Cowboys RB Rico Dowdle could be in line for a big game against Carolina’s 32nd-ranked run defense
1 week, 3 days ago

Cowboys RB Rico Dowdle could be in line for a big game against Carolina’s 32nd-ranked run defense

Associated Press  

Dallas at Carolina Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, FOX. The Panthers are hoping to get WR Jalen Coker back on the field this week after he has missed the past three games with a quad injury.. Also, No. Series notes The Cowboys are 7-2 against the Panthers since losing a wild-card game at Carolina 29-10 during the 2003 season, the first of Pro Football Hall of Fame coach Bill Parcells’ four years leading Dallas. … Dowdle’s 7.3-yard average per carry on 18 attempts against the Bengals was the highest for a Dallas back since Ezekiel Elliott averaged 7.9 per carry at Philadelphia in 2018. The Panthers have endured six straight seasons with at least 10 losses.. Carolina’s past five games have come down to the last possession.. Panthers 1,000-yard RB Chuba Hubbard needs one rushing touchdown to pass Stephen Davis for fifth in team history.

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Panthers QB Bryce Young regresses after breakdowns in protection in 30-14 loss to Cowboys
6 days, 20 hours ago

Panthers QB Bryce Young regresses after breakdowns in protection in 30-14 loss to Cowboys

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — For the better part of the season, the Carolina Panthers rebuilt offensive line has been doing a pretty good job of protecting Bryce Young. “We play into the opponent’s hands in that regard.. With a really good pressure package and just some good players up front, it certainly put us in a brand of football we don’t …

QB Cooper Rush providing big lift to Cowboys offense
1 week ago

QB Cooper Rush providing big lift to Cowboys offense

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Cooper Rush and the Dallas offense seem to be rounding into form, although it is almost certainly a matter of too little, too late for the Cowboys playoff hopes. The 31-year-old Rush threw a career-high three touchdown passes on Sunday and Rico Dowdle bested his career high in rushing for the third straight week as the Cowboys …

Rush throws for career-high 3 TDs, Cowboys force 4 turnovers to beat Panthers 30-14
1 week ago

Rush throws for career-high 3 TDs, Cowboys force 4 turnovers to beat Panthers 30-14

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — CeeDee Lamb heard about oddsmakers listing the Carolina Panthers as a favorite for the first time in nearly two full years entering Sunday’s game against the Dallas Cowboys. Cooper Rush threw for 214 yards and a career-high three touchdown passes, Dallas forced four Bryce Young turnovers and sacked the second-year quarterback six times as the Cowboys drubbed …

Surging Eagles host improving Bryce Young, Panthers
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Surging Eagles host improving Bryce Young, Panthers

Associated Press  

Carolina at Philadelphia Sunday, 1 p.m., FOX BetMGM NFL Odds: Eagles by 12 1/2 Against the spread: Carolina 5-7; Philadelphia 8-4 Series record: Eagles lead 8-4. Last meeting: On Oct. 10, 2021, Jalen Hurts passed for 198 yards and rushed for two scores to help the Eagles come back from a 12-point deficit in a 21-18 home victory over Carolina. …

Cowboys put focus on health as hope grows for improbable rally to playoff contention
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Cowboys put focus on health as hope grows for improbable rally to playoff contention

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — With a mini-bye plus a day, the Dallas Cowboys have a chance to get a little healthier, though they know any improbable rally to playoff contention will have to be without star quarterback Dak Prescott. A defense that has looked much more dynamic since star pass rusher Micah Parsons’ return from an ankle injury might get defensive …

Overshown’s flashy pick-6 boosts Cowboys in Thanksgiving win over Giants
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Overshown’s flashy pick-6 boosts Cowboys in Thanksgiving win over Giants

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — DeMarvion Overshown wasn’t sure he could run down the pass he tipped and turn it into an interception for a touchdown. Overshown’s dynamic pick-6 from 23 yards put Dallas in front for good, Rico Dowdle ran for a score in his first career 100-yard game and the Cowboys held on for a 27-20 Thanksgiving Day victory over …

‘Sky is the limit’ for DeMarvion Overshown — his pick six was just what the Cowboys needed
3 weeks, 3 days ago

