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‘Take Advantage Of Opportunities’: Camden Brown, Jonathan Mingo Complicate Dallas Cowboys WR Decisions
GLENDALE, Ariz. — Camden Brown has caught five passes for 139 yards and two touchdowns in two preseason games. Jonathan Mingo caught two passes for 62 yards and a score in the Dallas Cowboys‘ 34-13 win over the Arizona Cardinals. Eight Dallas receivers played Saturday. Those two accounted for 139 of the 244 passing yards. […]
‘Way More Confident’: Joe Milton III Strengthens Case In Dallas Cowboys Backup QB Battle
GLENDALE, Ariz. — Joe Milton III has thrown 28 passes across two preseason games and has not been intercepted. He is 21-of-28 for 286 yards with three touchdown passes, and he added a 1-yard rushing score in the Dallas Cowboys‘ 34-13 win over the Arizona Cardinals on Saturday night. Sam Howell is 15-of-22 for 159 […]
‘Give Zack Kuntz A Lot Of Credit’: Cowboys Tight End Seizes Opportunity After 10 Days In Dallas
GLENDALE, Ariz. — Zack Kuntz played 43 of the 58 offensive snaps in the Dallas Cowboys‘ 34-13 win over the Arizona Cardinals and led the team with three catches for 36 yards. He has been in the building since Aug. 6. Luke Schoonmaker was the sole other tight end available, playing eight snaps, which accounts […]
‘It Was Surreal’: Shiyazh Pete Reflects On Navajo Nation Support During Dallas Cowboys’ Win In Arizona
GLENDALE, Ariz. — Shiyazh Pete played six offensive snaps in the Dallas Cowboys‘ 34-13 win over the Arizona Cardinals, and a full section of State Farm Stadium was on its feet when he came onto the field. The undrafted rookie broke the team down in the locker room afterward. Pete is believed to be the […]
‘I Thought He Ran Physically’: Jaydon Blue Makes Strong Dallas Cowboys Case Despite Shoulder Issue
GLENDALE, Ariz. — Jaydon Blue did not practice at any point during the week, then led all rushers in the Dallas Cowboys‘ 34-13 preseason win over the Arizona Cardinals with 15 carries for 75 yards. Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said a shoulder issue is what had kept Blue out of practice. The staff wanted to […]
Joe Milton III’s Three Touchdowns Lead Dallas Cowboys To 34-13 Win Over Arizona Cardinals
GLENDALE, Ariz. — Joe Milton III threw two touchdown passes and ran for a third, finishing 9-of-13 for 179 yards with no interceptions and a 151.4 passer rating. The Dallas Cowboys beat the Arizona Cardinals 34-13 on Saturday night at State Farm Stadium in front of 62,674, and Dallas is 2-0 through two preseason games. […]
CeeDee Lamb’s Home Burglarized, $300K In Luxury Bags Stolen During Dallas Cowboys Training Camp
FAIRVIEW, Texas — Four luxury bags valued at $300,000 were taken from the home of Dallas Cowboys receiver CeeDee Lamb last month, according to Fairview Police Department records obtained by the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. Lamb was in Oxnard, California, at that time. Dallas began camp at River Ridge Playing Fields on July 27 and concluded its […]
‘A Guy Like That Is Invaluable’: Brian Schottenheimer Praises Von Miller’s Dallas Cowboys Impact
GLENDALE, Ariz. — Dallas Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said the first thing that was obvious about Von Miller was that Miller had been working out. “Sits in the front of every meeting and his pen or pencil doesn’t stop. He writes everything down. He’s a true pro,” Schottenheimer said. The Cowboys announced the deal on […]
Dallas Cowboys Sit Caleb Downs, Turn To Jaishawn Barham In Starting Defense Against Arizona Cardinals
GLENDALE, Ariz. — Caleb Downs will not play for the Dallas Cowboys against the Arizona Cardinals on Saturday night. Jaishawn Barham will make his preseason debut in the starting defense. Dallas starts James Houston and Malachi Lawrence at outside linebacker, LT Overton and Jay Toia at defensive tackle, and Barham and Shemar James at linebacker. […]
Dallas Cowboys Turn To Young Offensive Lineup Against Arizona Cardinals As Roster Decisions Loom
GLENDALE, Ariz. — Joe Milton III will start at quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys against the Arizona Cardinals on Saturday night. Malik Davis starts at running back. Anthony Smith, Camden Brown, and Jonathan Mingo make up the receiver group. The line goes Drew Shelton at left tackle, Trevor Keegan at left guard, Nick Leverett at […]
Jaishawn Barham, Devin Moore Set For Dallas Cowboys Preseason Debuts Against Arizona Cardinals
GLENDALE, Ariz. — Rookie linebacker Jaishawn Barham and rookie cornerback Devin Moore will make their preseason debuts against the Arizona Cardinals on Saturday night, Dallas Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said Saturday in comments to Boys Vox and 105.3 The Fan. Groin injuries kept both out of the preseason opener at Seattle. Barham left an Aug. […]
Joe Milton III Gets Start For Dallas Cowboys Against Arizona Cardinals
GLENDALE, Ariz. — Joe Milton III will start at quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys against the Arizona Cardinals on Saturday night, Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said on the team’s pregame show. Kickoff at State Farm Stadium is set for 9 p.m. CT on NFL Network. Dallas carries a 1-0 preseason record into the game after […]
‘I Have To Think About The Team First’: Steve Sarkisian Explains Ty’Anthony Smith Dismissal
