The Cowboys celebrate a win over a depleted Eagles, but analysts Tom Ryle and Sean Martin warn the victory is only a stepping stone. With four of the next five opponents posting 2‑5 records, Dallas must string together wins to reach seven before a December clash with Seattle and a mid‑season test against 6‑1 49ers. The upcoming Cardinals game—historically a stumbling block—could reveal whether the team can finally build a balanced offense and competent defense under Brian Schottenheimer. Ryle emphasizes replicating their recent balanced performance, while Martin stresses the need for eight wins to avoid another missed playoff, citing Dak Prescott’s league‑leading depth of target and the Eagles’ film as a blueprint.
A look at where the Dallas Cowboys' additional 2027 NFL Draft picks stand after seven weeks of the 2026 NFL season.
Hughes has yet to play this season after suffering an upper-body injury in preseason.
The Dallas Cowboys have designated defensive tackle Jonathan Bullard to return from injured reserve, giving him 21 days to practice and earn a spot on the 53‑man roster before he reverts to IR for the season. Bullard, 33, missed action since Week 3 with a calf strain but has appeared in three games this year, posting three tackles and half a sack. A 2016 third‑round pick, Bullard’s journeyman career includes stints with the Bears, Cardinals, Seahawks, Falcons, Vikings and Saints before signing a one‑year deal with Dallas for 2026.
Dallas Cowboys legend Cornell Green, a five‑time Pro Bowl defensive back and key member of the iconic Doomsday Defense, died on Oct. 21 at 86. Green spent his entire 13‑year career (1962‑1974) with Dallas, never missing a regular‑season game and finishing with 34 interceptions, tied for fifth in franchise history. He helped the Cowboys win their first Super Bowl VI (24‑3 over Miami) and was a two‑time first‑team All‑Pro. The team and fans mourn the loss of the 86‑year‑old Hall of Famer.
Dallas Cowboys cornerback Joey Porter Jr. tells ClutchPoints he’s ‘pissed’ about surrendering just two receptions this season—both five‑yard outs. Despite the impressive stat, Porter holds himself to a higher standard and hates giving up any catch, especially when quarterbacks test him, like in last week’s matchup against the Packers where he received a flurry of targets. His competitive fire mirrors head coach Brian Schottenheimer’s own frustration with the team’s early‑season performance.
The Dallas Cowboys, struggling with a league‑worst seven sacks and allowing 26 points per game by Week 8, are exploring a cap‑friendly pass‑rush upgrade. While veteran Josh Sweat remains a popular target, a new rumor pins the Miami Dolphins’ 23‑year‑old defensive end Chop Robinson as a viable alternative. Robinson, a 2024 first‑round pick, logged six sacks in his rookie season and is under a $4.7 million contract with a fifth‑year option still on the books. However, Dolphins insider Tom Pelissero warns the trade could be tough, as Miami is reluctant to part with the young talent amid their rebuild.
The Canadiens (7-3-2) head into Thursday’s 8 p.m. ET game against the Dallas Stars (7-4-1) without captain Nick Suzuki and with a surprise starter: Jakub Dobes, despite rookie netminder Jacob Fowler’s 1.54 GAA and .942 save percentage over a six‑game winning streak. Coach Martin St‑Louis may be buying Fowler for Saturday’s showdown with the Penguins while giving Dobes a chance to rebound. Montreal has shuffled its top six, inserting Alex Newhook with Juraj Slafkovsky and Cole Caufield, and moving Oliver Kapanen to the second line. Dallas, fresh off a 5‑1 loss to New Jersey, relies on Jake Oettinger (1.43 GAA, .929 SV%). The matchup airs on TSN2 and RDS.
Veteran guard Garrett Temple, who spent 16 NBA seasons with 12 teams—most notably a four‑year stretch with the Washington Wizards (2012‑2016)—appears on ESPN’s Inside the NBA for a special “Who he play for?” segment. Co‑host Charles Barkley attempts to name the franchises Temple played for, surprisingly getting four of six correct, and notes that Temple now serves as an assistant coach for the Dallas Mavericks, a team he never played for. The light‑hearted bit includes playful SEC banter between Temple’s LSU Tigers and Barkley’s Auburn, highlighting Temple’s good‑natured sportsmanship as he transitions into coaching.
For Week 8 clash, ClutchPoints predicts a high‑scoring showdown. Dallas, 3‑4 in the weak NFC East, leans on Dak Prescott to repeat his three‑touchdown passing display and sees WR George Pickens stepping up alongside CeeDee Lamb despite minor injuries. Arizona, 2‑5 in the tough NFC West, sticks with veteran Jacoby Brissett, who is expected to throw for over 280 yards as the Cardinals fight to move the ball against a porous Dallas defense. The article also notes the Cowboys’ confidence debate on First Take and Cardinals coach Mike LaFleur’s call for collective execution.
Capobianco sustained an injury on Tuesday, while Steel has missed the last two games with an undisclosed issue.
In this week’s Cowboys roundtable, hosts Jorge Guajardo, Dyllan Rivers, Tom Ryle and Sean Martin laud the offensive line after Dallas rushes for 204 yards on 5.4 yards per carry against the Eagles, keeping Dak Prescott sack‑free. The O‑line, previously ranked 31st in run‑block win rate, finally “showed up,” opening lanes for Javonte Williams’ big gains. Defensively, the panel notes modest improvement – a fourth‑quarter interception by DeMarvion Overshown and three straight games allowing 24 points or fewer – but stresses lingering issues with gap discipline and third‑down stops. The discussion underscores the Cowboys’ shift to a run‑first approach and the need for continued growth on both sides of the ball.
Williams revealed he nearly retired before reviving his career in Dallas.