‘Sky is the limit’ for DeMarvion Overshown — his pick six was just what the Cowboys needed

New York Times  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Something seemed a little off. “I was really just thinking, ‘Just blow up the play,’” Overshown said. Thanksgiving, the world’s watching.” The start of Thursday’s game looked similar to previous Cowboys home games this season. “I told y’all from the beginning he was going to be a dude,” Cowboys All-Pro pass rusher Micah Parsons said. Expect more …

Sports betting: Running backs Harris, Robinson and Hunt favored to score TDs in Week 12
1 month ago

Sports betting: Running backs Harris, Robinson and Hunt favored to score TDs in Week 12

Associated Press  

Week 12 of the NFL season has arrived and prop bets are available. Here are some players who likely will find the end zone this week, with odds from the BetMGM online sportsbook: Running back Najee Harris, Steelers, +105 While Najee Harris has only scored three touchdowns for the Pittsburgh Steelers this season, he’s still a good bet for Thursday …

Dak Prescott’s injury hurts Cowboys, but they are forced to confront tougher reality
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Dak Prescott’s injury hurts Cowboys, but they are forced to confront tougher reality

New York Times  

With quarterback Dak Prescott suffering a hamstring injury in the 27-21 loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, hopes for the remainder of this season got even worse for the already struggling Dallas Cowboys. As we broke down last week, there’s a legitimate argument to be made that the 2022 Cowboys were the best team of McCarthy era. GO DEEPER …

Atlanta Falcons Dominate Dallas Cowboys in Thrilling NFC South Showdown
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Atlanta Falcons Dominate Dallas Cowboys in Thrilling NFC South Showdown

Associated Press  

The Atlanta Falcons secured a 27-21 victory over the Dallas Cowboys, extending their winning streak to five games in six matches. Kirk Cousins shone with three touchdown passes and a rushing touchdown, while Tyler Allgeier's touchdown was the highlight of the game. Despite facing a tough defense, the Falcons managed to secure the win thanks to their offensive prowess and …

Dak Prescott’s mistakes took center stage in a game Cowboys needed his best
2 months, 1 week ago

Dak Prescott’s mistakes took center stage in a game Cowboys needed his best

New York Times  

ARLINGTON, Texas — If there was any chance for the Dallas Cowboys to defeat the Detroit Lions on Sunday, Dak Prescott had to be at the center of it. Red zone woes vs. Lions DRIVE YARD LINE RESULT 1st quarter 16 Field goal 1st quarter 7 Interception 4th quarter* 5 Interception * Cooper Rush was in at QB for this …

Lions visit Cowboys in return to scene of disputed 2-point call in 1-point loss
2 months, 1 week ago

Lions visit Cowboys in return to scene of disputed 2-point call in 1-point loss

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Dan Campbell can always count the way he enjoys the closest thing he has to a homecoming when he visits the Dallas Cowboys. “You’ve got to keep your head about you no matter what it is, and I think each game, you can always find something,” said Campbell, who was born and raised less than 100 miles …

The Cowboys’ run game showed signs of life — they need Rico Dowdle to keep building
2 months, 1 week ago

The Cowboys’ run game showed signs of life — they need Rico Dowdle to keep building

New York Times  

Through the first four weeks of the regular season, the Dallas Cowboys’ running backs were an easy target for ridicule. If the Cowboys averaged 109 yards per game, it would be good enough for 20th in the league and the 3.5 yards per carry — the actual Cowboys’ season average — lands them at 31st in the NFL. So, when …

Rico Dowdle and Jalen Tolbert are the new names to know in the Cowboys’ offense
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rico Dowdle and Jalen Tolbert are the new names to know in the Cowboys’ offense

Associated Press  

FRISCO, Texas — Rico Dowdle’s migration to the role as lead running back for the Dallas Cowboys has been slow and steady. His 22-yarder put Dallas in front early in the fourth quarter before Dak Prescott’s clutch 4-yard toss to Tolbert on fourth down with 20 seconds remaining. That’s huge on Tolbert.” The AP Top 25 college football poll is …

