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Have Patriots Passed Cowboys on All-Time Franchise List?

The Dallas Cowboys have long-been thought of as one the league’s premier franchises. For a long time, they led the NFL in Super Bowl appearances (8), were tied for most Super Bowl victories (5), and owned the streak for most consecutive playoff appearances with 9. They have always … Read more

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Could Sanjay Lal

Could Cowboys Target Former Sanjay Lal-Coached Receivers?

After spending the 2017 season plagued by a disappointing passing attack, the Dallas Cowboys might be in the market for wide receivers during free agency. Of course, there are a ton of different options for them to choose from, but narrowing it down to a couple realistic choices … Read more

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Cowboys Draft Target: Rutgers EDGE Kemoko Turay 1

Cowboys Draft Target: Rutgers EDGE Kemoko Turay

Despite drafting a defensive end in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft, most would argue the Cowboys are still in the edge-rusher market entering the upcoming offseason. DeMarcus Lawrence proved he can be the alpha-type rusher the Cowboys need, but adding a speed rushing, weakside defensive … Read more

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3 Cowboys To Play In 2018 NFL Pro Bowl

3 Cowboys to Play in 2018 NFL Pro Bowl

Though the 2017 Dallas Cowboys’ season has come to a close, there is one final game to be played for a few of the best players on the roster. One final chance to see your favorite Cowboys play with the star on their helmet before the 2018 offseason … Read more

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Cowboys Draft Target: Georgia OL Isaiah Wynn

Cowboys Draft Target: Georgia OL Isaiah Wynn

Despite being one of the NFL’s better units when healthy, the Dallas Cowboys offensive line struggled mightily at times last season due to injuries. When Left Tackle Tyron Smith went out, the lack of an adequate replacement, as well as the lack of help to the replacement left … Read more

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Dallas Cowboys Wishlist at Philadelphia Eagles

Believe it or not, Ryan Switzer did Something no one else Could in 2017

The Dallas Cowboys’ 2017 rookie class may not have had the immediate impact that the 2016 class did, but they certainly provided reasons to be optimistic about the future. From finding starting-caliber defensive backs in Chidobe Awuzie, Jourdan Lewis, and Xavier Woods, to finding a potentially game-breaking offensive/special teams … Read more

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Cowboys Draft Target: UTEP OL Will Hernandez

Cowboys Draft Target: UTEP OL Will Hernandez

Although heralded among the best offensive lines in the league, the Dallas Cowboys have a need to fill among their front five. That need is at left guard, where journeyman lineman Jonathan Cooper filled in for much of the 2017 season. I would consider Cooper’s performance as relatively … Read more

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Cowboys Land Small School WR In Latest PFF Mock Draft

Cowboys Land Small School WR in Latest PFF Mock Draft

It’s officially draft season around the NFL, meaning — whether you like it or not — it’s now mock draft season. Pro Football Focus is the latest of the national football media outlets to release a mock draft. Their version of the draft was controversial towards the top, … Read more

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Why WR Coach Sanjay Lal Is A Good Hire For Cowboys

Why WR Coach Sanjay Lal is a Good Hire for Cowboys

Yesterday, it was announced that the Dallas Cowboys will hire Sanjay Lal to be their new wide receivers coach. Lal spent 2017 with the Indianapolis Colts in the same position, but has made multiple stops around the NFL prior to joining the Cowboys staff. Most recently and arguably … Read more

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Cowboys Draft Target: Michigan DT Maurice Hurst

Cowboys Draft Target: Michigan DT Maurice Hurst

Heading into the 2018 NFL Draft, it’s pretty clear defensive tackle is toward the top of the Dallas Cowboys’ needs. Dallas has invested multiple draft picks and resources into the secondary, linebackers, and defensive ends, but their interior defensive line still needs to add depth and talent. One potential … Read more

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Months Later, Jaguars Safety Barry Church Wa E

Months Later, it Seems Jaguars S Barry Church was Right

About five months ago, before the 2017 NFL season had even begun, former Cowboys safety Barry Church made comments which made Cowboys Nation scratch their heads. Now a Jacksonville Jaguar, Church said his current team was more talented than his former, the Dallas Cowboys. At the time, many fans … Read more

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Cowboys Hire Longtime Bengals OL Coach Paul Alexander

Cowboys Hire Longtime Bengals OL Coach Paul Alexander

Thus far the 2018 offseason has brought a plethora of change to the Dallas Cowboys coaching staff, especially on the offensive side of the ball. Now it is being reported the Cowboys have hired a brand new offensive line coach, former Cincinnati Bengals’ Offensive Line Coach Paul Alexander. … Read more

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Los Angeles Rams @ Dallas Cowboys: By the Numbers

WR Brice Butler Makes Waves With Controversial Comments

Heading into this 2018 offseason, the Dallas Cowboys have to answer some critical questions about their wide receiver corps. Is Dez Bryant still worthy of being labeled/targeted as a number one receiver? Is Ryan Switzer ready to dethrone Cole Beasley as the team’s starting slot receiver? What in … Read more

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Takeaway Tuesday: Cowboys' Defense Silently Shined, Jeff Heath Saved The Season 1

Dallas Cowboys: 3 Best Plays of the 2017 Season

Earlier this week, I talked about three plays which, in a way, ruined the 2017 Dallas Cowboys’ season. We will always look back at 2017 as a disappointing and frustrating year, but there were some exciting moments along the way. Especially as the Cowboys fought for their playoff lives, … Read more

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Cowboys Draft Target: Colorado State WR Michael Gallup

Cowboys Draft Target: Colorado State WR Michael Gallup

It’s officially draft season at The Star, and with the abundance of needs the Dallas Cowboys have to fill, it’s hard to narrow down their first-round targets to just one position. If you were to do so, however, wide receiver might be the spot to choose. From my … Read more

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The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly For Cowboys Against Packers

3 Plays that Changed the Cowboys’ Season

The 2018 offseason is underway for the Dallas Cowboys. Typically, this means we should look ahead to both free agency and the NFL Draft, something we’ve been doing and will continue to do on Inside The Star in the coming months. But it’s time to look back a bit, … Read more

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Dallas Cowboys Hold 28th Overall Pick in 2017 NFL Draft 1

Cowboys are “Homegrown,” but is this Effective?

As we move into the 2018 NFL offseason, members of the Cowboys’ front office are receiving calls and interview requests from other teams around the league. Specifically, Will McClay has reportedly been contacted by the Houston Texans to interview for their General Manager job. Some of Cowboys Nation … Read more

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Cowboys Expansion Draft: Protecting America's Team's Future

OL Zack Martin Did Not Commit a Penalty in 2017

It’s no secret the Dallas Cowboys offense took a step back in 2017, partly due to some diminished offensive line play. The key reason for this drop in OL play was left tackle Tyron Smith’s health. As he was forced to miss more and more time, Chaz Green and … Read more

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Film Room: WR Ryan Switzer Showed Flashes Vs. Eagles

Film Room: WR Ryan Switzer Showed Flashes Vs. Eagles

There’s no doubt the Dallas Cowboys passing game faltered in 2017. Though never expected to throw for many yards, Dak Prescott and the Cowboys failed to maximize their attempts down the stretch. The passing game was simply inefficient and ineffective. One reason the passing game took a step … Read more

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