Steelers and Cowboys are hurting in different ways heading into prime-time showdown
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Steelers and Cowboys are hurting in different ways heading into prime-time showdown

Associated Press  

Dallas at Pittsburgh Sunday, 8:15 p.m. EDT, NBC BetMGM NFL Odds: Steelers by 2 Series record: Cowboys lead 17-16 Against the spread: Cowboys 2-2; Steelers 3-1 Last meeting: Steelers beat Cowboys 24-19 on Nov. 8, 2020. Lawrence is on injured reserve after also getting hurt against New York.. CB DaRon Bland is eligible to return, but won’t play yet, after having surgery for a stress fracture in his foot late in the preseason.. Steelers LB Alex Highsmith will miss his second straight game with a groin injury.. The Cowboys are last in the NFL at 75.3 yards rushing per game and 29th at 3.54 yards per carry.. Elliott needs 15 yards for 9,000.. All-Pro WR CeeDee Lamb is still looking for his first 100-yard game but has had at least 90 yards twice. Harris is averaging 3.0 yards per carry in the first half and 3.4 yards per carry overall, the worst mark of his career.. Pittsburgh’s defense is smarting after getting gashed early by the Colts. Pittsburgh had allowed an average of 71 yards on the ground over its first three games.. Steelers LB T.J. Watt was held without a sack for the first time this season against the Colts.

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Cowboys beat Tampa Bay 26-24 as Baker Mayfield and the Bucs lose control of their playoff fate
10 hours, 29 minutes ago

Cowboys beat Tampa Bay 26-24 as Baker Mayfield and the Bucs lose control of their playoff fate

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Cooper Rush threw for a touchdown, Brandon Aubrey kicked two 58-yarders among four field goals and the Dallas Cowboys beat Tampa Bay 26-24 on Sunday night, costing Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers control of their playoff fate. The end of a four-game winning streak left the Bucs even with Atlanta atop the NFC South with two games …

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 …

First-place Steelers, Eagles meet in battle of Keystone State that is potential Super Bowl preview
1 week, 3 days ago

First-place Steelers, Eagles meet in battle of Keystone State that is potential Super Bowl preview

Associated Press  

Pittsburgh at Philadelphia Sunday, 4:25 p.m., FOX BetMGM NFL odds: Eagles by 4 1/2 Against the spread: Pittsburgh 10-3; Philadelphia 8-5 Series record: Eagles lead 48-29-3. Last meeting: On Oct. 30, 2022 in Philadelphia, Jalen Hurts passed for 285 yards and four touchdowns to lead the Eagles to a 35-13 win. Brown was targeted just four times in last week’s …

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 …

Cowboys run game, defense shine in first home win of season vs. Giants: Key takeaways
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Cowboys run game, defense shine in first home win of season vs. Giants: Key takeaways

New York Times  

By Jon Machota, Saad Yousuf, Charlotte Carroll and Cale Clinton The Dallas Cowboys rode a standout defensive performance and Rico Dowdle’s first career 100-yard rushing game to a 27-20 win over the New York Giants on Thanksgiving. After a 13-play, 70-yard opening drive touchdown led to the Giants’ first first-quarter touchdown since Week 3, just two of New York’s next …

Cowboys set for Thanksgiving visit from Giants after ending 5-game losing streak
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Cowboys set for Thanksgiving visit from Giants after ending 5-game losing streak

Associated Press  

New York Giants at Dallas Thursday, 4:30 p.m. EST, Fox BetMGM NFL Odds: Cowboys by 4. Daboll said it was uncertain whether DeVito would play and that Drew Lock would get extra reps in practice just in case.. OLB Azeez Ojulari, who has six sacks and 10 QB hits, was placed on injured reserve with a toe injury.. LT Jermaine …

Believe it or not, Cowboys might have hope yet after chaotic win at Washington
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Believe it or not, Cowboys might have hope yet after chaotic win at Washington

Associated Press  

FRISCO, Texas — A rare win as a double-digit underdog came just in time to let the Dallas Cowboys believe their playoff hopes aren’t completely gone in 2024. Cooper Rush probably will need three more victories in a row filling in for the injured Dak Prescott for any postseason talk to be realistic. Dallas will have to remember it did …

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 …

Cowboys' Passing Struggles as Prescott's Picks Mount Up
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Cowboys' Passing Struggles as Prescott's Picks Mount Up

