Tag: Dallas Cowboys News and Notes

Surgeon talks Prescott, mock-draft WRs, OL ranking plummet all headline Cowboys news

Storylines for Cowboys-Bengals, where the offense needs to go next without Dak Prescott and updates on Michael Gallup nearing his return.

Moving forward from one of the difficult-to-watch season openers in recent memory is difficult for fans of the Dallas Cowboys, but the team itself must. If there’s one glimmering hope for the public to look forward to it’s linebacker Micah Parsons and the defense. Thinking back to when quarterback Cooper Rush took over against Minnesota in 2021, the defense stepped up and they will have to again for the next month to keep any hope alive while Dak Prescott is sidelined.

On the offensive side, running back Ezekiel Elliott had an efficient first outing, but the lack of volume hurt what could’ve been a big game for the Dallas workhorse. With Rush needing help on offense, a consistent Elliott could smooth out the process after the Cowboys managed to be the only team without a touchdown after Week 1.

Defensive end Tarell Basham is the most recent Cowboy to be added to the group out for Week 2 while the Cincinnati Bengals have nine players on their injury report as they head to AT&T Stadium coming off a tough loss to Pittsburgh. Storylines for Cowboys-Bengals, updates on wide receiver Michael Gallup and more in today’s news and notes.

Cowboys News: What it will take to win it all, 88 Club goes commercial

In today’s news roundup, the great 88s sit down to discuss their legacy, Prescott’s key mentality and all the updates as the season opener inches closer. | From @CDBurnett7

The hype around the season-opening rematch between the Cowboys and Buccaneers continues to build, and there’s a lot of intel to gather before helmets clash Sunday night. One of the biggest changes from the last face-off is the exponential production boost from linebacker Micah Parsons relative toD his quiet NFL debut against Tom Brady and company.

Mike McCarthy noted Parsons’ value in this game and our own Mike Crum listed “The Parsons Effect” as a key piece to cracking the code on Brady and coming out with the first win Dallas has taken over the seven-time Super Bowl champ. On the other side of the coin, there’s still a ton of reasons for concern and KD Drummond breaks down the scariest things to keep in mind for the Cowboys in 2022.

Through all the back-and-forth, quarterback Dak Prescott keeps a level head. Tough playoff losses, a ton of fresh faces at receiver and other obstacles don’t phase the seventh-year vet, who keys in despite the noise.

The 88 quartet sits down together, injury updates, and cornerback Trevon Diggs’ high praise of his fellow corners in the latest News and Notes.

Cowboys News: Parsons has ridiculous, achievable goals, Peters update

The value of Cowboys star power, how the young offensive linemen will dictate the season and the latest on Jason Peters’ status in Dallas. | From @CDBurnett7

Entering the final weekend before the 2022 season kicks off, the Cowboys  are pinning their hopes on young talent. Wide receiver Jalen Tolbert will be asked to produce with Michael Gallup out to start the season, while offensive lineman Tyler Smith has been asked to rejuvenate the offensive line.

Wide receiver CeeDee Lamb looks to explode into a game breaker, linebacker Micah Parsons breaks games like it’s going out of style. At the tight end position, it could be a complete makeover in 2023 with Dalton Schultz’s potential departure and rookies gaining ground heading into the season.

The latest on Jason Peters’ visit to Dallas, the last additions to the practice squad and where the run game stands in the latest News and Notes.

Cowboys News: Smith’s injury shakes things up in a bad way, Gallup hope continues

A hamstring injury for Tyron Smith, Michael Gallup off the PUP list and Mike McCarthy flipping his opinion on Oxnard training camp. The latest news rounded up by @CDBurnett7

The return to The Star after spending training camp in Oxnard hasn’t been a good one for the Cowboys. Dallas lost their star left tackle on Wednesday to a “severe” left hamstring injury that could derail his 2022 season for multiple months. This leaves Matt Waletzko at the position, forcing the Cowboys into the trade market.

On the bright side, wide receiver Michael Gallup is starting the 2022 season off of the PUP list, signifying a potential return in the first four games of the season for the newly-extended receiver.

Dallas found their kick returner for the foreseeable future in wide receiver KaVontae Turpin, and Bob Sturm breaks down the electric returns in SoFi Stadium while looking forward for the USFL MVP.

Expectations for the defense in 2022, the biggest move Dallas made in the offseason and Mike Mcarthy’s new love for Oxnard in the latest News and Notes.

Weekend News: Cowboys go arctic, CBs pick it and sit down

Cowboys’ 11-interception cornerbacks sit down, stock reports heading into the preseason matchup in LA and the newest helmet for Dallas. | From @CDBurnett7

Heading into the second preseason game, this time against the Chargers, where do things stand for the Dallas Cowboys’ roster? Rookie cornerback DaRon Bland is making noise in practice after an impressive preseason opener, knocking on the door of his sophomore counterparts.

Dallas unveiled their newest uniform combination for 2022; the “Arctic Cowboys” will make their first appearance in Week 17 against the Titans, who will be an interesting opponent after losing their best receiver to a NFC East division rival.

On the offensive side for the Cowboys, quarterback Dak Prescott spoke about the opportunities young receivers have been given in the preseason and continues to build on it with injuries holding back the top unit as the season approaches.

The awaited conversation between the 11-intercetpion Dallas cornerbacks Trevon Diggs and Everson Walls, stock reports and more in the latest News and Notes.

