The Dallas Cowboys aim to extend their recent win streak in Week 8 against the Arizona Cardinals, who upset them 27‑17 last season. Key battles include RB Javonte Williams, fresh off a 155‑yard, one‑touchdown performance against the Eagles, versus a Cardinals run defense that ranks 23rd and allows 126.3 yards per game. The Cowboys' secondary will test All‑Pro TE Trey McBride, who logged 10 catches for 111 yards and a TD versus Denver, while rookie safety Caleb Downs may be tasked with coverage. Meanwhile, rumors link Cardinals OLB Josh Sweat to a possible trade, adding intrigue to his matchup with rookie RT Terence Steele.
The Cardinals have had the Cowboys' number. Can that continue?
Arizona has won all four meetings since Lamb's 2020 rookie season, including a 27-17 win on Monday Night Football at AT&T Stadium last November.
Philadelphia scored touchdowns on its first two possessions Monday, and Parker said Dallas changed practice, meetings, and Saturday's walkthrough before Arizona visits.
Dallas set rush-attempt targets by quarter against the Eagles, and Adams said Thursday he wants the ability to run the ball every week before Arizona visits.
The Dallas Cowboys' offensive line, which dominated the Eagles last week, aims to replicate that success against the Arizona Cardinals. This week’s Trench Dashboard shows a 54% pass‑block win rate (9th) and a 71% run‑block win rate (28th), with only seven sacks allowed (1st). Key pressure points include safety Budda Baker, who blitzes from the secondary, and edge rusher Josh Sweat targeting tackle Terence Steele. The article urges Dallas to continue feeding running back Javonte Williams, exploiting Arizona’s 4.6 ypc and weak interior run defense, while trusting the line to handle the Cardinals’ modest 25.5% pressure rate. Strategic adjustments could keep the Cowboys’ momentum alive.
The Arizona Cardinals, sitting at 2‑5, aim to snap their slide with a Sunday showdown against the Dallas Cowboys, who rank 29th in total defense. Quarterback Jacoby Brissett, fresh off two games with at least 270 passing yards, will test the Cowboys’ 21st‑ranked pass defense. Meanwhile, the Cardinals look to improve route timing for Michael Wilson and Trey McBride, integrate Kalen King on defense, and adjust the depth chart for Week 8. The preview also notes NFL headlines on Micah Parsons’ ACL recovery, the Bears‑Titans trade for Jeffery Simmons, and top upset bets for the week.
The Dallas Cowboys face the Arizona Cardinals on Oct. 30, 2026, in a must‑win that could keep them from a third loss this season. The Cowboys have not beaten the Cardinals since 2017 and entered the game with a 2‑5 record, while Arizona, fresh off upset wins over the Chargers and Rams, sits at 2‑5 as well. The article stresses that Dallas must improve its edge defense, tighten the middle‑field coverage, and generate timely blitzes against quarterback Jacoby Brissett, whose dual‑threat style troubled them last year in a 28‑17 loss. Key defensive matchups include Joey Porter Jr., Malik Hooker and Caleb Downs versus Cardinals receivers Marvin Harrison Jr. and tight end Trey McBride.
Entering Week 8 after a 38-21 win at Philadelphia, the Dallas Cowboys face the 2-5 Arizona Cardinals at home, a must‑win that could snap a 2‑8 slump in recent matchups. Defensive coordinator Christian Parker hints at upcoming adjustments, noting the team’s low blitz rate (28th at 22.8%) and mediocre safety rotations. While the offense, led by Dak Prescott, emphasizes a stronger running game after Javonte Williams' 155‑yard, 1‑TD performance, the defense still seeks a pass‑rush boost, with only 3.5 sacks from recent acquisitions. Veteran DT Jonathan Bullard begins his return window, adding depth ahead of the game.
The Cardinals head to Texas for a crucial matchup against a one‑win Dallas Cowboys, but both clubs face a slew of injuries. Arizona lists limited‑status players like RB Jeremiyah Love (ankle) and QB Carson Beck (back) while losing OTs Paris Johnson and CB Will Johnson for the season. Notable updates include LB Zaven Collins returning from illness and CB Kei’Trel Clark moving to full health. Dallas reports limited starters such as TE Luke Schoomaker (groin) and WR George Pickens (shoulder/hamstring), with several players shifting from limited to active. The injury slate could shape the Thursday night showdown.
Going into Week 8, The Game Haus highlights three underrated QB picks—Kyler Murray (Vikings vs. Lions), Jacoby Brissett (Cardinals vs. Cowboys) and three risky options—Jared Goff (Lions vs. Vikings) and Caleb Williams (Bears vs. Seahawks). Murray and Brissett face defenses ranked 32nd and 29th in yards allowed, making them strong fantasy starts. Goff and Williams face top‑ranked defenses, so the author advises caution. The piece links to full QB rankings and other Week 8 NFL picks.