Associated Press  

The Dallas Cowboys and Atlanta Falcons clash in a pivotal NFC South showdown. Dak Prescott's struggles with interceptions continue, as he has committed multiple turnovers in three consecutive games. The Cowboys' offense, led by Ezekiel Elliott and CeeDee Lamb, has struggled to find its rhythm, while the Falcons' defense remains a force, led by Jessie Bates's interceptions and forced fumbles. …

Pittsburgh Steelers overcome New York Giants for third straight win
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pittsburgh Steelers overcome New York Giants for third straight win

The Independent  

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Cowboys and 49ers Battle for Rebounds in Crucial Game
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Cowboys and 49ers Battle for Rebounds in Crucial Game

Associated Press  

The Dallas Cowboys and the San Francisco 49ers are both looking to bounce back after disappointing losses in their last games. The Cowboys are facing a tough task with their depleted offensive line, but they have a strong defense that can keep the 49ers off the scoreboard. The 49ers, on the other hand, are without their injured star wide receiver …

Steelers Seek Home Dominance as Giants Visit Acrisure Stadium
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Steelers Seek Home Dominance as Giants Visit Acrisure Stadium

Associated Press  

The Steelers look to keep their Monday night home dominance going against the reeling Giants in a crucial AFC clash. The Giants, who have struggled to protect Daniel Jones, will need to slow down Najee Harris and Dexter Lawrence to keep their offense afloat. The Steelers' defense, led by T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith, will be looking to generate pressure …

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones ‘not considering’ coaching change after Week 6 blowout loss
2 months, 1 week ago

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones ‘not considering’ coaching change after Week 6 blowout loss

New York Times  

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones called Sunday’ 47-9 loss to the Detroit Lions “very concerning.” That doesn’t mean he’s ready to discuss major changes, though. He responded, “I’m not considering that.” When asked earlier about personnel and coaching changes, Jones said, “I’m not ready to talk about changes right now.” Jones has traditionally not fired coaches during the season with …

Dak Prescott throws 2 TD passes and Cowboys win 7th straight over Giants, 20-15
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Dak Prescott throws 2 TD passes and Cowboys win 7th straight over Giants, 20-15

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — There was a sense of relief in a somewhat subdued Dallas Cowboys locker room after a hard-fought victory over the New York Giants. Dak Prescott threw one of his two touchdown passes to CeeDee Lamb and the Cowboys beat the Giants for the seventh straight time and 14th in 15 games. “I lost my first two …

Cowboys face Giants on Thursday, looking for their 7th straight win against their rival
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Cowboys face Giants on Thursday, looking for their 7th straight win against their rival

Associated Press  

Dallas at N.Y. Giants Thursday, 8:15 p.m. EDT, Amazon Prime Video. Cowboys player to watch DE Micah Parsons is without a sack in consecutive games as the Dallas pass rush has disappeared since a disruptive opener. 6 overall draft pick has 23 receptions for 271 yards and three touchdowns, making him the first player in NFL history with 20-plus catches …

The Steelers want to dominate on the ground, but one element is still missing
2 months, 4 weeks ago

The Steelers want to dominate on the ground, but one element is still missing

New York Times  

PITTSBURGH — As the Pittsburgh Steelers offense trotted onto the field Sunday at Acrisure Stadium with a 10-point lead and just under five minutes remaining on the clock, running back Najee Harris had a message in the huddle. I know I do, so y’all boys lead the way.’” To that point, the Los Angeles Chargers’ stingy defense had limited Pittsburgh …

Ravens take rare 0-2 start into Dallas with Cowboys coming off blowout loss at home
3 months ago

Ravens take rare 0-2 start into Dallas with Cowboys coming off blowout loss at home

Associated Press  

Baltimore at Dallas Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EDT, Fox. Key injuries CB Nate Wiggins, the Ravens’ rookie first-round draft pick, didn’t practice to start the week after missing the loss to the Raiders because of a neck injury sustained in a car wreck.. LB Adisa Isaac, a rookie third-round choice, could be in line for his NFL debut. Isaac missed the …

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 …

The Cowboys aren’t chasing Philly anymore in the NFC East. Their fate is finally in their hands
11 months, 2 weeks ago

The Cowboys aren’t chasing Philly anymore in the NFC East. Their fate is finally in their hands

Associated Press  

FRISCO, Texas — Jayron Kearse and the Dallas Cowboys chased Philadelphia for two months in the NFC East, needing help to take the division title from the Eagles. If Dallas wins at last-place Washington on Sunday, the Cowboys keep Philadelphia from becoming the first repeat winner in the NFC East since the Eagles won four in a row from 2001-04. …