Analysis: NFL is still a passing league despite early rise in running
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Analysis: NFL is still a passing league despite early rise in running

Associated Press  

On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. Not give up sacks.” NFL teams are averaging 119.5 yards rushing per game, up from 112.7 last season. “It’s been productive, so we’ve got good, positive yards from it.” Even with Patrick Mahomes under center, Kansas City is only 12th in passing and 15th in rushing this …

Cowboys’ defense needs to find a happy medium after wildly different showings in the first 2 weeks
3 months ago

Cowboys’ defense needs to find a happy medium after wildly different showings in the first 2 weeks

Associated Press  

FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas defense was as bad in a Week 2 blowout loss at home to New Orleans as it was good in a season-opening victory at Cleveland. “Everyone didn’t play to 100%,” the star pass rusher said after the Saints scored touchdowns on their first six possessions in a 44-19 victory Sunday. What’s working K Brandon Aubrey …

Evaluating the Dallas Cowboys’ offensive roster: Major issues and depth competition
9 months ago

Evaluating the Dallas Cowboys’ offensive roster: Major issues and depth competition

New York Times  

The Dallas Cowboys haven’t had much activity this offseason, but even of the few signings/re-signings they’ve made, the majority have come on special teams and defense. Quarterback Dak Prescott Cooper Rush Trey Lance Could Trey Lance, left, emerge as Dak Prescott’s backup next season? not Wide receiver CeeDee Lamb Brandin Cooks Jalen Tolbert KaVontae Turpin Jalen Brooks The Cowboys could …

Cowboys feel playoff-tested after strange win over Lions that followed pair of road losses
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Cowboys feel playoff-tested after strange win over Lions that followed pair of road losses

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys didn’t have it easy in finishing off their first 8-0 home season in 42 years. Because of Philadelphia’s loss to Arizona on Sunday, the Cowboys have the inside track to the NFC East title, which would mean at least one playoff game at home. “But I do think being on the road the last …

James Cook leads dominant rushing attack as Bills trample Cowboys 31-10
1 year ago

James Cook leads dominant rushing attack as Bills trample Cowboys 31-10

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — The Bills’ offense has found its legs in time to make a playoff push. “I felt like the kid that didn’t do anything in a class project but got an A,” Allen said after he threw for just 94 yards, with a touchdown passing and one rushing. Cook finished with 179 yards rushing and 221 yards …

Dak Prescott, Brandon Aubrey help Cowboys pull even with Eagles in NFC East with 33-13 victory
1 year ago

Dak Prescott, Brandon Aubrey help Cowboys pull even with Eagles in NFC East with 33-13 victory

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Mike McCarthy was nervous for an NFC East showdown with Philadelphia after the Dallas coach missed two days during the week after an emergency appendectomy. Dak Prescott threw for two touchdowns, Brandon Aubrey made four field goals to start his career a record 30 for 30, and the Cowboys pulled even in the division with their 15th …

Cowboys take 12-game home winning streak into 11th Thanksgiving meeting with Washington
1 year, 1 month ago

Cowboys take 12-game home winning streak into 11th Thanksgiving meeting with Washington

News 18  

WASHINGTON at DALLAS Thursday, 4:30 p.m. EST, CBS BETTING LINE: Cowboys by 10 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. … Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb and RT Terence Steele are new to the injury report with ankle issues, but both were full participants in the only session of the week resembling a complete practice Tuesday. … Commanders QB Sam Howell threw three …

NFC North-leading Lions rally from 12-point deficit late to beat Bears 31-26 on Montgomery’s TD run
1 year, 1 month ago

NFC North-leading Lions rally from 12-point deficit late to beat Bears 31-26 on Montgomery’s TD run

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Jared Goff was having perhaps his worst game in three years with the Detroit Lions — whose fans even booed him at times — until it was time to win. Goff threw a 32-yard touchdown pass to Jameson Williams with 3:06 to go and connected on five throws to set up David Montgomery’s go-ahead 1-yard touchdown run with …

How the Eagles’ defense held off a Cowboys comeback: ‘It’s stressful, man’
1 year, 1 month ago

How the Eagles’ defense held off a Cowboys comeback: ‘It’s stressful, man’

