The Dallas Cowboys haven’t played in Week 16 yet, but still had their ticket to the postseason punched for the first time since 2018. Wide receiver Amari Cooper has seen his targets take quite the dip over the last month, and the four-time Pro Bowl selection voiced his displeasure on Thursday stating he feels he can be a big help in crucial moments, especially on third downs.
Defensive end Randy Gregory is having the best season of his career in 2021 by tying several career highs with three games to play. He was rewarded for his efforts by being named an alternate for the Pro Bowl. The COVID train has yet again made another appearance on the Cowboys roster as free safety Malik Hooker and running back JaQuan Hardy tested positive for the virus which puts their availability for Week 16 in doubt. Film study of the Cowboys struggling offense, upcoming free agents set to hit the market in 2022, defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence getting his groove back, and more sit at the forefront of this edition of the news and notes.