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Cowboys News: Futures of Elliott, Gallup, Prescott discussed

Prescott’s contract talks seem to be positive as the new league year approaches. What is the future for players like Elliott and Gallup?

With contract talks ramping up between Dak Prescott and the Cowboys front office, the outlook may be improving even with the sides refusing to confirm they’ve actually entered the negotiation phase. Beyond free agency is the draft, the question is whether or not the class has a dearth or abundance of what Dallas is looking for.

Pro Bowler Myles Garrett showed off his box jump on social media and Cowboys legend Demarcus Ware matched him, showing that he still has it even at 38 years old. Could Michael Gallup be traded? What is Ezekiel Elliott’s future?

Here’s Wednesday’s News and Notes.

Cowboys News: Cooper reigning champ, Watt not in Cards for Dallas

The Dallas Cowboys news and notes, including a free agent top 100 ranking, a draft profile, and some answers to the teams biggest questions.

It’s impossible to find a free-agency ranking that doesn’t have Dak Prescott atop the list. It’s a no-brainer for the club to extend Prescott, but what if the two sides can’t come to an agreement? The Dallas Cowboys staff writers attempt to tackle that exact question. J.J. Watt had peaked the interest of Cowboys fans, but the veteran signed with the Cardinals on Monday. Another former Texan, center Nick Martin (brother of Cowboys’ Zack Martin) is now available, should the club pursue?

With the draft quickly approaching, our residential draft expert Ben Glassmire brings you a lesser-known cornerback that could benefit he Cowboys on Day 2, should the team pass on secondary at pick No. 10. The schedule will be changing from 16 to 17 regular season games, what does that mean for Dallas? Plus, learn how the Cowboys 2018 trade for Amari Cooper may has continued to pay dividends.

News: How Cowboys can sign Dak, the free agency track, McCoy gives back

Also, Cowboys make a 2020 top 10 list, HBO possibilities, and the futures of Randy Gregory, Jaylon Smith, and third-string RB Rico Dowdle.

Another day of feed-watching and ticker-scrolling for Cowboys fans waiting on Dak Prescott contract news. And with every hour that passes, more experts and analysts weigh in with their two cents. A former agent does the math on a sample deal, one outlet says it’s going to take Jerry himself to enter the chat to put this one to bed, and another group suggests drafting a quarterback with the tenth pick is the way to go.

Elsewhere, we check in on Randy Gregory, Dez Bryant, Brandon Knight, Jaylon Smith, and Rico Dowdle. We scope out the free agent landscape to see which trouble spots the front office might be able to address with veteran personnel. We look back at the league’s top ten games last season to find the Cowboys’ moment in the sun. We look at the possibility of going inside the team’s inner workings on a network reality show. We tip our hat to the (very briefly) former Cowboy who’s still spreading the love in Dallas after the recent winter storm. And we spotlight the Cowboys’ storied history of plucking top-tier talent from the nation’s HBCUs. Here’s the current crop of Cowboys News and Notes while you wait… and wait… and wait…

Cowboys News: Helping Jaylon, what will Dallas do with Gallup

There are two main ongoing storylines with the Dallas Cowboys; when will the club come to terms with Dak Prescott, and how will the team use their No. 10 drat pick to augment the roster? With mock draft season in full swing, we bring you two Cowboys …

Two Cowboys players with lots of eyes on them for different reasons, Michael Gallup and Jaylon Smith, both figure to be crucial parts of the Cowboys success in 2021. Plus, Michael Irvin was the most recent Cowboys legend to discuss the importance of re-signing Prescott.

Cowboys News: Dak contract compromise? OL solutions needed

Dallas Cowboys news and notes for February 17th 2021

The Dallas Cowboys offensive line depth was tested during the 2020 season. With the Tyron Smith, Zack Martin and La’el Collins all dealing with injuries, can the core of the offensive line get healthy and what kind of progress did the young players make while filling in? Was there enough progress to prevent Dallas from drafting an offensive lineman in the first round of the 2021 draft?

Ever since the retirement of Darren Woodson, the safety position for the Cowboys has seemed to be in flux. Will Dallas invest a top draft pick into the position for the first time since 2002 and who are some of their options? Where did the 2020 rookie class rank among the NFC East? Plus, is there a compromise to be made between Dak Prescott and the Cowboys in regards to a new contract?

Cowboys News: Lamb to make The Jump, time to care about DT, safety

The need for defensive tackle and safety help is reaching epidemic levels. Can Zeke bounce back and what prevented a slowdown by Amari Cooper?

