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Cowboys reporter for The Dallas Morning News. San Francisco Born, Oregon made, Dallas living. Story tips: Joseph.hoyt@dallasnews.com

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3 NFL draft prospects the Cowboys could pick at No. 12, No. 20 in first round A first look at who the Cowboys could select with their two first-round picks.

New | Who are three early candidates the Cowboys could select at picks No. 12 and No. 20?

I give you a dream scenario, a logical favorite, and someone who we could place in the “CeeDee Lamb” type luxury pick at No. 20…

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13.01.2026 17:50 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

The #Cowboys are scheduled to interview former Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon for their open DC position, per source.

They will also interview former Ravens DC Zach Orr, a DeSoto and UNT product.

They also interviewed current DL coach Aaron Whitecotton.

12.01.2026 22:01 👍 5 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0

Among the candidates for the Cowboys DC opening: Jonathan Gannon, Jim Schwartz, Leslie Frazier, Aaron Whitecotton, Brandon Staley and Raheem Morris and Jim Leonhard
and Mike Pettine.

06.01.2026 14:35 👍 7 🔁 4 💬 0 📌 1
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The Dallas Cowboys have relieved defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus of his job with two years remaining on his contract, two people familiar with the decision confirmed to The Dallas Morning News on Tuesday.

https://bit.ly/4jq41uR 

06.01.2026 14:42 👍 4 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 3

DaRon Bland said he’s scheduled for surgery on his left foot on Jan. 13. Bland was wearing a protective boot on his foot as he left the locker room.

05.01.2026 17:42 👍 5 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 2

#Cowboys defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus said "I take full accountability" for what's gone wrong with the defense.

01.01.2026 17:48 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Brian Schottenheimer said “other players asked and they were told the same thing,” about wanting to leave DC and go elsewhere after the game. Schottenheimer said it’s a team rule players fly back home after road game unless it’s a family emergency. #cowboys #giants

31.12.2025 18:37 👍 3 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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Brian Schottenheimer said the release of Trevon Diggs was a culmination of a lot of factors.

As for denying Trevon Diggs’ request to stay home after the game, Schotty said protocol wasn’t followed. It wasn’t the only factor.

“I’m not the Grinch that stole Christmas.”

31.12.2025 18:55 👍 6 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

So if Dak Prescott and plays Sunday in the #Cowboys game against the #Giants his 14-game win streak would be on the line. It’s the second longest win streak against an opponent in #NFL history.

31.12.2025 17:25 👍 3 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0

According to a person with knowledge of the move the Cowboys released Trevon Diggs. This was not because of a specific incident. It was a culmination of several things that occurred during the season from performance to off the field. #cowboys

30.12.2025 18:26 👍 4 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0

Source confirms: Cowboys have waived CB Trevon Diggs.

The Cowboys signed Diggs to a massive extension in July 2023. He played in only 19 games after and had two INTs. There were three years left on his deal.

30.12.2025 18:24 👍 6 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0
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Jadeveon Clowney’s veteran presence, effort turns heads as Cowboys look to 2026 roster The former No. 1 overall pick, along with George Pickens and Javonte Williams, has made a good impression in his first season with Dallas.

Yes, the #Cowboys should re-sign George Pickens.

Yes, they should re-sign Javonte Williams.

After Sunday, add a new name to the list — Jadeveon Clowney.

“I’ve got a lot left in the tank.”

Column: www.dallasnews.com/sports/cowbo...

26.12.2025 00:28 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

This one might be over. I know it's early, but Dak Prescott threw an 86-yard touchdown pass to KaVonte Turpin and it's 21-3, Cowboys.

25.12.2025 18:57 👍 3 🔁 1 💬 3 📌 0

Jake Ferguson catches a six-yard TD in the back of the end zone. And the red zone issues have been quieted at least for a moment. Dallas leads Washington 7-0. Very good first drive for the Cowboys. 13 plays, 78 yards and it took 5:18 off the clock.

25.12.2025 18:13 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Jerry, Stephen Jones’ visions of post-Parsons pass rush turned out to be a pipe dream The Cowboys’ loss to the Chargers — and the season as a whole — have proven how hard it is to replace a player like Micah Parsons.

ARLINGTON — Stephen Jones said the day they traded Micah Parsons that they could scheme pressure.

That dream, as Sunday showed, was a pipe dream.

