In this week’s film preview, the author breaks down why the Dallas Cowboys’ offense is tougher to scout than expected ahead of the Philadelphia Eagles matchup on Oct. 24, 2026. CeeDee Lamb dominates, lining up outside on 61% of snaps and catching 17 of 21 targets for 189 yards and a TD against the Texans, forcing the Eagles to juggle coverage responsibilities. The Cowboys run a true 11‑personnel shotgun scheme on 73.3% of plays, leading the league in pass‑rate over expectation and spreading defenses with vertical routes and frequent first‑down throws. While Dak Prescott has struggled recently, his situational awareness could still pose problems for Philadelphia’s defense, making the game a potentially uncomfortable contest for the Eagles.
The Dallas Cowboys are facing mounting pressure after a disappointing start to the 2026 season; however, owner Jerry Jones is not ready to sound the alarm. Despite growing criticism of head coach Brian Schottenheimer and the coaching staff, the owner believes the organization has the structure and personnel needed to turn things around. The Cowboys […]
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The Dallas Cowboys enter Week 7 against the Philadelphia Eagles with a 2-4 record after losing two straight games. It’s nearing crunch time for the organization, and Dak Prescott seemingly hopes that he and his teammates can finally right the ship against their divisional rival. Prescott claimed that the mindset the Cowboys have going into […]
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Jerry Jones invested a lot in the last offseason, determined to see the Dallas Cowboys succeed this season. The results have not been satisfactory so far this season. The team only has two wins in six games, having lost the other four games. Ahead of the team’s next game against the Philadelphia Eagles, one former […]
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On Monday Night Football, the Dallas Cowboys head to Lincoln Financial to face the Philadelphia Eagles. Last week Prescott logged 258 passing yards on 54 attempts (65.2 rating) while Javonte Williams managed just 41 rush yards. The Eagles’ offense stalled at 222 total yards, with Tanner McKee throwing 45 passes for a 77.5 rating and Saquon Barkley eyeing a return. Both NFC East rivals have struggled—Dallas with a sputtering run game and the Eagles without Jalen Hurts and an under‑performing line. The preview argues that a balanced Cowboys attack and a stout defense could give Dallas the edge, especially if they limit Barkley and keep McKee under 40 throws.
A preview of the Week 7 games involving NFC East teams, including the Cowboys' Monday night clash against the Eagles.
Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer would do well to keep a lot of his thoughts to himself.
Dallas quarterback Dak Prescott says the Cowboys must revive their run game—currently under 80 yards per game—to jump‑start play‑action and explosive passing against a strong Philadelphia Eagles defense. He notes that simplifying the offense and establishing rhythm will help counter recent blitz struggles, citing the 23-13 loss to Green Bay. New defensive aide Mike Pettine is already assisting defensive coordinator Christian Parker, while offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer affirms he will keep calling plays. Meanwhile, injuries improve with linebacker DeMarvion Overshown and cornerback Cobie Durant expected back for the Week 7 Monday Night Football showdown.
Smith challenges Brian Schottenheimer to prove his coaching credentials as Dallas struggles in 2026.
The latest Cowboys news includes Jerry Jones being open for business, Brian Schottenheimer defending himself, and George Pickens responding to Schottenheimer.
Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Christian Parker says he isn’t worried that senior defensive assistant Mike Pettine skips practice. Since joining the staff, Pettine has chosen to focus on film study and game‑planning instead of field drills, a strategy the Cowboys endorse to maximize his analytical expertise. Parker jokes there are “a lot of people on the practice field that don’t need to be there,” emphasizing flexibility in coaching roles. The move lets the veteran, former NFL defensive coordinator, concentrate on opponent scouting and strategy development without daily on‑field presence.
After more than two decades on ESPN, Troy Aikman's future is uncertain as his $18 million, five‑year contract expires after the 2026 Super Bowl broadcast. While contract talks with ESPN stall, Aikman says he would seriously consider a role in the Dallas Cowboys front office if Jerry Jones reaches out. Jones has publicly praised Aikman's football knowledge, calling him the most qualified person to help the 2‑4 Cowboys, and has left the door open for a potential opportunity. Aikman's recent consulting stint with the Miami Dolphins adds to his résumé, but a decision hinges on whether the Cowboys owner makes the call.
Jalen Brunson has another national television stop lined up, and this one comes with a rooting interest. According to the New York Post, the Knicks captain will appear alongside Peyton and Eli Manning on ESPN’s “ManningCast” Monday as Philadelphia faces Dallas. His guest segment will take place in the third quarter. Brunson supports the Eagles, […]
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The Dallas Cowboys head to Philadelphia on Monday night needing a win to keep playoff hopes alive, but three key issues threaten their chances. Their offensive line has allowed 30 pressures, 25 hurries and 5 hits in the past two games, despite Dak Prescott’s mobility, and will face a stout Eagles pass rush that recorded 17 pressures last week. Defensively, Dallas carries the league‑worst 54.7% third‑down conversion rate, a problem that helped the Packers dominate a recent game. A loss would drop the Cowboys to 2‑5 overall and 1‑2 in the NFC East, making the matchup a potential season‑defining moment.
