Tag: Amari Cooper

Cowboys News: Rookie class signed, Jamal Adams saga ends

The entire 2020 draft class for Dallas are under contract. After nearly a year, the Jamal Adams to Dallas saga ends. News and Notes.

There’s been plenty of excitement and anticipation for the Dallas Cowboys 2020 draft class, and now they’re all signed to their rookie contracts. For almost a year, the speculation of All-Pro safety Jamal Adams coming to Dallas has been a very hot topic. Now, that scenario can finally be put to bed as the New York Jets have now traded him to the Seattle Seahawks.

Amari Cooper set several career highs in 2019, however, advanced stats say he could be the most improved player on the Cowboys based on production. One of the interesting questions about the Cowboys offense this season will be how will Mike McCarthy’s history of utilizing the fullback position coincide with Kellen Moore who rarely did in 2019. Potential harmful salary cap implications, three players who could rise up the depth chart, and how 2020 is an important year for the safety position and more are covered in the news and notes.

Related: Contract details for Cowboys 2020 draft class

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How will Mike McCarthy’s love of fullbacks manifest in Dallas? :: Blogging The Boys

Kellen Moore rarely used the fullback position in 2019. Mike McCarthy, however, finds them to be a valuable asset. So how will their philosophies work together in 2020?

Preseason games are where we first realized how good Dak Prescott was, and now that is gone :: Blogging The Boys

With no preseason games set for the 2020 season, it puts a lot of young players on the Cowboys roster in a difficult position without actual game reps.

14 Cowboys who could be named to 2021 Pro Bowl that may not happen :: Cowboys Wire

K.D. Drummond discusses how even though the 2021 Pro Bowl won’t likely happen that guys like Dak Prescott, Ezekiel Elliott, DeMarcus Lawrence, and more have a shot to get the nod.

2020 is a Critical Year for the Safety Position in Dallas :: Inside The Star

Xavier Woods and Ha Ha Clinton-Dix are in contract seasons, Darian Thompson re-signed in March, and Donovan Wilson still has to develop. This sets up a crucial year for the Cowboys at safety.

Film room: Top candidates to climb Cowboys’ depth chart at camp, including a potential new O-line starter :: Dallas Morning News

John Owning of the Dallas Morning News breaks down how Connor McGovern, undrafted free agent Francis Bernard, and Cedrick Wilson could make a name for themselves in 2020.

National Writer: Amari Cooper will be the Cowboys’ most improved player based on production :: Dallas Morning News

Even though Amar Cooper had a career year in several categories in last season advance stats show he could be even better in 2020.

Seahawks’ deal for Jamal Adams further proves the NFL’s win-now mentality :: Seahawks Wire

Seattle thought it worth it to trade two No. 1 picks and a third-round selection to acquire the All-Pro safety still on his rookie deal. The dream of his playing for his hometown of Dallas is now done.

Details of the 2020 NFL season are becoming clear, including the salary cap monster that could torment the Cowboys next year :: Dallas Morning News

The 2021 salary cap floor has been set at $175 million. If it comes close to that the ramifications could be rough for the Cowboys.

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Cowboys News: CBA modified as camp is on, Lamb vs Jeudy

There will be football in 2020. The NFLPA has approved the latest proposal giving the green light to open training camp. Cee Dee Lamb signs.

There was a massive sigh of relief from football fans everywhere today as the NFLPA has agreed and approved the latest proposal in which will guarantee football training camps open up on time.

With this being said, all of the roster predictions, moves, and team news can finally be consumed knowing there will be a kick off in sight. The Cowboys locked up their top pick in the 2020 NFL Draft in wide receiver Cee Dee Lamb right on time. There’s already a debate as to who will score more touchdowns in 2020 between Lamb, or Broncos’ new wide out Jerry Jeudy. Take a deep dive into Cowboys history to fill out the all-time 53-man roster. Tyrone Crawford is on his way to a comeback season to remember. Football is back, and today’s Cowboys news is plentiful.

Cowboys agree to terms with top pick WR CeeDee Lamb :: The CowboysWire

One of the top players in the 2020 NFL Draft has been signed. Lamb will earn $14.01 million over four years with a fifth year option.

