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Dallas Cowboys rookie Malachi Lawrence takes part in practice while developing his pass rush technique off the edge.

26′ Cowboys Pass Rush Depth Flashed Versus Seattle

Dallas spent most of the offseason trying to rebuild a pass rush that was almost non-existent last season. Against Seattle, we finally got a look at some of the depth behind the…

August 21, 2026, 8:00 am

Denver Broncos edge rusher Von Miller displaying the explosive, long-limbed body type the new defensive coordinator prioritizes for speed and power off the edge.

Players & Cap

by Shane Taylor

Von Miller signing with Dallas only helps them, does no harm

I did not see the Dallas Cowboys making this move, but I was happily surprised on Sunday night when I got on Twitter and saw the updates that he had signed a…

August 18, 2026, 6:00 am

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Training Camp

by ITS Contributors

Cowboys to Open Preseason in Seattle With Fresh Energy

The countdown is on. On August 15, the Dallas Cowboys pack their bags and head to the Pacific Northwest for a preseason opener against the Seattle Seahawks, and the buzz around this…

August 9, 2026, 3:00 pm

Jordyn Brooks jogs onto the field wearing the Miami Dolphins’ white No. 20 uniform.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Jordyn Brooks and the 1 Clue Everyone Missed

Jordyn Brooks might be the clue everyone missed, or just flat out dismiss, while trying to figure out exactly what the Cowboys have been working on behind the scenes. We all know…

August 2, 2026, 6:00 am

Training Camp

by ITS Contributors

Cowboys Rebuild a Defense and a Backup Quarterback Job Before Training Camp Opens

Dallas heads to Oxnard with two first-round defensive picks in the fold, a real competition behind Dak Prescott, and a win total that has already moved since February. A Defense Built to…

July 11, 2026, 7:00 am

Cowboys

by ITS Contributors

Why the Cowboys pass rush must become a full rotation effort

The Dallas Cowboys have long understood the value of pressure, but the next step for the defense is making the pass rush less dependent on one dominant name. If Dallas wants to…

July 10, 2026, 5:00 am

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

The Cowboys Pass Rush Is Ready for a Jump

I think a lot of people are sleeping on this Cowboys pass rush. I’m not going to be crazy and say they will lead the league, but the low-40s in sacks feels…

July 3, 2026, 8:00 am

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Training Camp

by ITS Contributors

Cowboys Minicamp Preview: Pickens, the Pass Rush, and the Rookies to Watch in Frisco

Mandatory minicamp runs June 16-18 in Frisco, and for a Cowboys fanbase that’s spent the spring arguing over depth charts and offseason moves, these three days carry that familiar June hum, the…

June 13, 2026, 11:00 am

Cowboys

by ITS Contributors

Dallas Cowboys Pass Rush in 2026: Can a Village Replace a Star?

There is a version of this Cowboys defense that works. The version where Rashan Gary is healthy and disruptive, where Donovan Ezeiruaku takes a second-year leap, where first-round rookie Malachi Lawrence develops…

June 12, 2026, 7:00 am

Players & Cap

by Shane Taylor

Not re-signing Jadeveon Clowney is a mistake by the Cowboys

I pushed this to the side for over a month or so, but after the Myles Garrett news and the way the Cowboys’ defense has shaped out over the offseason, it seems…

June 4, 2026, 8:00 am

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James Houston IV wearing sunglasses and a white Dallas Cowboys shirt during practice.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

James Houston Needs to be Set Free for the Cowboys in 2026

James Houston needs a real shot to start for the Dallas Cowboys in Christian Parker’s new 3-4 defense. I’m not saying James Houston is some perfect every-down linebacker, or that he needs…

May 9, 2026, 6:00 am

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Illinois football player wearing an orange helmet and navy uniform with number 17 stands on the field with arms crossed during a game.

NFL Draft

by Cody Warren

Gabe Jacas Is My Quiet Favorite Edge Fit for the 2026 Cowboys

Every draft, there’s one player I end up defending more than anyone else. This year, that player is Gabe Jacas, and he’s quietly one of my favorite EDGE fits for the Dallas…

January 17, 2026, 8:00 am

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Game Coverage

by Cody Warren

How Can Dallas Expose JJ McCarthy’s Weaknesses?

