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Cowboys news: Joe Milton returns to Dallas

After initially being beat out by Sam Howell for the backup quarterback spot and getting released, Joe Milton was signed to the Cowboys practice squad on Wednesday. Quinnen Williams re-signed with Dallas this offseason, and things have changed for the better as far as the team goes according to him. Dallas added running back Emari […]

Cowboys to re-sign QB Joe Milton to their practice squad

Joe Milton is back with the Dallas Cowboys. Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, they’re bringing him back to their practice squad. Milton was waived during roster cuts early this week when Dallas claimed Emari Demercado. It came as a bit of a surprise seeing as he flourished during the preseason. However, the Cowboys decided that Sam […]

Cowboys countdown to kickoff: Top 100 iconic games – Day 11

It is Day 11 of our 100-day countdown to kickoff. We are looking back at the 100 most iconic games in Dallas Cowboys history. The countdown will leads us right up to the opening game of 2026. Our look back doesn’t depend on just one criteria for our rankings. We take into consideration things like […]

3 must-win games this Cowboys season

Just under two weeks stand between the Dallas Cowboys and the start of the 2026 regular season. After two disappointing seasons in which they missed the playoffs both years, offseason upgrades have given Dallas high hopes for this upcoming season. If the Cowboys are going to return to the postseason, they’ll need to take care […]

The reasons these 3 Cowboys players were released

The preseason and training camp are over for the Dallas Cowboys, and with that, the team had to make decisions on their roster. Today we’ll go over some of the more intriguing bubble players that were let go by the Cowboys. QB Joe Milton There may not be a more surprising name on this list […]

Grading the Cowboys 2026 offseason

Now that we have a 53-man roster (that could change at any minute), and have assembled a practice squad (which could also change at any time), it feels like we are truly done with the 2026 offseason. We’ve gone through the coaching changes that happened shortly after the season ended. We’ve gone through free agency, […]

Cowboys betting on 2 former Top 100 draft picks to upgrade OT depth

We all know all too well that where a player is ultimately drafted, or not, doesn’t always equate to success. We’ve seen former first-round picks turn out to be absolute busts and undrafted players become superstars with the Dallas Cowboys throughout the history of the organization. We’ve also seen top drafted players who were considered […]

Cowboys news: Why Dallas picked Sam Howell as their QB2

The Dallas Cowboys shocked the NFL world when they decided to release Joe Milton, opting for Sam Howell as their backup to Dak Prescott. Milton shined in the preseason, outperforming most quarterbacks statistically, and showed real growth from year one to two in Dallas’ offense. So why did Dallas opt for Howell over Milton? Brian […]

QB Joe Milton III clears waivers, now a free agent

An arduous 24-hour waiting period has ended for Dallas Cowboys fans: QB Joe Milton III has cleared the NFL waiver system. Now a free agent, the third-year prospect is eligible to sign with any team’s practice squad. Fans were stunned on Monday when Milton, who survived Dallas’ initial roster cuts the day before, was waived […]

Cowboys countdown to kickoff: Top 100 iconic games – Day 12

It is Day 12 of our 100-day countdown to kickoff. We are looking back at the 100 most iconic games in Dallas Cowboys history. The countdown will leads us right up to the opening game of 2026. Our look back doesn’t depend on just one criteria for our rankings. We take into consideration things like […]

Cowboys practice squad analysis for all signed players

The majority of the Dallas Cowboys practice squad for 2026 is set for the moment, with the big name to watch as a potential returnee being backup QB Joe Milton. If the team is able to get Milton onto the practice squad, it would bring their total up to 15 out of a possible 16 […]

Sam Williams signs with Browns after Cowboys release

Sam Williams didn’t have to wait long to find a new NFL home. After being released by the Cowboys on Sunday as part of their final cuts, the pass rusher is reportedly being signed by the Cleveland Browns. Williams, a 2022 second-round pick by Dallas, played out his rookie deal and was brought back this […]

Breaking down what Broderick Jones competing to start at RT means

The Dallas Cowboys added to their offensive line last Saturday when they acquired offensive lineman Broderick Jones in a trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers. They sent 2027 third- and sixth-round picks to the Steelers and received a fourth-round pick in 2027 in return. Jones played three seasons in Pittsburgh after being selected in the first […]

