A year ago, Linebacker Luke Gifford made it through the Dallas Cowboys final cuts as a rookie free agent despite missing a large part of training camp with an ankle injury he sustained in the preseason opener – the same game he recorded his first NFL interception against … Read more
Written by: Brian Martin
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Sean Lee’s career has been full of “what ifs.” Since joining the team a decade ago, Lee has been the unquestioned leader of the Cowboys defense whenever on the field. The problem, of course, is that he’s had immense trouble staying on the field. Injuries have taken what … Read more
Written by: Kevin Brady
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In 2018 when the Dallas Cowboys drafted Leighton Vander Esch, the team was set up to have a three-headed monster at linebacker. Unfortunately that season, Sean Lee only played in seven games due to multiple hamstring injuries. Last season, Vander Esch missed seven games with a neck issue … Read more
Written by: Matthew Lenix
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What have been the Dallas Cowboys’ 10 biggest moves so far in 2020? While a survey would bring back many answers, I bet you that few lists would include the re-signing of backup Linebacker Joe Thomas. Despite being an offseason afterthought, Thomas brings considerable value and his return … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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In a 1989 Thanksgiving classic known as one of the Bounty Bowls, the Dallas Cowboys were being outplayed in Texas Stadium. At halftime, they trailed the Philadelphia Eagles 10-0 as they had racked up only 91 total yards compared to the Eagles’ 161. Jimmy Johnson’s Cowboys, led by … Read more
Written by: Mauricio Rodriguez
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Where in the world is Leighton Vander Esch? It’s been the hot question on the minds of Cowboys fans over the last six months, with Vander Esch missing the second half of the 2019 season due to neck surgery. “Neck surgery” is a pretty scary phrase to hear … Read more
Written by: Kevin Brady
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Under normal circumstances we would be much more informed at this point in the year about what’s going on with the Dallas Cowboys. Unfortunately, thanks to the Coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic we are basically left grasping at straws due to all of the unknowns right now surrounding the Cowboys. One … Read more
Written by: Brian Martin
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The Dallas Cowboys have had one constant in their linebacker room since 2010, veteran Sean Lee. His best stretch in the NFL was the 2015 and 2016 seasons when he made his only two Pro Bowl teams and received his lone All-Pro selection. Over the next two seasons, … Read more
Written by: Matthew Lenix
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In 2018, Jaylon Smith and Leighton Vander Esch both took the NFL by storm and quickly established themselves as the best linebacker duo in the league. The former racked up 121 tackles and four sacks, while the latter led the team with 140 tackles and garnered Pro Bowl … Read more
Written by: Matthew Lenix
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The defensive side of the football has gone under a complete overhaul in regards to the Dallas Cowboys this offseason. Gerald McCoy, Dontari Poe, and Ha Ha Clinton-Dix were added in free agency. Trevon Diggs, Reggie Robinson, Neville Gallimore, and Bradlee Anae joined the roster via the NFL … Read more
Written by: Matthew Lenix
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While the Dallas Cowboys should be very happy with their offseason thus far, two areas that could still use some help are defensive end and linebacker. If Dallas has interest in adding more talent through free agency in 2020, one player who could help both spots is sixth-year … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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The Dallas Cowboys continued to get busy with roster moves this week, reportedly waiving linebacker Chris Covington and defensive back DJ White. The Cowboys waived LB Chris Covington and DB D.J. White. Both spent time on the practice squad last year; Covington a former sixth-round pick. — Rob … Read more
Written by: Kevin Brady
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With a new coaching staff comes a new outlook on the talent that the Dallas Cowboys have on the roster. They won’t see players the same way that the previous regime did and may look to deploy them in a way that might be more fruitful. Earlier this … Read more
Written by: John Williams
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Ever since Mike Nolan was hired as the new defensive coordinator for the Dallas Cowboys, his background with the 3-4 scheme has caused ample speculation about Dallas making a change in 2020. But new Head Coach Mike McCarthy confirmed yesterday that the Cowboys will be sticking with the … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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It seems to be a foregone conclusion that the Dallas Cowboys will devote a lot of time addressing defensive needs in next week’s NFL Draft. They got a jump start in free agency adding Gerald McCoy, Dontari Poe, and Ha Ha Clinton-Dix. That bolsters the defensive line and … Read more
Written by: Matthew Lenix
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The NFL Draft is a week away and the Dallas Cowboys will have several holes to fill. Safety, cornerback, and defensive line help are the top of the priority list, especially in the early rounds. However, a position that isn’t getting enough attention is linebacker. Jaylon Smith is … Read more
Written by: Matthew Lenix
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During draft season, we all like to sit around and talk about the needs the Dallas Cowboys need to address in the draft. Then we get into debates about need vs best player available. The reality is, teams go into the draft considering both the areas the team … Read more
Written by: John Williams
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Though it isn’t a splashy move, the Dallas Cowboys made an important move this evening by continuing to add depth to their linebacker corps. After re-signing Veteran Linebacker Sean Lee earlier this week, the Cowboys solidified their depth behind Jaylon Smith and Leighton Vander Esch by re-signing Joe … Read more
Written by: John Williams
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Dallas Cowboys’ free agents seem to be finding new homes left and right, however, one of the organization’s long-time veterans is staying in Big D. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Linebacker Sean Lee has agreed to a one-year, 4.5 million dollar deal (2 million guaranteed) with the Cowboys. … Read more
Written by: Matthew Lenix
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While not on the same tier as Dak Prescott, Amari Cooper, or Byron Jones, veteran Linebacker Sean Lee appears to be a priority free agent for the Dallas Cowboys. With the “legal tampering” window now open in the NFL, there’s a report that Dallas is working to get … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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Heading into in the 2019 season, the Dallas Cowboys were in a great position at the linebacker position. After Jaylon Smith and Leighton Vander Esch broke out in the 2018 season confidence at the linebacker position was sky-high. With Sean Lee and Joe Thomas providing depth, there was … Read more
Written by: John Williams
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