Jeudy vs. Lamb: Who will score more TDs as rookie? :: NFL.com

The Good Morning Football crew chooses sides between the Cowboys and Broncos rookies. Besides the “chip on his shoulder” after being the third receiver drafted, CeeDee Lamb also has a “motivated” quarterback in Dak Prescott and an “air-it-out” offense under coach Mike McCarthy.

Jerry Jones presents 2026 World Cup pitch for Dallas, AT&T Stadium:: The CowboysWire

“Jerry World” has a legitimate chance to host the 2026 World Cup on U.S. Soil. The 100,000 person capacity gives AT&T Stadium a leg up in the decision process.

Cowboys all-time 53-man depth chart: Intense battle at quarterback, defense looks utterly impenetrable :: CBS Sports

Building a all-time 53-man depth chart for any NFL team is challenging. The task gets even taller when asked to create such a roster for a team with the historical talent and success as Dallas. CBS Sports‘ Patrik Walker does his best to line up the best squad in Cowboy history.

Dallas Cowboys training camp questions: Mike McCarthy is biggest difference-maker :: ESPN

Sure there are new members of the roster heading into 2020 but the Dallas Cowboys will rely on Mike McCarthy’s storied past success to lead them to their first NFC Championship game appearance this century.

Cowboys’ 53-man roster projection has more questions on defense :: ESPN+

Todd Archer of ESPN dives into what he thinks the 53-man roster will be come September. Plenty of battles up front and new faces on defensive side of the ball will have this Cowboys team looking brand new.

Put up or shut up: 5 Cowboys heading into ‘prove it’ years in 2020 :: The Athletic

Among the Cowboys with the most riding on the 2020 campaign are Chidobe Awuzie, Blake Jarwin, Jourdan Lewis, Connor Williams, and Xavier Woods. Bob Sturm speculates that one of these players could be signing a 2021 contract worth either $2 million or $40 million depending on how his season unfolds.

Former Cowboys assistant John Blake passes away :: The Mothership

The Cowboys won two Super Bowls during Blake’s tenure as defensive line coach from 1993 to 1995. Upon leaving Dallas, Blake returned to the University of Oklahoma, where he served as head coach for his alma mater. He was 59 years old.

Cowboys 2020 training camp: Tyrone Crawford poised to bounce back, increased role expected in contract year :: CBS Sports

Defensive lineman Tyrone Crawford is one of the longest tenured Cowboys on the roster. Injuries derailed the ever-consistent Crawford a season ago, but the versatile defender is ready to bounce back in a big way this year.

UPDATE: Reports that NFLPA player reps approve proposal, NFL has deal for the season :: Blogging The Boys

There will be football in 2020. The NFLPA have approved the latest proposal to get training camps started on time.

Key to Cowboys 2020 success will be red-zone trust in Dak’s hands, feet :: The CowboysWire

Mike McCarthy has plenty of weapons headed into 2020. Dak Prescott has to be the one to take the offense in his hands to improve the red zone efficiency. Being ranked 16th in the league last year is simply unacceptable.

 

Cowboys News: Best yet to come for Amari, DiNucci report, what no preseason means

A look around the Cowboys’ landscape as the NFL demands face masks for fans and cancels the chance for unheralded players to make a mark.

Coming on the heels of the NFL cancelling the entire preseason, the league has deemed fans will be required to wear some sort of face mask before they are allowed into each stadium. This is assuming that there will even be fans at the games, and that certainly could change. This unique offseason presents new barriers for almost every team in the league, however, teams like the Dallas Cowboys, with a stable of new coaches and players, will face extra challenges as the season gets off to a quick start.

Despite the extraordinary circumstances the Cowboys currently face, they’ll still have to suit up and perform every Sunday. The offense is mostly set, aside from the backup wide receivers, and the intriguing position battles that will take place at left guard and center. We know Amari Cooper is great, but could more weapons and another year in the system allow him to get even better? Two new, big-name, defensive tackles should improve the other side of the ball, but how much impact will the additions make? Plus, a list of under-the-radar remains free agents that Dallas could potentially sign.

I’m Batman: Masks required for attendance at Cowboys, NFL games :: Cowboys Wire

In the latest attempt by the NFL to improve safety for future fans at NFL games, the NFL has stated that fans will be required to wear face coverings ifs they attend a game.

