL game.

Cowboys

by Cody Warren

Cowboys Could Target Odafe Oweh or Boye Mafe During 26′ Free Agency

Odafe Oweh and Boye Mafe may not be superstar names like Trey Hendrickson and Maxx Crosby, but they will be much cheaper. We all know the two big-time players every team wants…

March 5, 2026, 6:00 am

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Jaelan Phillips holding a football and celebrating in a Philadelphia Eagles green jersey under stadium lights.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Cowboys 2026 Free Agency: Jaelan Phillips Could Be a Smart Fit in Dallas

One thing I have come to realize as a Dallas Cowboys fan is that free agency isn’t about splash signings, and Jaelan Phillips could fit that trend. I like to look for…

February 18, 2026, 8:00 am

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Cornerback Fabian Moreau looking on from the sideline in a Minnesota Vikings uniform during an NFL game.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Why the 2026 Cowboys’ Coaching Staff May Already Be Shaping the Roster

The Dallas Cowboys aren’t just changing coaches. They’re quietly changing direction. While most of the focus is on potential splash free agents and early-round draft targets, I’ve been watching something else, the…

February 16, 2026, 8:00 am

Marcus Dixon in a Dallas Cowboys uniform wearing number 92, adjusting his gloves before an NFL game.

Front Office

by Cody Warren

Cowboys Hire Marcus Dixon to Reshape the Defensive Line

When the Dallas Cowboys hired Marcus Dixon, I didn’t see it as a headline move. What I saw was a structural hire, and it tells me exact where this defense is heading.…

February 5, 2026, 6:00 am

Quinnen Williams made an impressive debut for the Cowboys

Players & Cap

by Richard Paolinelli

Despite turmoil, Dallas’ defensive line was strong in 2025

It wasn’t exactly the best of times for the Dallas Cowboys’ defensive line in 2025. They lost their leader before the first snap of the season. The shocking trade of Micah Parsons…

January 21, 2026, 6:00 am

Game Coverage

by Cody Warren

This 2025 Matchup Could Decide Cowboys vs. Chiefs

Happy Thanksgiving everyone and with Thanksgiving comes Dallas Cowboys football and I, for one, will be watching the matchup on the right side of the offensive line. As we all know, all…

November 27, 2025, 8:00 am

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Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is sacked by Cowboys DT Osa Odighizuwa

Game Coverage

by Mario Herrera Jr.

Cowboys’ defense showed resiliency in comeback win vs Philadelphia

Before the bye week, the Dallas Cowboys defense had become a liability, porous against the run, inconsistent in coverage, and unable to generate timely stops. However, following a series of key additions…

November 24, 2025, 12:00 pm

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A football player from the Dallas Cowboys celebrating during a game, wearing a white jersey with green accents, helmet, and gloves. The background is blurred with fans in the stands.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

New-Look Cowboys Defense Could Finally Match Elite Offense

The Dallas Cowboys used their bye week to reset, refocus, and reload on defense. After battling through inconsistency and injuries, Matt Eberflus finally has a chance to get his full complement of…

November 6, 2025, 12:00 pm

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High-energy Dallas Cowboys player celebrating during an NFL game, wearing #98 jersey, blue and white uniform, with a crowd and referee in the background.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

1 Titan of a Trade to Fix a Terrible Cowboys’ Defense

The Dallas Cowboys’ defense under Matt Eberflus has fallen apart. One trade scenario—sending Terence Steele, Brock Hoffman, and a 2026 first-round pick to the Titans for Jeffery Simmons and Cedric Gray could…

October 23, 2025, 8:00 am

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Cowboys

by Cody Warren

Cowboys Defense Dominates: Snap Counts Reveal Rising Stars

The Dallas Cowboys defense shifted to a more aggressive, man-coverage style in their win over Washington. Snap counts reveal rising stars and breakout performances across every level of the defense. A Shift…

October 21, 2025, 8:00 am

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Cowboys

by Cody Warren

4 Data-Driven Fixes to Save the Cowboys’ Collapsing Defense

PFF grades and coverage data reveal four fixes—personnel and scheme—that can rescue Matt Eberflus’ struggling Dallas Cowboys defense right now. A Defense Built on Sand For six weeks, the Dallas Cowboys’ defense…

October 16, 2025, 8:00 am

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Cowboys

by Cody Warren

8 Reasons the Cowboys’ 37–22 Win Over the Jets Changes Everything

The Dallas Cowboys improved to 2–2–1 after a 37–22 win over the New York Jets. Here are four takeaways and four risks that highlight where Dallas excelled and where they must still…

October 6, 2025, 4:00 am

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Cowboys

by Cody Warren

Dallas Cowboys’ 4-Sack Defense Needs Carl Granderson

The Cowboys’ defense ranks last in the NFL with only four sacks, 13 QB hits, and 50 hurries. A trade for Saints defensive end Carl Granderson could transform their struggling pass rush.…

October 1, 2025, 8:00 am

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Bold move by the Carolina Panthers football player on the field during a game. The athlete is wearing a white and blue jersey with number 7, helmet, and pads, showing focus and determination. The background features other players and spectators, capturing the intensity of an NFL game. The image celebrates NFL football, Panthers team spirit, and player dedication. Perfect for sports fans and fans of the Carolina Panthers.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Number 1 Overall Pick Jadeveon Clowney is a Dallas Cowboy

The Dallas Cowboys have officially signed veteran edge rusher Jadeveon Clowney, a move that signals their commitment to keeping the defense dominant even after trading away Micah Parsons. Clowney’s arrival provides Dallas…

September 14, 2025, 4:36 pm

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Defensive Line

2026 Cowboys Mock Draft Trade Changes Everything

Cowboys 2026 Defensive Identity is Changing

UCF Defenders the Cowboys Could Take a Look at in the 2026 NFL Draft

Osa Odighizuwa for a 3rd-Round Pick Was the Smart Move

Cowboys and Packers 2 Trades Combined: Who Won?

BREAKING: Cowboys trade for Packers DL Rashan Gary

Is Maxx Crosby Declining? 2026 Will Tell Us

Cowboys Could Target Odafe Oweh or Boye Mafe During 26′ Free Agency

Cowboys 2026 Free Agency: Jaelan Phillips Could Be a Smart Fit in Dallas

Why the 2026 Cowboys’ Coaching Staff May Already Be Shaping the Roster

Cowboys Hire Marcus Dixon to Reshape the Defensive Line

Despite turmoil, Dallas’ defensive line was strong in 2025

This 2025 Matchup Could Decide Cowboys vs. Chiefs

Cowboys’ defense showed resiliency in comeback win vs Philadelphia

New-Look Cowboys Defense Could Finally Match Elite Offense

1 Titan of a Trade to Fix a Terrible Cowboys’ Defense

Cowboys Defense Dominates: Snap Counts Reveal Rising Stars

4 Data-Driven Fixes to Save the Cowboys’ Collapsing Defense

8 Reasons the Cowboys’ 37–22 Win Over the Jets Changes Everything

Dallas Cowboys’ 4-Sack Defense Needs Carl Granderson

Number 1 Overall Pick Jadeveon Clowney is a Dallas Cowboy

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