When I look at J.J. McCarthy’s passing profile, I see a quarterback who can play efficiently when the game stays on schedule, and struggle when the defense forces him to speed up…

December 14, 2025, 8:00 am

Running back Dallas Cowboys football player wearing jersey number 22, in an action shot during a game on the field, holding a football, with teammate number 14, in a stadium setting.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Matt Eberflus continues to sabotage DaRon Bland’s season

When I look at DaRon Bland’s season, I don’t see a corner who suddenly forgot how to play football. I see a player, and a defense, being square pegs trying to be…

December 12, 2025, 8:00 am

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High-energy football player celebrating on the field during an NFL game with the New York Jets, showcasing passion, team spirit, and inside insight from Inside The Star.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Quinnen Williams Could Help Donovan Ezeiruaku Turn into a Star

The Dallas Cowboys may be heading into their most important defensive stretch of the season—and the arrival of Quinnen Williams could be the spark that unlocks a true breakout from rising edge…

November 14, 2025, 8:00 am

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Cowboys

by Cody Warren

A Trade Won’t Fix the Dallas Cowboys’ Defense’s Problem

The Dallas Cowboys’ defense isn’t broken by talent — it’s broken by Matt Eberflus’ soft coverage. Until the system changes, no trade will save this unit. A Trade Won’t Save This Defense…

October 27, 2025, 8:00 am

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Dallas Cowboys football player in action during a game, wearing team uniform, helmet, and protective gear on the field.

Players & Cap

by Cody Warren

Houston + Ezeiruaku Can Save the Cowboys’ Pass Rush

The Dallas Cowboys don’t have a defensive-line issue — they have an allocation issue: too many rotations, not enough Houston and Ezeiruaku dominance. The answer is staring them in the face: build…

October 24, 2025, 8:00 am

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Cowboys

by Cody Warren

Cowboys’ 45% Man Coverage Sparks Defensive Revival

Matt Eberflus, known for his predominantly zone-based scheme, flipped the script vs. Washington — running man coverage on over 45% of snaps. The result: a pick-six, four sacks, and a 45.7 passer…

October 20, 2025, 8:00 am

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A professional football player wearing the Las Vegas Raiders uniform with tattoos on his torso and arms, celebrating during an NFL game on the field.

Cowboys

by Cody Warren

A Maxx Crosby Trade Makes the Cowboys Elite in 2025

NFL teams are reportedly calling the Raiders about Maxx Crosby. If the Cowboys entered the mix, his complete skill set could finally fix Dallas’ defensive front. Raiders Fielding Calls on Maxx Crosby…

October 10, 2025, 8:00 am

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Cowboys

by Cody Warren

Jadeveon Clowney: A Star Who Will Get 1 Star on His Helmet

The Dallas Cowboys made headlines this week when free-agent pass rusher Jadeveon Clowney visited The Star in Frisco. Clowney met with the coaching staff, toured the facility, and even watched practice, a…

September 12, 2025, 10:00 am

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Bright football action featuring Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles players during a game, with cheerleaders, referees, and spectators in the background at a packed stadium.

Players & Cap

by Shane Taylor

Don’t worry, these players will be better against the Giants

With only one NFL game left in week one tonight in Chicago, the Dallas Cowboys have already moved on to week two when they have their first home game of the year…

September 8, 2025, 10:00 am

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Pass Rush

26′ Cowboys Pass Rush Depth Flashed Versus Seattle

Von Miller signing with Dallas only helps them, does no harm

Cowboys to Open Preseason in Seattle With Fresh Energy

Jordyn Brooks and the 1 Clue Everyone Missed

Cowboys Rebuild a Defense and a Backup Quarterback Job Before Training Camp Opens

Why the Cowboys pass rush must become a full rotation effort

The Cowboys Pass Rush Is Ready for a Jump

Cowboys Minicamp Preview: Pickens, the Pass Rush, and the Rookies to Watch in Frisco

Dallas Cowboys Pass Rush in 2026: Can a Village Replace a Star?

Not re-signing Jadeveon Clowney is a mistake by the Cowboys

James Houston Needs to be Set Free for the Cowboys in 2026

Gabe Jacas Is My Quiet Favorite Edge Fit for the 2026 Cowboys

How Can Dallas Expose JJ McCarthy’s Weaknesses?

Matt Eberflus continues to sabotage DaRon Bland’s season

Quinnen Williams Could Help Donovan Ezeiruaku Turn into a Star

A Trade Won’t Fix the Dallas Cowboys’ Defense’s Problem

Houston + Ezeiruaku Can Save the Cowboys’ Pass Rush

Cowboys’ 45% Man Coverage Sparks Defensive Revival

A Maxx Crosby Trade Makes the Cowboys Elite in 2025

Jadeveon Clowney: A Star Who Will Get 1 Star on His Helmet

Don’t worry, these players will be better against the Giants

Latest Cowboys Coverage

26′ Cowboys Pass Rush Depth Flashed Versus Seattle

Time is running out for a handful of Cowboys players

Howell vs. Milton: Cowboys QB2 Battle Stays Tight

Cowboys players to watch in 2nd preseason game Saturday night

Dallas Pass Catchers Make Their Case in Preseason Game 1

The Cowboys still have 1 glaring weakness on offense

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

Von Miller signing with Dallas only helps them, does no harm