Bucky Brooks: Scouting Report on Rookie QB :: Dallas Cowboys

In recent history, the Cowboys have struck lightning with late round or undrafted quarterbacks twice with Tony Romo and then Dak Prescott. James Madison’s Ben DiNucci is the latest Dallas QB to fit the underdog mold. Bucky Brooks examines the rookie’s game, and assesses whether he thinks the Cowboys have another future gem on their hands.

Cowboys 2020 training camp: Mike McCarthy dealing with several first-year setbacks due to COVID-19 :: CBS Sports

The Dallas Cowboys have a new head coach, defensive coordinator, many other new coaches, and a bevy of new personnel on both sides of the ball. Those factors, mixed with the lack of any type of traditional offseason program, and the challenges Dallas is facing this year start to really add up.

Game Theory: Frelund’s three breakout players in NFC for 2020 :: NFL Network

Cowboys wide receiver Amari Cooper had the best year of his career a season ago. However, NFL Network’s Cynthia Frelund believes the best yet is to come for Cooper. Follow the link for her explanation for predicting another huge year for the Cowboys star.

Eatman: Trickle-Down Effect of No Preseason :: Dallas Cowboys

The impacts of the NFL cancelling the preseason stretch far and wide in the football world. Cowboys writer Nick Eatman breaks down how this change not only effects the starters who’ll get less acclimation reps, but also the players on the other end of the roster.

Connor Williams has competition at LG for Cowboys :: Cowboys Wire

Connor Williams has struggled to live up to expectations after receiving All-American honors as a sophomore in college. Williams’ talent is undeniable, but the former Longhorn will have to work hard and stay healthy to earn the starting spot at left guard for the Cowboys.

Name To Know: Cedrick Wilson & The WR Battle :: Dallas Cowboys

Cedrick Wilson is one of the many names battling for the last wide receiver spots on the Dallas roster. Wilson’s versatility at wideout, potential to contribute on special teams, and familiarity with the Kellen Moore system could give him the edge over his competition in camp.

The Most Underrated NFL Free Agents Still Available Ahead of Training Camps :: Bleacher Report

Players like Jadeveon Clowney are obviously the big attractions remaining in free agency. However, there are still many players who are unsigned who are flying under the media’s radar. Could any of these players help the Cowboys?

Mailbag: A Big Difference At Defensive Tackle? :: Dallas Cowboys

In today’s edition of Mailbag, Cowboys staff writers answer fans questions that focus on how much will Mike McCarthy use a fullback in Dallas, and will the added size of Poe and McCoy help on the interior defensive line?

 

Cowboys News: Training camp dates set, Ezekiel Elliott in elite company

The Cowboys offensive line has reloaded but remained one of the league’s best.

Even with no procedures in place if there happens to be a COVID-19 outbreak on any team training camp dates for the 2020 NFL season have been announced. Since entering the NFL in 2016, Ezekiel Elliott leads all running backs in touches, rushing yards, and scrimmage yards. That elite level production has him in a rare class when it comes to the first four years of any running backs career in league history.

The Cowboys traded back into the fourth round of the 2020 NFL Draft to draft center Tyler Biadasz whose upside could see him follow the path of the recently retired Travis Frederick, who also played his college ball at Wisconsin. Since 2018, the Cowboys have invested a lot of resources in the wide receiver position and it’s given them one of the league’s most dangerous offenses. The strict media guidelines for training camp, what position the Cowboys need to improve in 2021, and how the contracts of Dak Prescott and Andy Dalton may see the Cowboys keep three quarterbacks on the roster this season is covered in the news and notes.

NFL sets training camp dates for Cowboys, charts course for on-time season :: Cowboys Wire

The NFL seems to be business as usual as training camp dates for the Dallas Cowboys are released.

Wisconsin Pipeline: Tyler Biadasz has chance to be Cowboys next great Badger alum :: Cowboys Wire

Cowboys Wire’s own Dave Sturchio profiles rookie center Tyler Biadasz and how he could possibly follow in the footsteps of former Wisconsin Badger and Cowboys great Travis Frederick.