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 …

Cowboys vs. Bills roundtable: Strengths, challenges, WR matchups and league-leading QBs
1 year ago

Cowboys vs. Bills roundtable: Strengths, challenges, WR matchups and league-leading QBs

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Cowboys vs. Bills It feels like the 1990s again. The Athletic’s Cowboys writer Jon Machota and Bills writer Joe Buscaglia break it down in this roundtable. Of course, the Bills defense will need to help slow down the high-powered Cowboys passing attack, but if they’re going to win on Sunday, Allen will likely need …

Dallas Cowboys beat Philadelphia Eagles to draw level in NFC East
1 year ago

Dallas Cowboys beat Philadelphia Eagles to draw level in NFC East

The Independent  

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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 …

What we learned in NFL Week 14: The Cowboys make a statement, frustrations bubbling over in K.C. and more
1 year ago

What we learned in NFL Week 14: The Cowboys make a statement, frustrations bubbling over in K.C. and more

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Cowboys vs. Bills It might be time to start taking the Dallas Cowboys seriously as Super Bowl contenders. Dallas didn’t have a signature win, not yet at least, that told you the Cowboys were ready to do something different come January — and make a playoff run. NFC playoff picture Team Overall 1 49ers …

Cowboys’ Dak Prescott bolsters MVP case with 3 TDs in thrilling win over Seahawks
1 year ago

Cowboys’ Dak Prescott bolsters MVP case with 3 TDs in thrilling win over Seahawks

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Cowboys vs. Bills By Jon Machota, Saad Yousuf and Michael-Shawn Dugar Dak Prescott threw for nearly 300 yards and three scores as the Dallas Cowboys defeated the Seattle Seahawks 41-35 Thursday night at AT&T Stadium. — Jon Machota, Cowboys beat writer Dallas offense clicking The Cowboys offense was borderline unstoppable on Thursday, with Dallas …

Cowboys face Seahawks with 13-game home winning streak on the line, and Eagles around the corner
1 year ago

Cowboys face Seahawks with 13-game home winning streak on the line, and Eagles around the corner

News 18  

ARLINGTON, Texas: Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys have one more game before a highly anticipated NFC East rematch. This time, it’s an opponent with a winning record as the Seattle Seahawks visit Thursday night before the Cowboys get a little break in anticipation of the Philadelphia Eagles coming to town Dec. 10. Let’s get him really healthy, a whole …

Five reasons (beyond the obvious) Cowboys trending up: DBs coach, Dan Quinn and Osa
1 year ago

Five reasons (beyond the obvious) Cowboys trending up: DBs coach, Dan Quinn and Osa

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of the Dallas Cowboys vs. Seattle Seahawks on Thursday Night Football Since the Dallas Cowboys got blown out by the San Francisco 49ers on Oct. 8, they’ve put together an encouraging set of performances. None of the five Cowboys’ wins since that loss have come against teams that would be in the playoffs if the …

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 …

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 vs. Cowboys matchups: How to watch, start time and prediction
1 year, 1 month ago

Rams vs. Cowboys matchups: How to watch, start time and prediction

LA Times  

The Rams’ Michael Hoecht sacked Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett twice last week. Last season Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott was sidelined because of an injury and sat out the victory over the Rams. Running back Tony Pollard has 25 catches, and receivers Michael Gallup and Brandin Cooks and tight end Jake Ferguson are other weapons. Edge rusher Michael Hoecht had two …

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 …

49ers dominate Cowboys behind stifling defense, career day from George Kittle: What went wrong for Dallas
1 year, 2 months ago

49ers dominate Cowboys behind stifling defense, career day from George Kittle: What went wrong for Dallas

New York Times  

By David Lombardi, Jon Machota, Matt Barrows and Saad Yousuf The San Francisco 49ers routed the Dallas Cowboys 42-10 on Sunday night to improve to 5-0. Warner set the tone for a 49ers defense that may have dozed at times in last week’s win over the Cardinals, but was wide awake and ferocious early against the Cowboys. — Matt Barrows, …

Cowboys score twice on defense in 38-3 blowout of Patriots, Belichick’s worst loss
1 year, 2 months ago

Cowboys score twice on defense in 38-3 blowout of Patriots, Belichick’s worst loss

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Dak Prescott is getting used to sitting back and watching the Dallas defense do its thing. DaRon Bland returned one of his two interceptions for a touchdown, Leighton Vander Esch scooped up a fumble for a score and the Cowboys blew out the New England Patriots 38-3 on Sunday. Mac Jones was responsible for all three turnovers …

