Recent departures in Dallas have the face of the franchise thinking differently all of a sudden. Dak Prescott admits that his window for championships isn’t as open as it once was and that there’s a new sense of urgency for the 2023 Cowboys. To help him get there, he’ll lean on newly-signed Brandin Cooks, who it turns out holds a unique spot among all active receivers… and could be a precursor to a certain college prospect at the same position.
Meanwhile, we’re debating whether taking a tight end in the first round is the final push the Dallas offense needs… or a patently unwise investment. We’re evaluating what Stephon Gilmore’s presence means for the secondary’s cornerback quota, we’re looking ahead to a scary situation along the offensive line, and we’re identifying which Cowboys will be scheduled to hit free agency 12 months from now. All that, plus a player the Cowboys had been linked to finally lands in the Pacific Northwest, Tony Pollard joins a growing club within the Cowboys locker room, and why the Texas running back who could bring the most to the Cowboys may not be the one you’re thinking of. News and Notes from the weekend…