Ezekiel Elliott is in elite company for a running through first four NFL seasons :: Blogging The Boys

With 5,405 rushing yards, 7,024 scrimmage yards, and 40 rushing touchdowns not many running backs can say they’ve had a better four-year start to their career than Ezekiel Elliott.

NFL training camp will be covered a lot differently in 2020, and the fans will not like it :: Blogging The Boys

The NFL is enforcing strict media guidelines for training camps which will lead to a somewhat unpleasant experience for fans.

What position should the Dallas Cowboys improve next year? :: The Landry Hat

Lucas Mascherin breaks down how youth on the defensive line is key for the Cowboys in 2021.

National writer: Recent investments give the Cowboys one of the NFL’s best offensive arsenals :: Dallas Morning News

Since 2018 the Cowboys have traded for Amari Cooper and drafted Michael Gallup and CeeDee Lamb. As a result, they possess one of the most lethal offenses in the NFL.

Contracts for Prescott, Dalton Suggest Cowboys Will Keep 3rd QB in 2020 :: Inside The Star

Jessie Haynie discusses how Dak Prescott and Andy Dalton only being on one-year deals suggest a third quarterback will make the 2020 roster.

Dallas Cowboys long-term future with Dak Prescott looking cloudy :: The Landry Hat

Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys didn’t reach a long-term agreement by the July 15 deadline. Matt Aaron of The Landry Hat breaks down how the future between both parties could get murky.

Dallas Cowboys 2020 opponent breakdowns: Seattle Seahawks :: Blogging The Boys

Matt Holleran dissects the Cowboys Week 3 opponent the Seattle Seahawks.

Dallas Cowboys: Watch out for WR Kendrick Rogers :: Fansided

At 6-foot-4 and 205 pounds undrafted free agent Kendrick Rogers could be a sleeper for a roster spot on the 2020 Dallas Cowboys.

Dak Prescott: ‘Our Best Ball is yet to Come!’ :: Inside The Star

Dak Prescott takes to twitter to let the world know they should expect an even higher level of play from himself and Ezekiel Elliott.

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Eagles vs. Cowboys lands in the top-5 of a ranking of the NFL’s top rivalries entering the 2020 season

Eagles vs. Cowboys is No. 4 in a ranking of NFL’s top rivalries

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The Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles have a historic hatred for one another that has transformed the NFL landscaped and made the matchups must-see TV.

The two teams are now linked by franchise signal-callers and Carson Wentz and Dak Prescott will be forever compared because of their selections in the 2016 draft. CBS Sports recently ranked the top-five rivalries heading into the 2020 NFL season and the NFC’s most meaningful duo landed at No. 4 on the list.

4. Cowboys vs. Eagles
An historically great rivalry, the fanbases of the Eagles and Cowboys downright just don’t like each other. It’s been that way since the 1970s, when the Cowboys had their way with the Eagles before Philadelphia flipped the script during the 1980 NFC title game. The Eagles’ upset win over the Cowboys that day further elevated the bad blood between the two franchises and fan bases, and it’s a dislike that continues to fester to this day.

Along with the history, these are two teams that are trying to reclaim their place as the NFL’s best team. Dallas (Jerry Jones, to be more specific) is desperately trying to win their first championship since the franchise’s glory years of the 1990s. Conversely, the Eagles, now over two years removed from hoisting their first Lombardi Trophy, are looking to capitalize on their Super Bowl window after falling just short of expectation the previous two seasons. The NFC East should come down to these two teams, which should make for two very compelling games in 2020.

Buccaneers vs. Saints was No. 5 thanks to the arrival of Tom Brady in Tampa Bay, while Ravens vs. Titans are No. 3 on the list thanks to the huge 28-12 Tennessee upset of top-ranked Baltimore in AFC playoffs last year.

49ers vs. Packers was No. 2 on the list while 49ers vs. Seahawks and the battle for the NFC West title.

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ESPN: Cowboys’ offensive weapons ranked tops in NFC

The combination of Ezekiel Elliott plus a lethal trio of WRs puts Dallas in the top 3 of all NFL clubs in terms of skill-position players.

The Dallas Cowboys are racing toward the deadline to get franchise quarterback Dak Prescott inked to a long-term contract. At stake is nothing less than the future of the sport’s flagship team for the next five years or more.