Cowboys set for Jets, apparently without Rodgers, after dismantling of Daniel Jones’ Giants
1 year, 3 months ago

Cowboys set for Jets, apparently without Rodgers, after dismantling of Daniel Jones’ Giants

Associated Press  

FRISCO, Texas — Micah Parsons and crew sacked Daniel Jones seven times in the most-lopsided shutout victory in the history of the Dallas Cowboys. The Cowboys got their first two touchdowns of the season without their offense, which is to say the debut of fourth-year coach Mike McCarthy as Dak Prescott’s play-caller turned into an afterthought. The four-time MVP spoiled …

Cowboys pummel Giants, 40-0, intercepting QB Daniel Jones twice as disgusted New York fans retreat from rainy MetLife Stadium at the half while Dallas ignites Super Bowl chatter
1 year, 3 months ago

Cowboys pummel Giants, 40-0, intercepting QB Daniel Jones twice as disgusted New York fans retreat from rainy MetLife Stadium at the half while Dallas ignites Super Bowl chatter

Daily Mail  

Giants QB Daniel Jones was intercepted twice & sacked as many as seven times! Giants fans were seen leaving at halftime with the Cowboys leading 26-0 The first Sunday Night Football game of the season served as a warning to the other 30 NFL teams: the Dallas Cowboys are Super Bowl contenders, while the New York Giants are stuck in …

Dallas Cowboys’ dreadful performance fuels fan base’s doubts entering playoffs
1 year, 11 months ago

Dallas Cowboys’ dreadful performance fuels fan base’s doubts entering playoffs

New York Times  

This 2022 Cowboys story has yet to be written. GO DEEPER Cowboys end regular season with their worst performance before wild-card matchup vs. Bucs Dallas’ performance Sunday in Washington was dreadful. The Cowboys had a chance to feel confident that they aren’t the same team from Week 1, so when Tampa Bay takes the field a week from tonight, there …

Three games, 1 playoff spot: How the Steelers’ season ended, minute by minute
1 year, 11 months ago

Three games, 1 playoff spot: How the Steelers’ season ended, minute by minute

New York Times  

PITTSBURGH — As fullback Derek Watt plunged into the end zone to seal the Steelers’ 28-14 victory over the Browns, virtually every Pittsburgh player pivoted to face the scoreboard. Kaboly: Steelers coming up short of playoffs might be a blessing in disguise – The Athletic https://t.co/QAEjVj62JB — Mark Kaboly January 9, 2023 Here’s a minute-by-minute look back at how three …

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, Vikings, Bills win on Thanksgiving
2 years ago

Cowboys, Vikings, Bills win on Thanksgiving

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Dak Prescott threw two touchdown passes to tight end Dalton Schultz, Ezekiel Elliott ran for a score and the Dallas Cowboys beat the New York Giants 28-20 on Thanksgiving Day. Saquon Barkley was held to 39 yards rushing with a 1-yard TD behind a makeshift offensive line missing three starters because of injury in the third loss …

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, …

Cowboys preparing for another start from Rush against Eagles
2 years, 2 months ago

Cowboys preparing for another start from Rush against Eagles

Associated Press  

FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys are preparing for another start from quarterback Cooper Rush in an NFC East showdown with undefeated Philadelphia as Dak Prescott’s recovery from a broken right thumb continues. McCarthy has said he wanted Prescott to get a full week of practice before playing, and he indicated Wednesday’s activity didn’t count toward that. We’ll start working …

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 …

Rams vs. Dallas Cowboys: Betting odds, lines and picks against the spread
2 years, 2 months ago

Rams vs. Dallas Cowboys: Betting odds, lines and picks against the spread

LA Times  

The up-and-down nature of the NFL is always a fascinating thing, especially when there are two teams in the same city. Dallas Cowboys at Rams Lookahead lines prior to Week 4 had the Rams more like a touchdown favorite, but the Cowboys continued to impress with Cooper Rush in place of Dak Prescott and the Rams laid a giant egg …

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 …

Cowboys woeful stretch against AFC West, still top NFC East
3 years ago

Cowboys woeful stretch against AFC West, still top NFC East

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys struggled through a November trip through the AFC West that took plenty of luster off their incredible start, even as they still control the NFC East. “That certainly a home game we all hoped that before we got on the road that we could win this game,” Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said. Right way …

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