AUSTIN — Texas dismissed linebacker Ty’Anthony Smith from the football program Friday evening. A school spokesman confirmed the move, which Anwar Richardson of Orangebloods reported first. Head coach Steve Sarkisian gave the reason Saturday, after the Longhorns’ second scrimmage of fall camp, and said he had not wanted to make the call. “He was dismissed, […]
Klay Thompson Buyout Gives Dallas Mavericks Substantial Salary Savings
DALLAS — Roughly $9.8 million came off Klay Thompson‘s final salary with the Dallas Mavericks in the buyout the two sides reached Friday. Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reported the figure Saturday, citing league sources. Thompson had been owed $17.5 million for 2026-27, the last year of a three-year, $50 million contract. Dallas announced the agreement […]
‘Little Things Make The Difference’: Texas Rangers Walk Off Los Angeles Angels 2-1, Hold Wild Card Spot
ARLINGTON, Texas — Denzer Guzman‘s throw sailed wide of second base with two outs in the bottom of the 10th inning Friday night. Wyatt Langford scored from second on the play, and the Texas Rangers beat the Los Angeles Angels 2-1 at Globe Life Field. Guzman had opened the top of the 10th with an […]
‘Start Calling Christian Parker Competitive’: George Pickens Praises Dallas Cowboys Defensive Coordinator
OXNARD, Calif. — George Pickens has a suggestion for what the Dallas Cowboys should call their defensive coordinator. The receiver was asked Thursday what he has learned about Christian Parker, who communicates with players on both sides of the ball during practice. “Definitely competitive. I think that’s what we should start calling Christian Parker, competitive, […]
‘Strength Levels Are Where I Want Them’: Quinnen Williams Feeling Ready After Dallas Cowboys Extension
OXNARD, Calif. — Quinnen Williams signed a three-year, $105.9 million extension eight days ago. He spent Thursday talking about his strength numbers. The Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle was asked what his focus had been since the first day of camp. “For the most part, I feel pretty good right now. And my strength levels are […]
‘Just Let Me Finish A Series’: Caleb Downs Wanted More In Dallas Cowboys Debut
OXNARD, Calif. — Caleb Downs asked to finish a series in his NFL debut. He was told the decision was above the coaching staff’s heads. The Dallas Cowboys rookie played six plays in the preseason opener at Seattle before coming off the field. “It was awesome. I mean, you can’t really replicate the feeling,” Downs […]
‘First Play Double’: George Pickens Says Defenses Are Already Adjusting To Dallas Cowboys
OXNARD, Calif. — George Pickens said the double teams are arriving earlier this season, and he noticed it against the New Orleans Saints on Tuesday. The Dallas Cowboys receiver was asked Thursday whether he has put the NFL on notice. “I think what it was, when we played the Saints the other day, I kind […]
‘It Feels Good’: Tyler Guyton Builds Confidence After Healthy Dallas Cowboys Training Camp
OXNARD, Calif. — Tyler Guyton made it through a full training camp. The Dallas Cowboys left tackle said Thursday that has not happened in a while. Guyton was asked how camp went. “Yeah, good camp. I’m happy about it,” Guyton said. “And it feels good to make it through a camp, even though I had […]
‘Success Breeds Confidence’: Caleb Downs Explains How CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens Are Building His Confidence
OXNARD, Calif. — Caleb Downs has spent training camp covering CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens, Chris Olave, and Puka Nacua. The Dallas Cowboys rookie said Thursday that is where the confidence came from. Downs was asked how the matchups prepare him for the regular season. “That’s where confidence actually comes from, just being in the situations, […]
‘I Would Hope So’: George Pickens Responds To Questions About Attitude, Misconceptions
OXNARD, Calif. — A reporter asked George Pickens on Thursday whether he had put to rest any misconceptions about him and his attitude. The Dallas Cowboys receiver paused before answering. “Man, I would hope so. I would hope so,” Pickens said. He said the question does not occupy him the way it once did. “Because […]
Jerry Jones Says Cowboys Will Appeal $500K Fine, Discipline Players After Saints Fights
OXNARD, Calif. — Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones spent Thursday afternoon explaining why a $500,000 fine was a serious matter. He took one detour first. A reporter asked whether Jones liked that his team would not take much off anybody, referencing a comment Brian Schottenheimer made after Tuesday’s joint practice. The word Schottenheimer […]
Jerry Jones Names Three Dallas Cowboys Position Groups That Have Stood Out In Training Camp
OXNARD, Calif. — Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones was asked Thursday which players had stood out to him during training camp. He named three position groups instead. “Well, I like our receiving group, and I think they’ve earned it and they’ve worked,” Jones said. “I like our quarterbacks, and I really like what […]
Corey Seager On Texas Rangers’ Stretch Run: ‘Trying To Win Games Any Way We Can’
ARLINGTON, Texas — Corey Seager hit an opposite-field home run off Andrew Alvarez in the third inning Thursday night, and it accounted for the first of 2 runs in a Texas Rangers win over the Washington Nationals. Seager finished 2-for-4 with a double. It was his fourth straight multi-hit game. Jacob deGrom had a really […]