New York Times  

PHILADELPHIA — Sydney Brown had no idea what the call was. If he says he’s all right, then we’re going to roll with it.” Eagles coach Nick Sirianni trusted the stability of his star quarterback’s knee enough to approve four “Brotherly Shove” sneaks throughout the game — a fourth-down conversion, a third-down conversion, a third-and-goal score and a run that …

Rams’ 43-20 road loss to the Dallas Cowboys by the numbers
1 year, 1 month ago

Rams’ 43-20 road loss to the Dallas Cowboys by the numbers

LA Times  

Rams receiver Puka Nacua did not have a spectacular day but still set an NFL record with his three catches against Dallas. Breaking down the notable numbers behind the Rams’ 43-20 road loss to the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday: 6 Interceptions for the Cowboys’ DaRon Bland in his last six home games. Summary RAMS 3 6 8 3 — 20 …

Evaluating Cowboys’ offense is simple: Start with Mike McCarthy-Dak Prescott dynamic
1 year, 2 months ago

Evaluating Cowboys’ offense is simple: Start with Mike McCarthy-Dak Prescott dynamic

New York Times  

After shocking loss, the Mike McCarthy firing rumors have begun. There was no more guessing who gets the credit or the blame for the successes and failures of the offense between McCarthy, a longtime offensive mind and play caller in Green Bay, and Kellen Moore, the official offensive coordinator and play caller for McCarthy’s first three years as coach in …

49ers’ monstrous performance against Cowboys has defense looking like NFL’s best again
1 year, 2 months ago

49ers’ monstrous performance against Cowboys has defense looking like NFL’s best again

New York Times  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The fact that the Dallas Cowboys entered their Sunday night showdown touted as the NFL’s No. According to star linebacker Fred Warner, Wilks had a simple message early in the week: “You guys don’t know how good you can truly be.” Warner responded by leading the charge in an effort that might’ve at least offered a …

Cowboys’ offense miserably fails 49ers’ test: 10 points, 4 turnovers, 0 red zone trips
1 year, 2 months ago

Cowboys’ offense miserably fails 49ers’ test: 10 points, 4 turnovers, 0 red zone trips

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Monday Night Football featuring the Cowboys vs Chargers. SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Standing outside the Dallas Cowboys’ locker room at The Star last Thursday, CeeDee Lamb said their Sunday night matchup against the San Francisco 49ers was going to answer “a lot of questions” about the Cowboys’ offense. … We’ve got a lot of …

Sacks and takeaways keep flowing as the Micah Parsons-fueled Cowboys flourish in a fast start
1 year, 3 months ago

Sacks and takeaways keep flowing as the Micah Parsons-fueled Cowboys flourish in a fast start

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Micah Parsons zipped around a couple of his defensive linemen on a stunt and was on Zach Wilson before the New York Jets quarterback knew what hit him. The sacks and takeaways keep flowing for the Dallas Cowboys, the first team since the 1970s to lead the NFL in turnovers forced for two years in a row …

Dallas Cowboys’ preseason finale: 10 players we’re watching
1 year, 3 months ago

Dallas Cowboys’ preseason finale: 10 players we’re watching

New York Times  

The Dallas Cowboys conclude the preseason Saturday night against the Las Vegas Raiders at AT&T Stadium. GO DEEPER Cowboys position battles: Depth questions on defense, special teams remain uncertain OL Asim Richards The answer to the wildly difficult question of who is the Cowboys’ sixth-best offensive lineman may just be Asim Richards right now, which is both a credit to …

Cowboys score 33 points in 4th quarter, rout Colts 54-19
2 years ago

Cowboys score 33 points in 4th quarter, rout Colts 54-19

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Dallas safety Malik Hooker had no idea what he was starting with a fumble return for a touchdown early in the fourth quarter against his former team. “Sorry how it ended and everything, but I just wanted to come out here and prove that I’m still the player I was drafted to be and I feel like …

Cowboys poised for playoffs with history of failure hovering
2 years, 1 month ago

