More drama from the owners meetings on Tuesday. While the participants talked about- and approved- several notable changes, perhaps the most contentious debate came over the subject of bringing “flex” scheduling to late-season Thursday Night Football. The topic was officially tabled on Tuesday, but will come to a vote in May and could take effect in 2023. Throwing short weeks at teams and fans on limited notice is sure to be wildly unpopular with players and coaches (and fans making travel plans), but Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is already in favor.
Meanwhile, players can now wear the number 0 on their jerseys, and two Cowboys are already jockeying for the honor. Preseason roster cuts will be different this year, the league has embraced gambling in a shocking new way, and there’s news regarding the Cowboys’ most storied rivals and their embattled owner. We’re also looking at mock drafts that send either a top tight end or a “ballerina-like” defensive tackle to Dallas, head coach Mike McCarthy reveals a surprising film-room session, and the real reason why the Cowboys didn’t offer a pay cut to Ezekiel Elliott. That and more in News and Notes.