What new Cowboys RB Emari Demarcado brings to Dallas

NFL cuts are in full swing, but with them comes player movement and an opportunity for players to make a name for themselves elsewhere. Among those searching for greener pastures is ex-Cardinals running back Emari Demarcado. The Dallas Cowboys picked up Demarcado off waivers. Let’s look at what he may bring to the Cowboys roster. […]

2026 Dallas Cowboys practice squad tracker: News and rumors

The Dallas Cowboys set their initial 53-man roster on Sunday afternoon and it will undergo a few changes before things are fully finalized and ready for them to begin their Week 1 preparation. While the Cowboys have a final (ongoing) 53-man roster, they also have to put together a practice squad. Some FAQ topics answered […]

Get the best of Blogging The Boys on the new SB Nation app

It’s a big day for Blogging The Boys. Today, the SB Nation app is live, and it is far and away the best way to follow the Cowboys.  You can download it by searching SB Nation for iOS or Android. A year ago we made some big changes to our community, including offering fewer ads […]

Cowboys news: New addition at RB, possible new starter at RT

The Dallas Cowboys made a surprise roster move at QB on Monday by cutting backup Joe Milton, taking the risk he’ll be able to return to the practice squad. That move corresponded with the team also answering for their initial roster cutdown surprise of only keeping two running backs, adding a third with Emari Demercado. […]

Cowboys countdown to kickoff: Top 100 iconic games – Day 13

It is Day 13 of our 100-day countdown to kickoff. We are looking back at the 100 most iconic games in Dallas Cowboys history. The countdown will leads us right up to the opening game of 2026. Our look back doesn’t depend on just one criteria for our rankings. We take into consideration things like […]

Dallas Cowboys release QB Joe Milton

The Dallas Cowboys have released quarterback Joe Milton. The move comes as a pretty big surprise given the events of training camp and specifically the preseason. It seemed like Milton was a lock to be Dak Prescott’s primary backup this season, but even if you disagreed with that the idea of him not making the […]

Dallas Cowboys net results from Pickens, Jones trades with Steelers

The Dallas Cowboys and Pittsburgh Steelers seem quite comfortable with one another. On Saturday evening the teams made a trade which marked a second straight year and season where this was the case. If Broderick Jones has even 10% of the impact on the Cowboys that the former Steeler George Pickens did, then things are […]

Cowboys claim RB Emari Demercado off waivers

The Dallas Cowboys parted ways with running backs Phil Mafah and Jaydon Blue on Sunday as they were included in their roster cuts. They have now added a new running back as they have claimed Emari Dermercado off of waivers from the Kansas City Chiefs. He signed a one-year deal for $1.25 million with them […]

7 surprise cuts from Cowboys 53-man roster

The 2026 Dallas Cowboys are one step closer to being gameday ready, with their roster being trimmed down to 53 players at Sunday’s deadline. We kept track of it all right here, and will continue to do so as there is still potential for shakeups, and building the practice squad remains a work in progress. […]

Over half of last year’s Cowboys defenders are off the roster

Roster cuts can be brutal, and it looks like they are especially brutal for players who played on the NFL’s worst defense last year. Nick Harris of the Star-Telegram did a quick check on the Cowboys defense, and found that 17 of the 26 defenders on the 2025 Week 1 roster are unemployed after yesterday’s […]

10 thoughts on the Cowboys initial 53-man roster

The Dallas Cowboys’ 53-man roster is set. For now, that is. Expect more shuffling as they work out the little things with players still being claimed off waivers. This group is a good start and will make up most of the cast of characters we’ll be rooting for this upcoming season. Most of it was […]

Cowboys news: Takeaways and analysis of Dallas’ 53-man roster

Football is now two weeks away, preseason football is in the books, and Dallas now has a finalized 53-man roster. Players like Jaydon Blue and Michael Trigg unfortunately did not make the cut, while names like Camden Brown and both Sam Howell and Joe Milton are on the team. The last piece of the puzzle […]