Get Prescott signed, and the Cowboys are an immediate contender for the next half-dozen Super Bowls. Let July 15 pass without a deal, and Prescott is still wearing the star for 2020 for sure… but anything beyond that is a dicey proposition. And according to ESPN, that could be wasting an impressive- and dramatically improved- array of offensive talent that the organization has put into place around Prescott over the past two seasons.

Bill Barnwell, staff writer for the Worldwide Leader, has put each team’s roster under the microscope and ranked all 32 clubs based on the skill-position talent surrounding their quarterback. While he emphatically points out that his list does not factor in the impact of the quarterback, offensive line, or scheme, it’s still an accurate barometer of how good a team may be.

Barnwell places the Cowboys third-best in the NFL, and tops in the NFC. That’s way, way, way up from a dismal ranking of 30th in 2018.

Only the Chiefs and Browns are slotted higher on the list, ranked 1 and 2, respectively.

Running back Ezekiel Elliott looks to be a force once again for the Cowboys. Now the league leader in rushing yards per game over three of the past four seasons has complementary threats in the receiving corps, preventing defenses from being able to stack the box against him.

Investing in the playmaking positions was the key, Barnwell says. Of course, trading for Amari Cooper turned out to be a shrewd move. But the rapid ascension of Michael Gallup has been just as important. “The only third-round pick to produce more yards in his second season as a pro is Mike Wallace,” Barnwell writes, “with Gallup coming in ahead of guys such as T.Y. Hilton, Kenny Golladay, and Terrell Owens.”

Add to the mix the highly-touted rookie CeeDee Lamb, “who would profile as the No. 1 wideout for a handful of teams right now,” and Dallas is loaded at wide receiver.

The only reason the Cowboys don’t rank higher than third, Barnwell nitpicks, is having a less-than-elite name playing tight end. New starter Blake Jarwin “was productive in a small sample last season, ranking eighth in the league in yards per route run and 11th in yards per target. There’s no way he is going to see significant volume with the other four guys in this offense ahead of him, but if Jarwin can maintain that sort of efficiency, Dallas won’t have any weaknesses.”

Unless, that is, they decide to rely on a backup rifleman to handle that stockpile of next-gen firepower as their long-range plan of attack.

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Better than average: Wide Receivers

The best WRs compared to each other.

“Better than average” is an annual measurement of how players did the previous season. Not just their total yardage or fantasy points. What this considers is which player posted the most fantasy points against a particular defense. Who had a Top-4 or a Top-8 performance? With 16 games for each defense, anyone that scored in the best eight against them for that position was “better than average.”

This considered a standard fantasy performance scoring with a reception point for running backs, wide receivers, and tight ends. The “BTA” score adds up the instances of whether a score was the highest, in the best four or eight allowed to the position by a defense. In that way, a No. 1 showing gets counted three times (as the No.1, in the Top-4 and the Top-8).

This is actually more accurate than considering total fantasy points. This indicates how well a player did versus all others that faced the same defense. Each defense only gives up one instance of a No. 1.

DeVante Parker was a surprise, even to any Dolphins fan, when he suddenly caught fire after years of mediocrity but then again, defenses weren’t exactly freaking out when they faced Miami. To have multiples of any category is impressive considering there are at least 64 starting wideouts in the NFL in any non-bye week.

Davante Adams slid down in this metric and while Chris Godwin did well, consider that Mike Evans played injured and ended on injured reserve but led the NFL with three Top-1 performances. Michael Thomas turned in a ridiculous year with 13 games in the Top-8 allowed by that defense. For wide receivers, those Top-8 are the most telling given how many wideouts a defense faces in a season. DJ Chark, Robert Woods, and Allen Robinson are all relatively young players improving their worth to their teams.

Julio Jones and Amari Cooper fell in this measurement compared to their total points for the season.

Here are just the No. 1 performances allowed by a defense (a total of 32).

Cowboys News: Tyron Smith ranked top OT, Ezekiel Elliott overpaid?

The Cowboys seven-time Pro Bowler Tyron Smith was ranked the NFL’s top offensive tackle by ESPN. Based on average annual salaries and recent production Ezekiel Elliott was named the Cowboys most overpaid player.

