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Week 11 should feature a new-look defense for the Dallas Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys defense could look like an entirely different unit when they re-take the field in Week 11 against the Las Vegas Raiders. Due to the additions they made at the trade deadline and players returning from injuries, there’s a spark of hope we could see a much improved defense for the rest of […]

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NFC East update: Eagles are way up, but not over

The second half of the 2025 season starts with the Eagles soaring above their rivals in the NFC East. The next eight weeks may be little more than a formality for the presumptive division champions, but they haven’t clinched anything yet. And at this point, the Cowboys seem to be the only team with a […]

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BTB Friday Discussion: What could happen on Monday to make you believe again?

The Dallas Cowboys will be back in our lives on Monday night, and when they are they will be playing a regular season game in Las Vegas for the first time. Odds, no pun intended, are that they will pick up their first win since beating the Washington Commanders many moons ago and if they […]

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Dallas Cowboys: Reading between the lines (offense)

Every week, we’re digging into the trenches, offense and defense, because that’s where the real action happens. In this installment, we’re shining a spotlight on the offensive line, who’s holding it down, who’s opening holes for the running backs, and who’s keeping Dak Prescott clean. Let’s get to it. Left Tackle Tyler Guyton (2025 Stats: […]

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Cowboys survey: How would you grade the Quinnen Williams trade?

The Dallas Cowboys are readying for a Week 11 Monday Night Football affair with the Las Vegas Raiders. The Cowboys are on the road for this one, but are still betting favorites over a Raiders team that is really struggling this season. At 3-5-1 on the season, the Cowboys are on life-support as far as […]

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Week 11 rooting guide for Cowboys fans

We’re back with another installment of the Cowboys fan rooting guide for this week’s games. Stubborn fools that we are, we’re still holding out hope for a playoff spot. But as those chances get slimmer, our focus will shift ever more to what most helps Dallas improve its 2026 draft picks. NFC East Lions @ […]

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Cowboys injuries: DeMarvion Overshown, Shavon Revel full practice

Coming out of their bye, the Dallas Cowboys have little room for error. The team activated linebacker DeMarvion Overshown from the PUP list, along with rookie cornerback Shavon Revel from NFI. Both could play on Monday against the Las Vegas Raiders. After Thursday, here’s the status regarding the health of the Cowboys.  After being limited […]

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Cowboys analytics roundup: Defensive reinforcements coming just in time

The bye week may have come at the perfect time for the Cowboys. Two straight losses has the season on the brink of being over, but two big trades at the deadline – plus the imminent return of both DeMarvion Overshown and Shavon Revel – offer a chance at a reset, defensively. And, really, the […]

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Cowboys at Raiders: 2 players Dallas should use more in Week 11

The bye week has come to a close, and it’s once again a game week for our Dallas Cowboys. With Dallas sitting at 3-5-1, this week’s matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders is a must-win if the Cowboys want any shot at staying in contention for a postseason spot. With over a week off to […]

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Cowboys roundtable discussion: Chip Kelly, playoff odds, and Quinnen Williams

Every week, we gather to discuss the latest news about the Dallas Cowboys and seek our writer’s perspective on each headline. Welcome back to the roundtable. This week we have David Howman, Sean Martin, and Jess Haynie.  How should Dallas handle Chip Kelly’s tempo offense? Mike: Limiting explosive plays is the first order of business. Stress the Raiders protection […]

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Cowboys bye week self-scouting: What went wrong in recent losses

The Cowboys first game after the bye week will be against the Las Vegas Raiders. A loss would be the Cowboys’ third straight, and back-to-back in the spotlight of Monday Night Football. A win and the Cowboys can hold on to their dwindling playoff push hopes. To conclude a self scouting exercise we’ve been doing […]

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Cowboys news: Team holds vigil, grieve together for Marshawn Kneeland

‘Stronger together’: Cowboys aren’t moving on, but moving forward after emotional week – Joseph Hoyt, Dallas Morning News Dallas looks to remain focused after tragic loss of Marshawn Kneeland. FRISCO — Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott stood in a locker room Nov. 6 that wasn’t his own, speaking with a heavy heart and something on his mind. Prescott […]

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Cowboys legend Emmitt Smith continues to do great work off the field

Emmitt Smith is among the greatest Dallas Cowboys of all-time. The NFL’s All-Time Leading Rusher, three-time Super Bowl Champion, Pro Football Hall of Famer and Ring of Honor Member. Emmitt did just about everything that you can throughout his career in the NFL. Heck, he even had success competitively outside of the league on Dancing […]

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Despite the results, the Cowboys front office keeps trying to improve the team

It’s been a bumpy season for the Dallas Cowboys. The team had big expectactions coming into the year, despite taking on a new coaching staff. The front office was very active this offseason adding several new players to the team. Even though they remained frugal in free agency, the were aggressive in other means, orchestrating […]

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Cowboys news: The defense is getting a much-needed boost

Overshown, Revel activated from IR by Cowboys – Patrik Walker, DallasCowboys.com The reinforcements Jerry Jones talked about are finally coming for the Dallas Cowboys. The loss of Marshawn Kneeland will be felt into the halls of Forever, but the Dallas Cowboys must slowly find their way forward as they prepare to visit the Las Vegas […]

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Cowboys activate DeMarvion Overshown from PUP, Shavon Revel from NFI

The Dallas Cowboys made two huge moves at the trade deadline last week, hoping to bolster their defense. Defensive tackle Quinnen Williams and linebacker Logan Wilson are both now in Dallas via trade and are anticipating making their debut Monday night against the Raiders. But they’re not the only defenders that will be added to […]

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Rookie battleground: Cowboys vs. Raiders breakdown for draft picks

Each week we dive into each team’s rookie class and compare how they stack up against each other. (Grades for each player are the overall offensive or defensive grade handed out by PFF.com) Dallas Cowboys Tyler Booker (OG) First Round Booker’s tape against Arizona looked like grown-up guard play in a chaotic night. The Cardinals threw their […]

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3 free agents Cowboys should consider signing after the trade deadline

Prior to the 2025 NFL trade deadline the Dallas Cowboys added linebacker Logan Wilson and also pulled off a blockbuster trade to acquire defensive tackle Quinnen Williams. Both of these moves were an attempt to upgrade their porous defense both for the present and the future. These are two savvy moves that will hopefully pay […]

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