Column from the loss to the Chargers: www.dallasnews.com/sports/cowbo...

22.12.2025 01:29 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

The #Cowboys invested a lot of money in CBs DaRon Bland and Trevon Diggs. Bland signed a 4-year, $90 million extension this off-season. Diggs signed a 5-year, $97 million extension before the 2023 season.

They've played in only seven games together the last three seasons.

19.12.2025 00:21 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

We’ve said it consistently about Brian Schottenheimer, so I figured I’d say it about this person too…

Cowboys OC Klayton Adams is a fantastic press conference listen. He answers questions throughly and candidly. He’ll teach us instead of just “coach speak.” It’s appreciated.

18.12.2025 19:29 👍 4 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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One change that’s happening for the Cowboys: DC Matt Eberflus said he’s going to go up in the booth and call plays from upstairs. He’s called from the field this season.

He said he’s done it before.

18.12.2025 19:28 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 2 📌 0
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Surrounded by discourse, Cowboys WR George Pickens is keeping his focus on the field Pickens has faced harsh criticism for his performance vs. Detroit and his failure to bounce back vs. Minnesota.

New | The #Cowboys bought low on RB Javonte Williams to great success. Will they buy again with a higher market value?

Brian Schottenheimer today: “I hope he’s a Cowboy for a long time.”

www.dallasnews.com/sports/cowbo...

18.12.2025 01:36 👍 4 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Jerry Jones puts pressure on Cowboys DC Matt Eberflus ahead of season’s final three games For the first time, it feels like there’s pressure on Cowboys defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus to get the defense going, or potentially go home.

New | The decision to hire Matt Eberflus as the Cowboys DC came with built-in patience. He seemingly had a long leash.

Now, with three games left, that leash feels a little tighter.

On Jerry Jones turning up the pressure.

www.dallasnews.com/sports/cowbo...

16.12.2025 16:50 👍 6 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 1
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Dak Prescott isn’t one to shy away from blitzes. Against Vikings, Cowboys QB was mystified Brian Flores’ defensive approach gave Prescott and the Cowboys various issues on Sunday night.

Dak Prescott leads the NFL in passing yards under pressure. He not only faces blitzes, but welcomes them.

Tonight, Brian Flores’ Cover 0 pressures mystified him and the Cowboys.

“This is one of the toughest ones I’ve ever been a part of.”

www.dallasnews.com/sports/cowbo...

15.12.2025 13:39 👍 5 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Facing burden of winning out, Cowboys aim to focus on this week’s championship opportunity Cowboys HC Brian Schottenheimer insists his team’s approach to a Week 15 meeting with Minnesota hasn’t changed.

Column | Facing burden of winning out, #Cowboys aim to focus on this week’s championship opportunity.

“It’s not heavy, even if I feel it, and obviously I think about it a lot.”

www.dallasnews.com/sports/cowbo...

14.12.2025 15:32 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

Cowboys CB Trevon Diggs spoke with us today for the first time in a while. He said he’s healthy, he’s ready to play, and he expects to play.

When asked if he’s been told by the #Cowboys that he’ll play, he told reporters to ask the coaches.

He reiterated that he’s “ready.”

12.12.2025 20:04 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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In my humble and non-professional opinion, Cowboys CB Trevon Diggs is moving around well in practice and looks healthy.

Diggs’ practice window closes next Sunday Dec. 21.

12.12.2025 18:29 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones on 1053thefan about WR George Pickens: “I don’t know if I’ve ever seen a body of work for a season dismissed as quickly as it was with Pickens getting criticized against Detroit. That’s madness.”

12.12.2025 17:04 👍 5 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 1

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones on 105.3 The Fan about LB Logan Wilson: “I think you’ll see more of him” against the Vikings on Sunday.

12.12.2025 17:03 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb is out of concussion protocol ahead of Sunday’s game against the Vikings.

11.12.2025 22:27 👍 7 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 1
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Cowboys CB Trevon Diggs is on Day 12 of his practice window being opened.

11.12.2025 19:30 👍 7 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb was back on the practice field today as he tries to return from last week’s concussion. He was limited yesterday.

11.12.2025 19:30 👍 10 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 2
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Cowboys WR George Pickens is third in the NFL in receiving yards (1,179). Coaches have reiterated their belief in Pickens amidst last week’s criticism of his performance.

11.12.2025 19:30 👍 9 🔁 0 💬 2 📌 0