Even as he continued to battle nagging injuries in 2019, Dallas Cowboys star left tackle Tyron Smith made his seventh consecutive Pro Bowl. He was recently ranked the top offensive tackle in the NFL by ESPN, but there’s a few names missing from the list. Ezekiel Elliott signed a six-year, $90 million dollar extension before the beginning of last season and finished in the top-five in several statistical categories. However, based on average annual salary and recent production he was surprisingly named the Cowboys’ most overpaid player.

The July 15 deadline for Dak Prescott to sign a long-term deal is rapidly approaching, but according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the Cowboys are willing to be patient until the end. Amari Cooper is one of the best wide receivers in the NFL, yet opinions on him vary amongst league executives. CeeDee Lamb’s most effective route, how Amari Cooper could be primed for his best season, and three things you can learn from preseason rankings are covered in the news and notes.

 

Cowboys’ Tyron Smith Praised as ‘On Another Planet’ by Anonymous NFC Exec :: Bleacher Report

ESPN is currently releasing its rankings of the top 10 players at every position. One anonymous NFC executive had high praise for the Cowboys Tyron Smith when it came to the league’s top offensive tackles. Question, where is La’el Collins and Mitchell Schwartz, can right tackles get some love?

Dak Prescott Rumors: ‘Cowboys Are Not Worried’ About QB’s Contract Situation :: Bleacher Report

According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the Cowboys are willing to go all the way up to the July 15 deadline to get Dak Prescott signed long-term.

‘There’s something holding him back’: NFL execs weigh in on Cowboys’ Amari Cooper, a ‘polarizing’ wide receiver :: Dallas Morning News

Opinions on Cowboys wide receiver Amari Cooper are split amongst NFL personnel. Some see him as a top 10 receiver easily, while others have him ranked a lot lower.

CeeDee Lamb’s most productive route while in college :: Blogging The Boys

CeeDee Lamb was one of the best receivers in college after the catch, and he did a lot of that damage running out routes.

Cowboys are contenders for the best quarterback room in the NFL :: Blogging The Boys

Connor Livesay breaks down how Dak Prescott, Andy Dalton, and Ben DiNucci could give the Cowboys the league’s best quarterback room.

Every NFL Team’s Most Overpaid Player Entering 2020 Season :: Bleacher Report

Surprisingly, star running back Ezekiel Elliott was listed as the Cowboys most overpaid player.

Why Amari Cooper might be primed for his best season yet :: The Landry Hat

Having Michael Gallup and CeeDee Lamb alongside him and another year working with Kellen Moore could see Amari Cooper have the best season of his career.

Hall says Dak would be ‘extremely happy’ to get $35 million :: 247 Sports

Recently on NFL Total Access, Deangelo Hall discussed Dak Prescott’s contract situation. Although he doesn’t view him on the level of Patrick Mahomes, he feels he’s worth the $35 million dollar price tag he commands.

Ranking the NFL’s top 10 offensive tackles for 2020: Best of the league’s bodyguards :: ESPN

In ESPN’s series ranking the top 10 players at every position, the Cowboys Tyron Smith was ranked the best offensive tackle in the NFL.

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Cowboys News: 2 coach-QB duos for the ages, Cooper’s WR ranking

Dallas Cowboys news and notes for July 10, 2020.

The Dallas Cowboys have had on the most dramatic offseason in the league with regards to personnel changes. A mostly-new coaching staff has brought in a number of new faces, especially along the defensive front. What level of performance should be expected in Mike Nolan’s new scheme? Kellen Moore, one of the few retentions, has a lot of positives to build on from his first season calling plays, including his encouraging use of analytics in the game-plan.

The Cowboys rich history is full of many accolades and accomplishments. In a ranking of the greatest Coach-Quarterback duo’s ever, Dallas managed to be the only team with two different pairings in the top-10. You may be able to guess the duo’s, but continue reading to find out where he landed in the ranking. Drew Pearson remains on the biggest Hall of Fame snubs in the league, and Amari Cooper is graded as one of the best wide receivers in the league today.

