Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images What chance do you give the Cowboys of winning the NFC East? The Cowboys seem to be flying under the radar right now, even though they are likely to be right in the thick of things when the NFC East divisional race officially kicks off later this year. With that in mind, here are three reasons why they will win the division in Brian Schottenheimer’s first year as head coach. George Pickens unlocks Cowboys passing attack We’re not even two full years removed from Dak Prescott finishing second in MVP voting. Brian Schottenheimer was the offensive coordinator that year, too, so he knows what it looks like when Prescott is firing on all cylinders. Now, Prescott is healthy and back under center in Dallas. Not only that, but star receiver CeeDee Lamb is now being flanked by George Pickens, who has done nothing but turn heads consistently in minicamp and OTA’s. His elite vertical threat should open up much more underneath for Lamb and others, like Jake Ferguson and Jalen Tolbert. If Pickens does indeed have that kind of impact, and with Schottenheimer keeping the bones of the offense from that electric 2023 season, it wouldn’t be a total surprise to see the Cowboys put up one of their best passing attacks in franchise history. They certainly have the talent for it, provided everyone plays up to their potential. If that happens, the Cowboys could ride that wave all the way to a division title. Defense clicks under Matt Eberflus Matt Eberflus is back in Dallas, this time as the defensive coordinator, and his track record precedes him. While his tenure as the Bears head coach was, shall we say, not a rousing success, Chicago never lacked for great defense under his watch. The same goes for the Colts when Eberflus was there. Now, Eberflus gets to work with Micah Parsons, Osa Odighizuwa, DaRon Bland, and – eventually – both Trevon Diggs and DeMarvion Overshown. This bunch flashed in Mike Zimmer’s creative, yet complex, system last year but never really gelled as an overall unit. Eberflus’ more simplistic scheme seems to fit everyone much more comfortably. If that’s the case, this defense could get back to the way it was when Dan Quinn was in town. That is to say lots of sacks and takeaways, two things Eberflus prioritizes. That worked wonders in the Quinn years, with three consecutive 12-win seasons and two division titles, and it could turn out very similarly in 2025. Toughest opponents take a step back The Cowboys draw a really tough six-game stretch towards the end of the season, wherein they’ll face off against the Eagles, Chiefs, Lions, Vikings, Chargers, and Commanders. Many expect the Cowboys to be underdogs in each one of those games, but there’s a decent chance at least one of them ends up not being that tough. The Cowboys are plenty familiar with the Eagles and Commanders, of course. The Lions may have crushed Dallas last year, but they were 0-2 against the Cowboys in the Dan Campbell era before that, and have now lost both their coordinators to head coaching jobs. The Vikings are now entering the J.J. McCarthy era, postponed a season when the quarterback tore his meniscus in the preseason opener. Between the rehab and having never seen McCarthy play in the NFL, it’s fair to wonder if the Vikings will be any good. The Chargers, on the other hand, still lack playmakers on offense and moved on from Joey Bosa on defense. Of course, none of these teams will be easy wins, but it shouldn’t be a complete shock if at least a few of these six games ends up not being the auto-loss that so many seem to anticipate right now.

Photo by M. Anthony Nesmith/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Hopefully Donovan Ezeiruaku has his rookie deal taken care of soon. The Dallas Cowboys have taken care of a lot of business this offseason. They had a productive draft, which was very important since they rely heavily on draft picks. Also, they shocked everyone by trading for wide receiver George Pickens. However, there is one piece of bookkeeping that’s unresolved, and that’s the rookie deal of edge rusher Donovan Ezeiruaku who was taken in the second round. As things currently stand, he’s the only member of the Cowboys draft class that remains unsigned. Despite this, Ezeiruaku has been present for all of the OTAs and minicamp practices. On top of that, he’s already bonding with All-Pro Micah Parsons. Ezeiruaku was asked about his rookie deal. The former Boston College Eagle isn’t phased at all that he hasn’t put pen to paper yet. I’m here doing what I have to do every single day. That’s between the organization and my agent. I have full faith that they’re gonna get that done. When it’s ready, it’ll be ready and I’ll sign that piece of paper. This year is a unique one when it comes to second-round picks. Only wide receiver Jayden Higgins of the Houston Texans and linebacker Carson Schwesinger of the Cleveland Browns have signed their rookie deals as second-rounders. That’s because both got fully guaranteed contracts. So, it’s simply going to take a little longer with agents wanting to get their clients the most money and the teams resisting. Right now, players are just in shorts and jerseys and there’s no tackling, making it hard to get any real analysis of fieldwork. These are critical sessions nonetheless, especially for rookies, and the fact that Ezeiruaku is still able to be present for everything without his deal shows that the kid just wants to play football. Although it’s in a limited fashion, Ezeiruaku is already making an impression according to Cowboys’ head coach Brian Schottenheimer. He’s doin really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really great. You can’t watch the guy and not get excited just watching him do the things that we’re doing out there on the grass, the things that we saw coming out of Boston College. And then the work ethic is elite. Ezeiruaku won’t be asked to shoulder any huge load with guys like Parsons, Dante Fowler, Sam Williams, and Marshawn Kneeland on the roster. However, the natural skills of Ezeiruaku when it comes to getting to the quarterback give him a shot to make an impact as a situational pass rusher in his first year as he develops.

Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports We’re counting down to the season opener (Day 81) with some Cowboys history We’re counting down the days until the Dallas Cowboys battle the Philadelphia Eagles in the season opener of the 2025 NFL season. To pass the time and mark the days, we running through 100 Days of Cowboys. So sit back and enjoy some Cowboys history while we countdown to football. Today – number 81. Amari Cooper Born: June 17, 1994. Miami, FloridaPosition: Wide receiver Dallas Cowboys: 2018–2021Awards: Pro Bowl– 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2023 Amari Cooper has now played 16 games with the Dallas Cowboys (including playoffs): 98 catches; 1,408 yards; 12 TDs pic.twitter.com/TNe8isabNT — Jon Machota (@jonmachota) October 9, 2019 Amari Cooper played wide receiver for the Dallas Cowboys from 2018 to 2021 after being acquired in a midseason trade from the Oakland Raiders when the “wide receiver by committee” approach by Jason Garrett failed. His arrival immediately transformed the Cowboys’ offense, providing quarterback Dak Prescott with a true number one target, and boy was he a target. Cooper brought elite route-running, quickness, and reliable hands, helping lead Dallas to the playoffs in his first year with the team, something that surprised everyone since the offense was struggling until his arrival. During his four years in Dallas, he registered three 1,000-yard seasons and played a key role in revitalizing the passing game under head coaches Jason Garrett and Mike McCarthy. When Dallas drafted CeeDee Lamb in 2020, it was Cooper that was quick to help Lamb learn the intricacies of route running and the pair were spotted often talking routes and concepts. One year ago, @AmariCooper9 was traded to the Cowboys. He’s done nothing but cook CBs in Dallas (via @NFL pic.twitter.com/6dnNp86SiE — ESPN (@espn) October 22, 2019 Cooper would later be traded to the Cleveland Browns for a fifth round pick. This didn’t just infuriate fans because of such a low-value pick, but also due to the fact that Cooper was a fan favorite for saving the offense during his time in Dallas. The trade to Cleveland and low-value pick exchange was partly because of his contract, but also because of behind-the-scenes locker room issues according to sources. Cooper left Dallas with career highs and racked up 3,893 receiving yards, 69.5 yards per game, 192 first downs, and 27 touchdowns. Dallas would be his most productive time playing in the NFL, and some fans even wanted to bring him back for the 2025 season. I still can’t believe the #Cowboys traded Amari Cooper for a fifth-round pick. I’ll never get over it.https://t.co/EYNqvOF82Y — Marcus Mosher (@Marcus_Mosher) June 2, 2025 Best known for:Cooper was best known for his precise route-running and clutch performances, most notably a three-touchdown, 217-yard game against the Eagles in 2018 that helped solidify the Cowboys’ playoff push. #Cowboys rookie LB Micah Parsons called out Amari Cooper to a chess match. They played today. Cooper won. Parsons was left speechless. Ouch. pic.twitter.com/SfAwWZ6DoU — Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) June 8, 2021 Lesser known fact:Despite being soft-spoken and reserved off the field, Cooper is an avid chess player and often credited the game with helping sharpen his mental focus and decision-making as a wide receiver. He would often duel Cowboys players in the locker room and prove his mental agility by consistently being impossible to defeat.

Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images This past week was a positive one for the Cowboys. And on to training camp we go. With organized team activities (OTAs) and all minicamp practices in the books, the Dallas Cowboys won’t meet up on the field again until they report to Oxnard, California for training camp in the latter part of July. Thus far everything we’ve heard coming out of practices is encouraging, from the new coaching staff to the roster they’ve managed to put together. The only negative seems to be Micah Parsons’ ongoing contract negotiations, which will hopefully come to an end sometime soon. Today, we’re sharing some of the takeaways from OTAs and minicamp for the Cowboys. Brian Schottenheimer’s culture creating renewed energy One thing we continuously keep hearing throughout OTAs and minicamp is the energy level is at an all-time high due to the culture Brian Schottenheimer has created in Dallas. Whether it’s the friendly competition inside the locker room playing a game of ping-pong or on the practice field, players are buying into this culture and basking in the positivity. We can only hope this renewed energy continues moving forward. Micah Parsons shows up amidst contract negotiations Frustration could possibly be mounting for Micah Parsons with his contract negotiations still ongoing seeing as it has the potential to turn into something ugly, but to his credit he showed up to Dallas’ mandatory minicamp in spite of it all. The situation will continue to be one of the top storylines until it isn’t. Hopefully this all gets resolved sooner or later, but Parsons showing up is at the very least a good sign he’s taking his leadership role seriously. George Pickens, Kaiir Elam fitting in nicely If MVP awards were handed out in OTAs and minicamp, George Pickens would receive the nomination on the offensive side of the ball and Kaiir Elam for the defense. It doesn’t matter these two are the new kids on the block after arriving via trade, both of them have been the talk of offseason practices thus far and both look like they could be impact players for the Cowboys in 2025. Hopefully they can continue to build on this and carry it into the season. RBs will be more involved in the passing game If OTAs and minicamp is any indication, Brian Schottenheimer’s offense will have the running backs much more involved in the passing game than they have in years past under Mike McCarthy. It still remains to be seen how the RB rotation will work out for the Cowboys this season, but their receiving ability should make the passing game much more diverse and has the potential to give opposing defenses nightmares. Brevyn Spann-Ford gets look with starters It may be nothing, but after an impressive offseason and OTAs, second-year TE Brevyn Spann-Ford received some reps with the starters in minicamp before ultimately rotating with the second- and third-team offense. Word is he looks bigger and stronger. Getting work with the starters indicates he could play an expanded role in 2025 after playing in all 17 games last year as a rookie. This could be important with Jake Ferguson entering a contract year.

Chris Jones-Imagn Images Your Sunday morning Cowboys news. Tyler Booker grateful, all set for Cowboys’ training camp: ‘I’m not gonna hold the offense back’ – Patrik Walker, DallasCowboys.com The Cowboys first-round pick is getting ready. Having now worked through rookie minicamp, OTAs and mandatory minicamp, Booker has been a sponge for information, insight and coaching. “I couldn’t ask for a better room of vets,” said the two-time All-SEC guard out of Alabama. “Like, we’re a younger room, but there’s still a lot of experience within there, so they can relate to what it’s like to be a rookie. Even guys like [Guyton], he’s helped me out a lot — T. Steele, Brock [Hoffman], everybody, literally everybody [including Cooper Beebe]. “I just really appreciate all their guidance along the way, and they’ve definitely made this process easier for me. […] “We’re building great chemistry,” Booker said of the offensive line. “And like I said earlier, I like having guys with experience right next to me. If I ever have a question right before the snap, they’re able to help me out and lead me in the right direction.” But as is often the case with those who seek to be great, Booker doesn’t want to always rely so much on those around him, which isn’t to say he never wants to, but instead that there comes a time and place when he should have a clear understanding of how to dominate on the field with only minor tweaks being needed here and there; and less and less coaching of the basics at the NFL level. “I’m trying to make sure that doesn’t become a habit, you know what I mean?” he said. “I’m very prideful about knowing the offense, and I want to make sure that I’m not holding this run back, by any means. So I’m definitely [working] a lot to make sure I’m not gonna hold the offense back.” What has Dak Prescott ‘super excited’ about the Cowboys’ offense? – Jon Machota, The Athletic It’s not just George Pickens. Pickens was Dallas’ biggest offseason move. Even though players weren’t in pads for minicamp, it’s easy to see how dynamic the former Steelers wide receiver is, especially when lined up with All-Pro CeeDee Lamb. “The guy, he’s been great, he’s been phenomenal. He’s a guy that loves football, loves his teammates. He’s been excited every day that he’s been here. He’s been early. So, no concerns on the personal matters of GP and anything about it. Just super excited that he’s on our team. He’s one of us. He’s a brother, and it’s just about continuing to grow and make sure we’re putting the best out there. That’s his approach.” While there are questions about the