Cowboys poised for playoffs with history of failure hovering

Associated Press  

FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys have matched their 6-2 record from a season ago, when they won the NFC East, under more difficult circumstances this year given quarterback Dak Prescott’s thumb injury. A franchise with five Super Bowl titles hasn’t even reached the NFC championship game since the 1995 season and hasn’t made consecutive trips to the playoffs in …

Defense-first mentality keeps Cowboys afloat before break
2 years, 1 month ago

Defense-first mentality keeps Cowboys afloat before break

Associated Press  

FRISCO, Texas — Mike McCarthy and the Dallas Cowboys decided before the season that defense would define this team. Still, it made sense with a unit that included reigning NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year Micah Parsons, a veteran pass rushing partner in DeMarcus Lawrence and 2021 interceptions leader Trevon Diggs. Now that the defense has carried the Cowboys through …

Cowboys take ‘unthinkable’ 6-2 record, high hopes into bye
2 years, 1 month ago

Cowboys take ‘unthinkable’ 6-2 record, high hopes into bye

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Jerry Jones stood close to the same spot where seven weeks earlier the Dallas owner was addressing reporters after Dak Prescott fractured a thumb in a season-opening loss. Now there will be plenty of talk about whether the Cowboys are good enough to end a 27-year stretch without even reaching an NFC championship game since the franchise’s …

Cowboys lean on defense in Prescott’s return, top Lions 24-6
2 years, 1 month ago

Cowboys lean on defense in Prescott’s return, top Lions 24-6

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Dak Prescott made sure to remember what he watched during the five games the star quarterback missed with a fractured right thumb. “I’m just trying to play my role and make sure that I put this team in the best chance to win.” The Lions got a solid showing for three quarters from the NFL’s worst defense, …

As Lions’ defense finally clicks, offense badly fumbles chance to beat Cowboys
2 years, 2 months ago

As Lions’ defense finally clicks, offense badly fumbles chance to beat Cowboys

New York Times  

ARLINGTON, Texas — In a moment of unmistakable yet justifiable frustration, the headset went flying. “I’ve got to prove myself.” Williams’ turnover was one of five — yes, five — for Detroit Sunday afternoon. The sack fumbles were unfortunate but at that point in the game, trying to extend the play and take care of the ball either way, but …

Cowboys leaning more on D without Prescott as Eagles loom
2 years, 2 months ago

Cowboys leaning more on D without Prescott as Eagles loom

Associated Press  

FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas defense has done a little more each week during Cooper Rush’s four-game winning streak filling in for injured quarterback Dak Prescott. That’s because Dallas scored on a sack-fumble of Matthew Stafford three plays into the game, then sealed the victory with two fourth-quarter turnovers — an interception and another strip-sack. This time, Dallas finished with …

Backup QB Rush wins again as Cowboys beat Commanders 25-10
2 years, 2 months ago

Backup QB Rush wins again as Cowboys beat Commanders 25-10

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Cooper Rush scrambled to his right, scanning the end zone for a target on a potential go-ahead touchdown. Rush won again filling in for Prescott, throwing a scoring pass to Michael Gallup in the receiver’s 2022 debut as the Cowboys beat the Washington Commanders 25-10 on Sunday. It’s a team game, and it’s nice the defense having …

No rush: Caution with Dak yields Cowboys win with backup QB
3 years, 1 month ago

No rush: Caution with Dak yields Cowboys win with backup QB

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Dallas Cowboys took their decision on Dak Prescott all the way up to the last hours before the game, ultimately opting for a dose of midseason caution with his strained right calf muscle and keeping their franchise quarterback on the sideline. Rush’s first NFL start produced a statement win for the surging Cowboys, as the fifth-year backup …

Elliott, Cowboys run over top defense, beat Panthers 36-28
3 years, 2 months ago

Elliott, Cowboys run over top defense, beat Panthers 36-28

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Ezekiel Elliott and the Dallas Cowboys ran over the NFL’s No. Elliott carried 20 times for 143 yards in the two-time rushing champion’s first triple-digit game of the season, Dak Prescott threw four touchdown passes and the Cowboys beat the Panthers 36-28 on Sunday. They haven’t seen an offense like us this year.” Leading the Panthers in …

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