The Dallas Mavericks have exercised their fourth-year team option on Zaccharie Risacher's contract for the 2027-28 season, proving they believe in his future after just a week of seeing him play.
The Dallas Cowboys are circling Arizona Cardinals linebacker Josh Sweat as a trade target to boost a struggling pass rush. Reports say the Cardinals want a high Day‑2 draft pick—likely a second‑rounder—for the 29‑year‑old, who logged 12 sacks in 2025 but has just two this season. Sweat, under a four‑year, $76 million contract through 2028, could fill Dallas’ defensive need, yet the Cowboys’ limited draft capital may make the price steep. With the NFL trade deadline looming and other teams also interested, the deal remains unconfirmed but could become a major storyline in the next two weeks.
Tensions between ESPN’s Monday Night Football duo Joe Buck and Troy Aikman remain high despite a drama‑free broadcast of the Eagles‑Cowboys game. Reports from Dylan Byers say Aikman, whose five‑year, $90 million contract ends in March 2027, feels “blindsided” after learning Buck secured a six‑year, $108 million extension in May and may work without him next season, possibly with Greg Olsen. Sources describe Aikman as increasingly cold and accusing Buck of betrayal, while Buck apologised to the production crew and vows to move forward. With Aikman hinting he’ll be a free agent after this season, the partnership could end after its 25th year.
The Dallas Mavericks will host “Nellie Night” on Nov. 18 against the Golden State Warriors to honor Hall of Fame coach Don Nelson, who passed away Aug. 9 at age 86. Tip‑off is 8:30 p.m. CT; ESPN will broadcast nationally. The first 10,000 fans receive a commemorative playing‑card deck, and players will wear special “Nellie” shooting shirts. The event includes tributes from family, former players and coaches, and a $25,000 donation to the Humane Society of North Texas in Nelson’s name. Nelson, who served as Mavs GM and head coach from 1997‑2005, drafted Dirk Nowitzki and Steve Nash, amassed a 339‑251 record and led four straight playoff trips, ranking second in franchise wins. The Warriors will also honor him with a “Nellie” band on their jerseys for the season.
The Dolphins host the Patriots in Week 8 on November 24, with the game airing locally on CBS for Florida and New England markets. Miami and surrounding areas (Miami, West Palm Beach, Fort Myers) will see the matchup, while the rest of the nation watches the Chiefs–Broncos game. CBS also airs the Bills‑Ravens game in South Florida and the Colts‑Jaguars game up the Panhandle; FOX splits the rest of the state's slate, showing Raiders‑Jets, Vikings‑Lions, Falcons‑Buccaneers, and Cardinals‑Cowboys. Sunday Night Football features the Eagles at Commanders. The article details broadcast regions and other games across the state.
The Dallas Mavericks (3-2) snap a losing streak with a dominant 120-96 win over the injury‑hit Oklahoma City Thunder (4-1) at the American Airlines Center on Oct. 28, 2026. Coach Dusty May praised the team’s effort, turnover control and emerging winning habits, while highlighting the return of Caleb Martin and Kyrie Irving’s gradual comeback after an ACL tear. Rookie Cooper Flagg impressed with paint aggression and playmaking, drawing comparisons to Irving’s unselfish style. The win marks the Mavericks’ first winning record since March 5, 2025, and sets up a tough upcoming opponent.
After a loss to the Dallas Cowboys, Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter addressed the media, bluntly calling his play “trash” and shrugging off fan expectations despite playing through a hairline wrist fracture. The piece notes Carter’s $160 million, four‑year extension that made him the NFL’s highest‑paid interior lineman, his draft background (No. 9 overall in 2023), and his under‑whelming performance this season, including a 19‑17 defeat to Jacksonville in London. The article also highlights the Eagles’ five‑game skid and upcoming challenges, such as a looming matchup against the Washington Commanders.
After dropping the first four games of the 2026 season, Tampa Bay head coach Todd Bowles refuses to deem the year lost, likening the campaign to a four‑quarter game and declaring the Buccaneers are now winning the second quarter. He highlighted the injury to starting QB Baker Mayfield—a dislocated thumb in Week 3—and a porous offensive line that allowed roughly 15 sacks early on. The Bucs snapped the skid with a 24‑16 road win over the Dallas Cowboys in Week 5, followed by a victory over the Carolina Panthers in Week 7. Bowles stays optimistic, emphasizing the need to “correct” the first quarter and finish strong.
After the Cowboys' 38-21 Monday Night Football win over the Eagles on Oct. 26, quarterback Dak Prescott tried to toss his cap to a fan near the tunnel. The fan dropped the hat, and Prescott walked away, reportedly saying “Too bad,” sparking a wave of online criticism for seeming indifference. The clip went viral, though footage doesn’t capture any post‑exchange dialogue or whether the hat was later returned. With Prescott’s 212 yards and three TDs leading the victory, the brief moment has become a controversial talking point.
While Cooper Flagg is obviously the Dallas Mavericks' star and franchise cornerstone, Kyrie Irving remains the team's soul due to his leadership and overall importance to their success.
Dallas ran 38 times for 204 yards at Philadelphia, and Schottenheimer said Tyler Guyton is playing at one of the elite levels in the league.
The Cowboys, fresh off a 38-21 win over Philadelphia that lifted them to 3-4, head home to a struggling 2-5 Cardinals squad. Highlighting the win, Javonte Williams rushed for a career‑high 155 yards and Dak Prescott posted 212 passing yards, three TDs and a 118.1 passer rating, delivering 416 total yards. Arizona has allowed 30+ points in four of its last five games and ranks last in points allowed (30 per game). With returning defenders DeMarvion Overshown and Cobie Durant, plus a pass rush that ranks 8th in pressure, Dallas aims to force field goals and secure a consecutive win to move to 4-4.