running back position, which can’t be answered in a minicamp setting, there should be no questions about the potential of the passing game. The combination of Lamb, Pickens, Ferguson, Jalen Tolbert, KaVontae Turpin and Jonathan Mingo gives Prescott an impressive arsenal of weapons that should cause plenty of problems for opposing defensive backs. This is the time of year when almost every NFL player and coach is going to be optimistic about the upcoming season. They’ve all made changes that they think will improve their team. Dallas is no different. Prescott has always been an optimist, so it will be no surprise if he feels good about the Cowboys when they begin training camp in late July. “I’m super excited,” he said. “We’ve made some changes, personnel and the scheme, that will just come with it. I think (Brian Schottenheimer) has done a good job this minicamp of putting guys in the right places, putting guys in space and allowing guys to see how he’s going to use them.” Highest-graded receivers by route type from the 2024 NFL season – Lauren Gray, PFF PFF has George Pickens as the highest-graded wideout on go routes last season, but CeeDee Lamb is no slouch either. Go (min. 10 Targets) George Pickens, Pittsburgh Steelers (95.6)Terry McLaurin, Washington Commanders (94.6)CeeDee Lamb, Dallas Cowboys (94.1) If quarterbacks are looking for George Pickens, they are likely going deep on a go route. He led the league with 19 go-route targets last season and was targeted at a 26.0% clip, the highest on his route tree. He was the only receiver to record double-digit catches from go routes, securing 10 passes for 352 yards and a touchdown. Pickens logged 36% of his receiving yardage (987 yards) on go routes last season, with each catch gaining 20-plus yards. Pickens is one of the most dangerous receivers on go routes. The newly acquired Cowboy leads the league with 48 go-route targets across the past three seasons and has 23 catches for 822 yards and three touchdowns on such plays, leading to a 97.1 PFF receiving grade on those plays (second best). 6 reasons Cowboys 1st-round pick should pay immediate dividends – Ali Jawad, Cowboys Wire Why first-round pick will offer instant return on investment. While college accolades don’t translate to success at the next level, they speak to a player’s impact and dominance at his prior level of competition. Booker emerged over his three seasons in Tuscaloosa, playing in 38 games, and was twice named First-Team All-SEC (2023, 2024), a First-Team All-American in 2024, and one recognition that any player would be most proud of, which was being named a team captain in his final season. Booker didn’t carry the hype of a top-10 pick, but his tape shows a player built for Sundays. At Alabama, he routinely matched up against NFL-caliber talent and held his ground, both literally and figuratively. He has the thick, sturdy frame needed to anchor against bull rushers, but also the balance and footwork to mirror in space. Booker’s hand usage should be advanced for a rookie, and his awareness in pass protection, especially against stunts and blitz pickups, stood out in college. He plays with a noticeable edge, finishing blocks and setting a tone up front.

Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Matt Eberflus’ return to Dallas involved a variety of factors, including Dak Prescott. The quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys is a gravitational figure. Whoever it may be, as long as there’s some success on the field, it opens up the door for commercials, public speaking events, and other avenues off the field. When someone like Dak Prescott is the quarterback, he not only has the ability to attract players around him, but coaches enjoy being near him as well. Defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus spoke with Ed Werder and Matt Mosley of The Doomsday Podcast and noted that returning to Dallas was a good fit for several reasons, with Prescott being one of them. #Cowboys DC Matt Eberflus said his familiarity with the Jones family and home like feel led him back to Dallas. Another surprising reason why he chose to come back?—Dak Prescott. “I know what’s inside his heart, what kind of man he is, what kind of leader he is.” https://t.co/eMnz42YgDW pic.twitter.com/LAWnzJDtrE — Brandon Loree (@Brandoniswrite) June 13, 2025 As Eberflus mentioned, he was in Dallas when they drafted Prescott as a rookie. He was the team’s linebackers coach then and spent just a few seasons with him before leaving to be the Indianapolis Colts defensive coordinator. The quarterback position is the linchpin of an entire franchise. Having the right player can simplify things overall, including on defense. Just look at the struggles with the New York Giants and Daniel Jones or Anthony Richardson and the Colts. When the quarterback is prone to costly turnovers, it keeps the defense on their heels for the entire game. Eberflus knows that all too well after spending his two and a half seasons with the Bears in Chicago. Justin Fields was far from a perfect quarterback, and Caleb Williams brought a ton of promise as a rookie, but never showed the same confidence that made him the No. 1 overall pick. Not to mention the distractions that could have been happening behind the scenes. The situation Eberflus returns to in Dallas is different from when he left. The veteran leaders he had on defense in 2016 are long gone. New leaders like Micah Parsons and Osa Odighizuwa have emerged, and the rookie class has a few promising players. It’s a canvas that may have some elements outlined, but having a quarterback like Prescott can help ease the pressure and allow Eberflus to focus on what he does best—shaping this defense in his image.