Position Breakdown: Defensive Tackles :: The Mothership

Defensive tackle, along with cornerback, is littered with fresh faces on the roster. Neville Gallimore is a promising prospect, Trysten Hill should improve in year two, and Gerald McCoy and Dontari Poe are a force that the Dallas defense has lacked in recent years. All aspects of the position discussed on this Cowboys positional breakdown.

Ranking NFL Offenses By Analytics Usage :: Rotoworld

Analytics in sports are an ever-increasing presence and can be used to benefit teams in a multitude of ways. Hayden Winks from Rotoworld dove deep into the analytics each offense used last year, and you might be surprised where the Cowboys rank in a number of the categories.

NFL’s 20 greatest coach-quarterback duos: Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes looking to join list :: CBS Sports

Throughout the years the NFL has had many great Coach-Quarterback tandem’s, but two of the top-10 combinations in history helped to grow the Cowboys fanbase into what it is today. Continue reading on CBS Sports to find out where the duo’s of Troy Aikman and Jimmy Johnson, and Roger Staubach and Tom Landry, stand in the all-time ranks.

Brian Westbrook: There’s no reason why the Cowboys can’t be successful running and throwing the football :: FOX Sports

Former Eagles’ running back Brian Westbrook had some high praise for the Dallas offense. Hear him explain first hand how the Cowboys can continue to put up points in the upcoming season.

Dallas Cowboys: Who do you got in ‘The Battle of the Connors?’ :: FanSided

There is an assumed battle for left guard as the Cowboys enter July’s training camp. It could be Connor Williams, or Connor McGovern.

Best routes for rookie NFL wide receivers: Why CeeDee Lamb’s out, Brandon Aiyuk’s screen are unstoppable :: ESPN

With Amari Cooper and Michael Gallup running their deeper routes on the outside of the 2020 Cowboys offense, this should leave plenty of room for rookie wide receiver Cee Dee Lamb to run his favorite and most effect route, the out, underneath.

What are the Best- and Worst-Case Scenarios for the 2020 Cowboys? :: Inside The Star

The Cowboys can finish 6-10 in 2020, or, they can finish 11-5. This is the definition of two opposite extremes. Find out how they finish with these complete opposite records for this upcoming season.

Every NFL team’s best player who is not enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, yet :: CBS Sports

The Cowboys have a long-list of deserving players for the Hall of Fame, but Drew Pearson, wide receiver on the 1970’s NFL All Decade team, remains the biggest Dallas snub to-date.

Ranking the NFL’s best wide receivers for 2020: Execs, players, coaches debate the top 10 :: ESPN+

ESPN is compiling rankings from NFL players, coaches, and front office members. Ezekiel Elliott was the third running back, and Dak Prescott was top 10 as well. Amari Cooper completed the trio, ranking tenth in the NFL at one of the most loaded positions in the league.

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Terry McLaurin ranked as No. 1 wide receiver in the NFC East

Though he has just one year of experience, McLaurin is being ranked ahead of Amari Cooper as the best WR in the division.

At the start of the 2020 NFL offseason, Washington tried to make a massive move in free agency by working to lure Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Amari Cooper away from his NFC East team and join theirs instead. He ended up turning the $100+ million offer down, but if it had gone through, Washington would hold onto the No. 1 and No. 2 receivers in the division — Terry McLaurin and Cooper, in that order.

You read that ordering right.

Recently, Pro Football Focus forecasted that McLaurin, Washington’s second-year WR who had a blistering rookie season, would be the best pass-catcher in the NFC East going forward, out-ranking players like Cooper, Michael Gallup, Alshon Jeffery, CeeDee Lamb, and Nelson Agholor. The list may not seem as impressive as the initial statement once you break it all down, but when you consider the fact that McLaurin is receiving this type of praise after just one year in the league tells you all you need to know.

“Terry McLaurin was the most valuable wide receiver in the NFC East last season, and there’s a reason,” PFF’s George Chahrouri said on the PFF Forecast. “This guy can go downfield. He can catch and run with it. He was the highest-graded rookie last year, better than [Tennessee Titans WR] A.J. Brown.”

The highest-graded rookie who also has a quarterback that’s looking to take massive strides down the field now that he has a solid coaching staff to lean on. If the right steps are taken, there’s no telling how high McLaurin’s star can go in the coming years.

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