Cowboys star weapons Amari Cooper and Ezekiel Elliott are both in the beginning of lengthy contract extensions, and the two had very different 2020 seasons. Will Elliott bounce back in 2021? And how did Cooper manage to keep his production at such a high level amongst the offensive turmoil this year in Dallas?

Xavier Woods is an unrestricted free agent, and retaining his services is one of the bigger decisions Dallas has to make. Even if Woods is re-signed, the Cowboys still desperately need secondary help. Learn more about potential Dallas draft candidate, cornerback Jaycee Horn. Plus, Adrian Peterson believes he can pass Emmitt Smith in rushing, how realistic is his claim?

Cowboys News: McClay’s role becomes focal point of organization

With the offseason underway and the NFL Draft just a few short months away, Cowboys vice president of player personnel Will McClay becomes one of the most important people in the city of Dallas. This week McClay spoke to Cowboys writers about the Senior Bowl, and the differences and similarities from this offseason to the usual offseason. Sometime notable Cowboys writers also discussed their thoughts on some of the Cowboys biggest questions, like signing Dak Prescott or the potential of trading Michael Gallup.

Mock drafts are running wild, and you might be surprised by the position and player most associated with the Cowboys in the last week; Rashawn Slater, a versatile offensive lineman from Northwestern. Will the Cowboys go best player available with the No. 10 selection, will they draft for need, or will the two drafting theories align? Plus, find out what Cowboys Hall of Fame running back had to say about multiple aspects of the modern-day Cowboys.

News: Quinn figuring out roles, Cowboys interested in McCoy reunion

After the worst defense in Cowboys history, Dan Quinn is already trying to delegate roles that fit the personnel he has on the roster.

Dan Quinn was hired as defensive coordinator a week after the Dallas Cowboys season ended. He isn’t wasting any time putting his fingerprint on the Cowboys defense as he’s in the film room and figuring out what roles apply to the current personnel. The Cowboys offensive line was a disaster in 2020, and ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr has America’s Team taking offensive linemen Rashawn Slater out of Northwestern in the first round.

Aldon Smith showed some positive flashes after a five-year hiatus from the NFL and may have earned a second contract with the Cowboys. Gerald McCoy had his 2020 season ended in August due to a ruptured quadriceps muscle. The Cowboys are interested in a reunion with the six-time Pro Bowl selection, but it all hinders on what Dan Quinn does with the depth chart. Grading the Cowboys 2020 offseason moves, what’s next at backup quarterback, and what are realistic expectations for this offseason, and more are covered in the news and notes.

News: Cowboys players can’t get out divisional round until they leave Dallas

Cowboys players can’t get out their own way until they make their way out of Dallas. All the mocks circle the same draft wagons.

The Dallas Cowboys are moving quickly in filling out their coaching staff. Just this week, Aden Durde was hired to be the defensive line coach under Dan Quinn, and Dallas lost a defensive backs coach to Michigan. Former Cowboy players, like Miles Austin and Dan Campbell, are both thriving in their coaching ventures, as both were hired to new positions this week.

The Cowboys have many interesting offseason decisions remaining. With a bevy of unrestricted free agents, Dallas will be forced to fill in their roster with at least a handful of new faces. Learn what upcoming free agents you should be watching for in this week’s Conference Championship round. NFL mock draft season is in full swing. A compilation of the top Cowboys mocks, plus, would Cowboys fans hate drafting a TE in round 1 if he’s truly the best available player?

News: Verdict is in on Jaylon’s value; Moore, Fassel stay with Cowboys

Dallas’ maligned linebacker was put under a microscope, plus the Eagles turned their noses up at Cowboys assistants.

Kellen Moore and John Fassel have recently piqued the interest of the Philadelphia Eagles for their vacancy at head coach. On Thursday that interest came to an end as they hired Indianapolis Colts offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni. The Dallas Cowboys lost several starters in free agency in 2020, and are now projected to receive the maximum of four compensatory picks in the 2021 NFL Draft.

The Cowboys underachieved this season with a 6-10 record, however, ESPN predicts that with a healthier roster and improved secondary they can return to the playoffs next season. Jaylon Smith had a forgettable year, and Bob Sturm of The Athletic dives into whether or not he’s worth holding onto going forward. Amari Cooper’s value since arriving in Dallas, the future Xavier Woods, and more are covered in the news and notes.