Chris Jones-Imagn Images Cowboys fans have really come around on Brian Schottenheimer. Back in January of this year, when the Dallas Cowboys needed a new head coach after Mike McCarthy’s departure, fans had their own favorites for the job. Suffice it to say, very few fans had Brian Schottenheimer at the top of their list. When Jerry Jones decided that the Cowboys offensive coordinator was the man for the job, there was a tremendous negative backlash from the fanbase. Many thought the Jones family was just going cheap because Schottenheimer would be a first-time head coach. Others thought Jerry was just hiring a puppet, someone who would carry out his wishes. In general, it was a time when most thought – what are the Cowboys doing? Fast forward roughly six months, and the feeling is very different. Schottenheimer came in and immediately sounded like a head coach. His first press conference was a little bit of an eye-opener for the fans as we heard a confident and somewhat inspirational coach speaking. He followed that up by bonding with the players and putting his own stamp on the culture. That was fine, but what has really moved the needle are the moves the Cowboys have made since his hire. The roster of assistant coaches he put together looks extremely promising. The Cowboys also made more roster acquisitions through free agency and trades, and by all accounts had a strong draft. The Cowboys under Schottenheimer, seem, dare I say, competent. The head coach seems to have a plan that is being executed, and he seems to have the full buy-in of the players. And maybe the fans, too. We asked you to grade the job Schottenheimer has done since his appointment as head coach. 88% of respondents gave him either an ‘a’ or ‘b’ grade. That’s high praise. Obviously none of this will matter once the games begin. That is when we will measure the true impact of Schottenheimer as head coach. Right now, the oddsmakers are still not believers. FanDuel has the Cowboys at +480 to win the NFC East, far behind the Eagles and the Commanders. Schottenheimer has a lot of work to do to bring the Cowboys back to where they are contenders, but his start seems promising. For more NFL bets, visit our partners at FanDuel.

Photo by Focus On Sport/Getty Images We’re counting down to the season opener (Day 82) with some Cowboys history We’re counting down the days until the Dallas Cowboys battle the Philadelphia Eagles in the season opener of the 2025 NFL season. To pass the time and mark the days, we’re running through 100 Days of Cowboys. So sit back and enjoy some Cowboys history while we countdown to football. Today – number 82. Walt Garrison Born: July 23, 1944. Denton, TexasPosition: FullbackDallas Cowboys: 1966-1974Awards: Super Bowl champion- VIPro Bowl– 1972Dallas Cowboys 25th Anniversary Team Photo by Focus On Sport/Getty Images Walt Garrison played fullback for the Dallas Cowboys from 1966 to 1974 after being drafted in the fifth round out of Oklahoma State. Initially drafted to be the team’s kickoff returner, the coaches soon wanted to tap into his running potential after Don Perkins’ retirement. Known for his toughness, grit, and cowboy persona, Garrison became a fan favorite and a symbol of the hard-nosed style of football that defined the Cowboys of the late 1960s and early ’70s. He was a punishing blocker, dependable runner, and sure-handed receiver out of the backfield. Garrison helped the Cowboys win Super Bowl VI and was named to the Pro Bowl in 1972. He finished his career with 3,886 yards rushing and 1,794 yards receiving. His total rushing yards is still ninth-most in Cowboys history to this day, 50 years after not playing a snap. No. 100: There’s all types of people in the world. And @DallasCowboys fullback Walt Garrison was one of a kind. : #NFL100 Greatest Characters on @NFLNetwork pic.twitter.com/ipvpDQTRXL — NFL (@NFL) October 12, 2019 Sadly, Garrison died in October, 2023, at the age of 79. He was a true Cowboy to the very end in more ways than one, and social media was flooded when his passing was announced from fans, players and coaches. Walt Garrison, Super Bowl champion