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott detailed the team's approach to a Week 7 clash with the Philadelphia Eagles.
Coach Nick Sirianni’s Philadelphia Eagles have a Monday Night Football home game scheduled for Week 7 against the Dallas Cowboys that is coming just after Kenneth Walker’s bold take on Jalen Hurts’ blood clots situation. Eagles running back Saquon Barkley expressed faith in Hurts’ eventual return as injuries began to mount in practice. The Eagles […]
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The Eagles release their second injury report ahead of Week 7’s Monday night clash with the Dallas Cowboys, listing six players as Did Not Participate—including WR DeVonta Smith (hamstring), WR Dontayvion Wicks (ankle) and TE Dallas Goedert (knee). Both Smith and Wicks miss a second practice, likely sidelining them, while there’s tentative optimism about Goedert’s return. Edge rusher Jonathan Greenard drops to DNP, thinning the pass rush further. Limited participants feature RB Saquon Barkley and OG Landon Dickerson, both doubtful. The Cowboys also report several absences, notably LB Dee Winters.
On the second day of practice ahead of the Cowboys' showdown with the Philadelphia Eagles, Dallas upgrades several injured players to full participation. Cobie Durant (hamstring), Tyler Guyton (calf) and George Pickens (shoulder) all join the practice field, while DeMarvion Overshown and Ameer Speed return as full participants. However, key absentees remain: rookie Drew Shelton (hamstring), KaVontae Turpin (rib injury) and veteran Von Miller, who is back but listed as NIR-Rest. The injury report also notes that the Eagles will be without DeVonta Smith, Dallas Goedert and Dontayvion Wicks. These updates shape both teams' lineups for the upcoming game.
The Packers’ deceptive pressure scheme dismantles the Cowboys in a 23-7 win on Oct. 23, 2026. Defensive coordinator Matt Gannon repeatedly shows identical pre‑snap looks while rotating four different coverages, leaving Dak Prescott scrambling. Green Bay forces three interceptions, including rookie Brandon Cisse’s first pick, and repeatedly blitzes from unexpected angles, forcing hurried throws and a failed fourth‑down attempt. By halftime the Packers lead 17-0, and their mix of heavy fronts, zone droppers, and cover‑0/cover‑3 disguises keep Dallas off balance, culminating in a field goal that stretches the lead to 23-7. The article breaks down each disguised look and its impact on the Cowboys’ offense.
After a 35‑point loss to Atlanta, the Green Bay Packers’ defense rebounds, allowing just 34 points over the next three games thanks to coordinator Jonathan Gannon’s shifting schemes. Against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday night, Gannon’s ever‑changing pre‑snap looks confused Dak Prescott, leading to three interceptions, including a pivotal pick by weak‑side safety Evan Williams that halted a Cowboys red‑zone drive early in the second quarter. The article breaks down the disguise tactics—rotating from cover‑0 to single‑high blitzes—and shows how the Packers’ deceptive alignments rattled the quarterback and stifled Dallas’s offense.
49ers 49ers released DE Ogbonnia Okoronkwo. Bears Bears placed TE Cole Kmet on injured reserve. Cardinals Cardinals signed TE Shawn Bowman to the practice squad. Chiefs Chiefs signed WR Andrew Armstrong from the practice squad. Chiefs signed RB Nate Carter to the practice squad. Cowboys Cowboys designated DB P.J. Locke to return from injured reserve. […]
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Dak Prescott has shared a heartfelt message for Jalen Hurts as the Dallas Cowboys prepare to face the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 7.
The Seattle Seahawks officially released CB Trevon Diggs on Friday, per the NFL Transactions wire. Diggs, 27, was drafted in the second round out of Alabama by Dallas in 2020. He signed a four-year, $6.32 million rookie deal that included a $2.157 million signing bonus. Diggs was set to be an unrestricted free agent in […]
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Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer publicly urges wideout George Pickens to step up his run‑blocking, demanding he take on safeties and cornerbacks to open lanes for the ground game. Schottenheimer likens Pickens’ role to Javonte Williams' pass‑pro work and stresses a team‑first mindset after the Cowboys were held to just 48 rushing yards in a 23‑13 loss to Green Bay on Oct. 18. Pickens, who logged 1,429 receiving yards and nine TDs in 2025 and 428 yards through six games this season, must improve his blocking ahead of the Oct. 26 matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles.
New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson will be a guest on the ManningCast featuring Peyton and Eli Manning for a Week 7 matchup between the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys, according to Jared Schwartz of the New York Post.