Cowboys News: Earl Thomas drama returns, Stephen Jones addresses Deebo Samuel status

Cowboys fans are once again teased with the seven-time Pro Bowler’s availability, plus more on Deebo Samuel and the RB timebomb in Dallas. | From @ToddBrock24f7

With less than a week to go before the NFL draft, Cowboys fans are still clinging to the hope that the Joneses will jump into the free agency pool with every name that surfaces. Stephen Jones gave a politically-correct answer on Friday when asked in a roundabout way about 49ers star Deebo Samuel. And former Seahawks defensive back is talking comeback, which means Dallas is once again considered a landing spot.

Also in the News and Notes, exploring the ticking timebombs in the Cowboys backfield, a veteran O-lineman gets a look-see in Dallas, and we’re blowing it out with a couple full seven-round mock drafts. Jason Garrett is reflecting on his time in Dallas, Dak Prescott takes over for Roger Staubach, we’re profiling a few more prospects, and we look back to see if the draft gurus got it right the day Emmitt Smith’s card was turned in.