running back with Cowboys, dies at age 79https://t.co/c63eYoRtsI pic.twitter.com/EX2zA4y3xH — Around The NFL (@AroundTheNFL) October 12, 2023 Best known for:Garrison was best known for his physical, no-nonsense playing style and for being one of the toughest fullbacks in Cowboys history, often playing through injuries and never backing down from contact. OTD 1972Walt Garrison #DallasCowboys pic.twitter.com/OZdWrXyLSP — Old Time Football (@Ol_TimeFootball) January 16, 2024 Lesser known fact:In addition to his NFL career, Garrison was an actual rodeo cowboy and competed in steer wrestling during the offseason, so much so that Cowboys management eventually prohibited him from rodeoing after he suffered an injury at a rodeo event. ✭ COUNTDOWN TO KICKOFF ✭ With 100 days to go until the #Cowboys kickoff the season against the #Eagles, we are counting down with a @BloggingTheBoys Top-100 consensus ranking. We asked staffers to give in their top-100, here is: DAY 82Walt Garrison #DallasCowboys… pic.twitter.com/bh48wMJ33M — Mike Poland (@kenfigkowboy) June 14, 2025

Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images A few Cowboys players really helped themselves with how they performed during minicamp. After a three-day stint, the Dallas Cowboys’ mandatory minicamp has now concluded. They can now look to the next phase of the offseason – training camp. With every passing stage of the offseason, the mold of this team starts to take shape, and with some strong performances a few players appear to have carved out a role for themselves. Here are the players who gained the most from minicamp. Kaiir Elam Earlier this offseason, Kaiir Elam was traded to the Cowboys. A former first-round pick of the Buffalo Bills, Elam struggled to see the field as much as he should and quickly fell out of favor with the organization. He comes to Dallas with a fresh start hoping to make a name for himself and live up to his draft status. He strung together good days at minicamp and now heads to training camp with some good reps under his belt. Dallas has questions at cornerback because of the health of Trevon Diggs and inexperience at the position. Though Shavon Revel and Caelen Carson are intriguing prospects, they are still developing and Elam can seize the moment in the interim. Elam is in the final year of his rookie contract from Buffalo but could find a role for himself beyond this season if he can carry the momentum from minicamp into the regular season. George Pickens Another trade acquisition makes this list. Since touching down in Dallas, George Pickens has lived up to expectations. He already established a connection with Dak Prescott and has showcased his talents at minicamp. His arrival looks to be a major boon for the offense, and it alleviates the pressure of carrying the passing offense on CeeDee Lamb. Pickens is terrific at tracking the ball downfield and has an outstanding ability to make difficult catches. What’s also refreshing is how well he has connected with the team and is buying in to the new culture. Though no deal is imminent for Pickens with the Cowboys, it helps that he’s cultivating a good image for himself whether it be in Dallas or his next potential suitor. CeeDee Lamb has mentioned that there are no egos between him and Pickens and the two are off to a harmonious start. Hopefully by year’s end, everyone is still happy. Brevyn Spann-Ford Brevyn Spann-Ford has climbed a long way since last offseason. He earned a spot on the roster as an undrafted free agent from Minnesota and excelled as a blocking tight end. The Cowboys are looking to get younger and Spann-Ford has a lot of tools to work with. During minicamp he was on the field with the starters at times which signifies the belief the coaches have in him. He has tremendous size and can engulf smaller players when blocking with his massive frame. He also has enough receiving upside to challenge for a larger role. The Cowboys are hoping to return to physicality and Spann-Ford fits a pivotal role. He seems to have a strong hold on the roster over the other tight ends such as Princeton Fant and John Stephens.