Cowboys News: Fehoko rising, where to draft WRs in fantasy

Debates over wide receiver in Dallas, a growing bond between coach and quarterback and how Anthony Barr could be a sign of help on the way. | From @CDBurnett7

The wide receiver position is the constant conversation for Cowboys camp in 2022. In the middle of it is new receiver KaVontae Turpin, whose prowess as a receiver may be overshadowed by his expertise as a returner. Special teams coordinator John Fassel sees a big role for Turpin in 2022.

Meanwhile young receiver Simi Fehoko has been a pleasant surprise at camp, with highlights and reliable tendencies during the early goings. Even still, with young players showing out, the position is a question mark with James Washington and Michael Gallup out for the start of the season.

Considering the Cowboys went out and signed linebacker Anthony Barr to boost that group with veteran talent, could the same come for receiver or will Dallas stick to their homegrown players to cover for those missing early in the season?

The story behind Jalen Tolbert wearing No. 18, the biggest 2022 matchups for cornerback Trevon Diggs and more in the latest News and Notes.

Cowboys News: Gallup won’t be ready, Diggs’ floor is lava

Lofty goals for Cowboys’ stars, the rise of Jayron Kearse and the state of the WR room with Michael Gallup’s likely absence for Week 1. | From @CDBurnett7

The Cowboys’ stars appear as hungry as ever. After linebacker Micah Parsons set lofty goals for himself, cornerback Trevon Diggs matched that mindset. When asked about his goals for 2022, the third-year corner plans to top his 11-interception sophomore showing. It’s a reflection of the personality Dan Quinn’s defense is building, including safety Jayron Kearse, whose dramatic rise is the embodiment of Dallas’ gritty defense.

On the other side of the line of scrimmage, quarterback Dak Prescott discussed age 29 being his “golden year” and didn’t hesitate to bring up the constant drive to win a Super Bowl when the microscope is on him as the Dallas quarterback.

To the sides of Prescott will largely be fresh faces come Week 1 of the regular season. Wide receiver Michael Gallup confirmed it’s far-fetched to see him Week 1 and the Cowboys have new pieces in Jalen Tolbert, James Washington and KaVontae Turpin to fill in for Gallup.

What positions still need the most help for Dallas, how Roger Staubach paved the way beyond the field and more in the latest News and Notes.

Cowboys News: Diggs’ pivotal season, Joneses and McCarthy hold court at camp

Details from the Cowboys training camp press conference, players to watch in Oxnard and what’s next for the young defensive stars in Dallas. @CDBurnett7 delivers news and notes from Tuesday.

Dallas Cowboys 2022 training camp is officially kicking into gear. After another classic press conference for team owner Jerry Jones, Stephen Jones and Mike McCarthy, we have a closer look at their feelings before the players take the field in Oxnard.

Jerry Jones never wastes his opportunity in front of the mic and that held true on Tuesday, doubling down on the questionable offseason moves and stating the team is in a better place than it was a year ago. Jones admitted he knew that there would be turnover following 2021, because of contracts. So what does that all mean for Trevon Diggs, and is the corner deserving of a big deal after this season, especially if a big contract for wide receiver CeeDee Lamb is also in play?

Coming off his Defensive Rookie of the Year season, McCarthy says Micah Parsons is leaner and still looking to improve, potentially earning the Defensive Player of the Year billing after earning second place in voting for 2021. Who will be the training camp MVP? What former Cowboy receiver could be making his return? These answers and more in the latest News and Notes.

News and Notes: Just how good are the Cowboys’ weapons in 2022?

Expectations around WR, brewing battle at RB and the return of a classic uni. @CDBurnett7 gathers the latest including their rank in skill position across the NFL.

Fans can rejoice, the Thanksgiving throwbacks are making a return for the 2022 season with the new helmet rules that allow the Cowboys to don the white helmets yet again.

With time running out for fresh faces to join the campaign, Dallas should look to add support to the offensive weapons and the trenches on the other side of the ball. The most intriguing conversation may be what’s next at receiver. CeeDee Lamb is the clear No. 1 but new talents like Jalen Tolbert and James Washington are wild cards. Add in waiting for Michael Gallup’s return and it could be a big worry early in the season.

The 2019 class is entering their contract year and running back Tony Pollard likely isn’t the only running back trying to prove themselves. Ezekiel Elliott is facing more criticism than ever and Pollard’s drive to earn big money presents a situation that could pay dividends for both.

On the defensive side, Cowboys staff writers debate where linebacker Micah Parsons will line up the most in 2022. The answers to this and more in the latest news and notes.

Cowboys News: Tolbert vs Gallup’s ghost, training camp ones to watch

Can the new 3rd-round receiver match 2018’s version of himself’s production? How to best use Elliott and Pollard and much more. | From @CDBurnett7

Oxnard is around the corner for the Cowboys and there’s a list of players to focus on for a multitude of reasons. Among them are sophomores looking to make the jump, defensive tackle Trysten Hill possibly entering his last chance in Dallas and many more.

Looking forward with tight end Dalton Schultz, is there still hope for a long-term deal with the Cowboys next summer? On top of that, is he the best tight end in the NFC East?

Regarding the pair of Dallas running backs, can offensive coordinator Kellen Moore finally find the perfect balance between Ezekiel Elliott and Tony Pollard to make the offense most efficient?

For the defense, this may be the most depth the secondary has seen since 2016, with continuity all around. This sparks a conversation as a whole, will the Cowboys defense be more reliable than the offense in 2022?

Find the answers to these questions and more in the latest News and Notes.