The Dallas Cowboys will aim to notch back-to-back wins for the first time this season as they host the Arizona Cardinals at AT&T Stadium on Sunday. It has been an up-and-down campaign for the Cowboys, who are sitting on a 3-4 record. The Cardinals are having a worse season with a 2-5 record. Dallas beat […]
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Arizona Cardinals fans intensify the #BidwillOut campaign, urging owner Michael Bidwill to sell the franchise. On Pardon My Take, Barstool’s Dan “Big Cat” Katz slams Bidwill as “f*cking cheap,” citing cuts like moving training camp, withholding 2008 Super Bowl coach bonuses, and docking a player’s FedEx fees. The team sits 2‑5 after trading former top picks Kyler Murray and Marvin Harrison Jr., missing the playoffs since 2021, and faces lawsuits over discrimination. Fans argue Bidwill lacks the resources or willingness to invest, fueling calls for a sale.
It seems like the rumors are flying around George Pickens and the Dallas Cowboys. But what’s next is the matchup against the Cardinals. And CeeDee Lamb is seeking revenge on the Cardinals in Week 8 after a losing streak, according to a post on X by Todd Archer. “CeeDee Lamb was asked about a ‘heightened […]
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Here is the Cardinals' injury report ahead of the team's Week 8 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys.
Dallas Cowboys star wide receiver CeeDee Lamb explained why he believes that nobody can cover him heading into a Week 8 game against the Arizona Cardinals.
Walter Nolen III, Tyler Allgeier, and Elijah Wilkinson sat out Wednesday, while rookie quarterback Carson Beck was limited with a back injury.
Jonathan Bullard practiced in full the day his return window opened, while Caleb Downs, George Pickens, Drew Shelton, and Quinnen Williams were limited again.
After a pivotal 27-20 win over Philadelphia, the Dallas Cowboys sit 3-4 (2-3 NFC) and remain within striking distance of the NFC East title and a wild‑card berth. Week 8 pits them against a 2‑5 Arizona Cardinals team that historically boasts an 8‑2 record against Dallas, while rivals like the Giants (bye) and Falcons sit on similar records. The guide highlights key matchups across the conference, noting the Vikings’ unbeaten run, the Panthers‑Packers showdown, and the Chargers’ 0‑6 slump against the Rams. It also flags the upcoming Indianapolis visit, where a Jaguars loss could boost Dallas’ playoff hopes, and points to future draft pick implications.
Rams defensive tackle Braden Fiske is thriving despite Aaron Donald’s return, posting a 14.9% pressure rate over his last four games—ranking sixth among interior linemen and 16th overall at 11.9% for the season. He logged three pressures against the Raiders (9.4% rate), three against the Cardinals (17.6%), and six versus the Eagles (23.1%). Though he’s yet to convert pressures into sacks, his versatility on both DT and DE spots and a 14.8% blitz pressure rate suggest he could become a long‑term cornerstone alongside Donald, filling the void left by John Franklin‑Myers.
The Dallas Cowboys report a mixed health update ahead of Thursday’s showdown with the Arizona Cardinals. Defensive end Jonathan Bullard returns to practice after a calf stint on IR, while tight end Luke Schoonmaker sits out with a groin injury. Rookies KaVontae Turpin (ribs) and Dee Winters (calf) also missed practice, and George Pickens and Quinnen Williams remain limited by shoulder/hamstring issues but are expected to play. Full participants Marist Liufau, Bullard and PJ Locke aim for IR activation this week, a potential boost for a still‑inconsistent defense.
The Arizona Cardinals sit at 2‑5 after seven games and face a hostile stretch against the Cowboys, Chiefs, Seahawks, Rams and 49ers. With the franchise record 14 losses last season, head coach Mike LaFleur may start a rebuild, and high‑priced veterans DE Josh Sweat and S Budda Baker could be on the chopping block. Sweat, who posted 12 sacks last year, now has just 16 tackles and 8 pressures without DT Calais Campbell’s help, while a drafted replacement, DT Kaleb Proctor, is out for the season. Meanwhile, rumors of a trade for Sweat have been denied. The article weighs whether the upcoming games could be the last for these players.
With the Dallas Cowboys preparing for the Arizona Cardinals in Week 8 on Sunday, the team is coming off a bounce-back 38-21 win over the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday night. An interesting aspect of the win was the snap count of Cowboys star wide receiver George Pickens after he was called out by head coach […]
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Bullard has been on injured reserve since Sept. 30 with a calf injury from the Week 3 loss to Baltimore in Rio de Janeiro.
The left tackle said the line's attacking mentality took shape in the offseason and that Dallas is not done yet heading into a short week against Arizona.