Tim Heitman-Imagn Images The latest news surrounding the Dallas Cowboys. Cowboys’ Dak Prescott wants a Super Bowl title, legacy ‘be damned’ – Todd Archer, ESPN The Cowboys signal-caller is focused on getting the organization its sixth Super Bowl. Dak Prescott is entering his 10th season as the Dallas Cowboys quarterback. Only Troy Aikman has had a longer run at the position in franchise history. Aikman and Roger Staubach are also the only two quarterbacks that have won a Super Bowl with the Cowboys. Prescott, who turns 32 next month, is determined to join them but not to cement any kind of legacy. “Yeah, I want to win a championship,” Prescott said when the Cowboys concluded their offseason program Thursday. “The legacy, the things, whatever comes after I finish playing will take care of itself. I want to win a championship. Be damned if it’s just for my legacy, or if it’s for this team, for my personal being, for my sanity. Yeah, the legacy will take care of itself. I have to stay where my feet are.” Prescott has delivered the Cowboys to the playoffs five times. The Cowboys have had the best record in the conference one time — his rookie year in 2016 — and played on wild-card weekend the other four times but have not gotten to the NFC Championship Game. Prescott has a 2-5 playoff record. For the Cowboys to have that chance, Prescott, who was the runner-up in the MVP voting in 2023 when Dallas finished 12-5 for the third straight season, has to remain healthy. He has missed games due to injury in four of the past five seasons, including nine last year after needing surgery to repair a hamstring avulsion as the Cowboys finished 7-10. He went through the entire offseason program without an issue and will be fully cleared for contact when training camp begins in Oxnard, California, on July 22. “These OTAs, just the way that I’ve been seeing minicamp, the communication with [head coach Brian Schottenheimer], with the quarterbacks or the quarterback room, just a lot of good things,” Prescott said. “A lot of really good things that have me in a great place. I’m healthy. Excited as hell.” Tyler Booker grateful, all set for Cowboys’ training camp: ‘I’m not gonna hold the offense back’ – Patrik Walker, DallasCowboys.com The rookie right guard says the offensive line is building chemistry. Tyler Booker has already made it known he’s a “natural born leader”, but the rookie first-round pick also understands that before he can lead, he must learn to follow. That is why he’s leaned so heavily into learning everything he can from those on the Dallas Cowboys’ offensive line who arrived in the NFL before him, such as Tyler Smith and Terence Steele. Smith and Steele are tasked by head coach Brian Schottenheimer to lead the charge in helping to coach up the younger talent, e.g., Booker, Tyler Guyton and Cooper Beebe, particularly in a situation wherein there have also been changes at offensive coordinator and offensive line coach. Having now worked through rookie minicamp, OTAs and mandatory minicamp, Booker has been a sponge for information, insight and coaching. “I couldn’t ask for a better room of vets,” said the two-time All-SEC guard out of Alabama. “Like, we’re a younger room, but there’s still a lot of experience within there, so they can relate to what it’s like to be a rookie. Even guys like [Guyton], he’s helped me out a lot — T. Steele, Brock [Hoffman], everybody, literally everybody [including Cooper Beebe]. “I just really appreciate all their guidance along the way, and they’ve definitely made this process easier for me. Such a mindset bodes well for the rebuilt offensive line in Dallas, one that is only two years removed from the departure of now-retired future Hall of Fame left tackle Tyron Smith, and zero years removed from the retirement of fellow future Hall of Fame right guard Zack Martin. “We’re building great chemistry,” Booker said of the offensive line. “And like I said earlier, I like having guys with experience right next to me. If I ever have a question right before the snap, they’re able to help me out and lead me in the right direction.” Cowboys DC Matt Eberflus gives surprising reason for why he returned to Dallas in 2025 – Todd Brock, Cowboys Wire This was certainly an eye-opener. For all the defensive stars Eberflus has helped to launch over the years – from DeMarcus Ware and Sean Lee to Shaq Leonard and Kenny Moore – it was actually a player on the other side of the ball that finally cemented his decision to return to the Cowboys for a second stint on their sidelines. “Really, to me, it was Dak Prescott,” the 55-year-old coordinator told Matt Mosely and Ed Werder on The Doomsday Podcast. “When he was a rookie, we drafted him here, and what did he go, 9-1 the first 10 games?” #Cowboys DC Matt Eberflus said his familiarity with the Jones family and home like feel led him back to Dallas. Another surprising reason why he chose to come back?—Dak Prescott. “I know what’s inside his heart, what kind of man he is, what kind of leader he is.” https://t.co/eMnz42YgDW pic.twitter.com/LAWnzJDtrE — Brandon Loree (@Brandoniswrite) June 13, 2025 Emotional Schottenheimer ties bow on first offseason program – Kyle Youmans, DallasCowboys.com The head man in Dallas got emotional addressing the team at the end of minicamp. When addressing the players following Thursday’s final walkthrough, Schottenheimer admitted to getting emotional. Because of their commitment to work and their competitive nature showcased throughout the Summer. “I told ‘em I love ‘em and I got a little emotional,” Schottenheimer said. “These guys gave us everything that we’ve asked for this spring, and I think they’ll do that when we get started out in Oxnard.” “I think Schotty’s done a great job in minicamp of putting guys in places,” Dak Prescott added about his new head