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Cowboys news: Brandon Aubrey and Dallas negotiating top dollar contract for kickers

Brandon Aubrey seeking larger deal from Cowboys, sources say – Todd Archer, ESPN Just how much is Brandon Aubrey worth?. The Dallas Cowboys and the agent for Pro Bowler Brandon Aubrey are in agreement that he should be the highest-paid kicker in the NFL. The disagreement is by how much. The Cowboys have offered a deal for Aubrey that […]

Cowboys free agency: Grading the deal for RB Javonte Williams

The Dallas Cowboys kind of caught us all by surprise about last week when they actually got ahead of things on a contract. This is definitely not the speed we are used to seeing them move at when it comes to contracts. Running back Javonte Williams was scheduled to become a free agent in the […]

How the Cowboys could reel in another former Dolphins’ All-Pro in safety Minkah Fitzpatrick

The Miami Dolphins appear ready to move on from former All-Pro safety Minkah Fitzpatrick. Reports indicate that the Dolphins are aggressively reshaping the roster, having already released high-profile veterans like Tyreek Hill and Bradley Chubb. With Miami entering a clear rebuilding phase and prioritizing long-term financial flexibility, the 29-year-old safety has been placed on the trade […]

Cowboys could look at 2005 draft as blueprint for fixing the 2026 defense

21 years ago the Dallas Cowboys drafted four defensive linemen as they switched to a 3-4 defense under Bill Parcells. Parcells had been hired as head coach in 2003, but didn’t change the defensive scheme until the Cowboys finished the 2004 season ranked 27th in points allowed. In 2005, the Cowboys had two first-round picks, […]

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Cowboys 2026 free agent profile: K Brandon Aubrey (RFA)

The Dallas Cowboys have many players (UFA/RFA) who will officially hit the open market in March. Today, we continue our series examining each of the Cowboys’ impending free agents, reviewing their 2025 campaign and predicting what will be next for each player. We continue our free agent profile series by taking a look at Dallas’ […]

Cowboys news: Offseason plans orbit around finding a way to keep George Pickens

Cowboys on Pickens contract: ‘We love him, want him here’ – Patrik Walker, DallasCowboys.com Any version of the Cowboys as a contending team in 2026 includes George Pickens back for another season. Speaking to reporters from the start of the NFL Combine, executive vice president and director or player personnel Stephen Jones gave insight into […]

The Cowboys are ‘open’ to trading one of their first round picks

The Dallas Cowboys are letting teams know they are open for business. On Monday at the NFL combine, Stephen Jones said the team is “open” to moving one of their first-round picks for a player. Being open for business also comes with a caveat for Jones and the Cowboys—it has to be for the right […]

Hard to hate on Javonte Williams’ new deal with Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys said they wanted running back Javonte Williams to return in 2026, and by golly, they meant it. On Saturday, Williams agreed to a new three-year, $24 million contract to continue his lead role in the offensive backfield. And while every deal will have its critics, this one is hard for even some […]

Cowboys 2026 draft: LB Sonny Styles scouting report

We continue our 2026 NFL Draft preview of draft prospects that could interest the Dallas Cowboys. Today we are looking at Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles.  Sonny Styles LBOhio State Senior5-star recruit 6’4”243 lbs History  As a true freshman at Ohio State in 2022, he was eased in defensively playing the safety position, but got real game reps. He featured in […]

BTB Monday Discussion: Which part of the NFL combine matters most to you?

It is hard to believe, but the NFL combine used to really matter. Let me be clear, the combine holds value. It may be a different thing than it was in the past, but to act like it is insignificant would be jumping the shark a little too much. For those too young or unaware […]

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5 free agent linebackers Cowboys should pursue after Logan Wilson’s release

The Cowboys made a move this week, releasing linebacker Logan Wilson just a few months after trading for him. The move cleared up $6.5 million in cap space, and also increased the likelihood that they’ll pursue a linebacker in free agency this offseason. Here are five specific names they should look into. Devin Lloyd A […]

Cowboys news: Scouting combine prospects and mock drafts

3 draft prospects who no longer fit Cowboys plans after Parker presser – Mike Crum, The Landry Hat The Parker-defensive regime will look different than under previous Coordinators. CB Mansoor Delane, LSU The Cowboys seem to have their two outside cornerbacks in Bland, who was just paid well, and Revel Jr., who was seen as […]

Cowboys currently negotiating with Brandon Aubrey, RFA tender could be used

The Dallas Cowboys do not plan on losing kicker Brandon Aubrey. It was reported on Sunday evening by The Dallas Morning News that the Cowboys, according to team EVP Stephen Jones, have been working on a long-term deal with the all-world kicker and that they are prepared to place a first- or second-round tender before […]

National signing day: Cowboys’ 5-star recruits out of high school

National signing day came and went a bit ago with little of the fanfare the event used to have in the past, as many recruits have been committed for quite some time. In fact, only one of the top 300 prospects listed on 247Sports’ composite rankings remained uncommitted on signing day. We are but a […]

Cowboys 2026 offseason preview: Linebackers

While every position group on the 2025 Cowboys defense deserved criticism, none got it more than the linebackers. Unsurprisingly, it remains a major focus this offseason. With two of last year’s starters not expected to return, and limited options to replace them, we could see big moves happening both in free agency and with one […]

Honoring Javonte Williams three-year, $24 million deal with his top 24 plays with the Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys have ensured their backfield remains locked and loaded by re-signing breakout running back Javonte Williams to a new three-year, $24 million contract. The agreement, which includes $16 million in guaranteed money, comes after weeks of front-office speculation regarding the impending free agent. By locking up Williams before the start of the new league year, […]

Cowboys 2026 free agent profile: DE Sam Williams

The Dallas Cowboys have 21 players (UFA/RFA) who will officially hit the open market in a little less than a month. Today, we continue our series examining each of the Cowboys’ impending free agents, reviewing their 2025 campaign and predicting what will be next for each player. We continue our free agent profile series by […]

2026 NFL Draft: What you can expect from a rookie pass rusher

A lot of pre-draft chatter so far has centered on the Cowboys possibly picking a pass rusher with one of their first two picks in the draft. But you’ve got to wonder whether a first- or second-round pass rusher will be the magic bullet that fixes what’s ailing the Cowboys’ pass rush. To answer that […]

Cowboys news: Dallas re-signs Javonte Williams to new contract

Cowboys, Javonte Williams agree to terms on 3 year, $24 million contract – Tommy Yarish, dallascowboys.com Before free agency, the Cowboys elect to run things back with Javonte Williams. FRISCO, Texas – The Cowboys and running back Javonte Williams have agreed to terms on a three-year, $24 million contract. Williams, 25, signed a one-year, $3 million […]