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• Cowboys DT Mazi Smith going back to hybrid role at lower weight

Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images This is an important year for Mazi Smith It isn’t often that defensive coordinator changes are analyzed through the eyes of a defensive tackle, but such has been the case the last two seasons for 2023 first-round pick Mazi Smith out of Michigan. The combination of the Cowboys lacking at this position for a long time ahead of drafting Smith, not valuing it enough t...2025
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• Cowboys 2025 roster projection at the start of training camp

Photo by Jayne Kamin-Oncea/Getty Images We are going to see a lot of 53-man roster predictions over the next month. We’re just getting started with the Dallas Cowboys’ 2025 training camp. As the team’s business in Oxnard, CA gets rolling this week, our latest roster projection sets the stage for where players currently stand, where the most opportunities for change are, and who’s fighting...2025
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• Cowboys news: Micah Parsons at training camp, but didn’t really practice

Jason Parkhurst-Imagn Images The latest news and notes around the Dallas Cowboys Micah Parsons: ‘Not really much movement’ on new deal with Cowboys - Tommy Yarrish, DallasCowboys.com Micah Parsons opens up about a few things. As the Cowboys took the field for their first training camp practice on Tuesday, Micah Parsons joined his teammates on the field, but wasn’t a participant in much o...2025
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• Dallas Cowboys training camp 2025 coverage from social media: Highlights from practice #1

Photo by Jayne Kamin-Oncea/Getty Images Here is what social media had to say about Tuesday’s Dallas Cowboys practice. Here is today’s take on Day 1 of Dallas Cowboys training camp in Oxnard, with social media highlights and key moments from around camp. We start off with roster news. The @dallascowboys signed DE James Houston on Tuesday and released DE Luiji Vilain as a corresponding ro...2025
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• Cowboys pre-training camp outlook: Examining depth at each position group

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images How do you feel about the Cowboys depth entering training camp? Training camp for the Dallas Cowboys has arrived, and it’s now time to get a good look at what type of players will be donning the star this season. The team has a lot of good players, but the question will be, do they have enough good players, and are those good players spread out across the...2025
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• Cowboys polls: 5 questions to answer heading into training camp

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images What are your answers to the biggest questions about the Cowboys heading into training camp? Today we have five questions surrounding the Dallas Cowboys. As the team heads to training camp, we are polling the fanbase on these five issues along while adding some context of our own. Vote in the polls then hit the comments with your reasons. Which position...2025
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• Positional grades for the Dallas Cowboys prior to training camp

Chris Jones-Imagn Images How would you grade each position heading into training camp? The Dallas Cowboys are going to Oxnard, California for training camp. The Cowboys have two main objectives to accomplish in Oxnard. Install the playbook for both the offense and defense, and figure out who fits where to fill out the league mandated 53-man roster. Sounds simple, right!? Accomplishing thos...2025
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• 5 Cowboys who have the most to prove at training camp

Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images There are a few Cowboys who really need to have an impressive training camp. The Dallas Cowboys will kick off their first training camp of the Brian Schottenheimer era next Tuesday, and there are plenty of questions surrounding this team right now. Some players, though, will arrive in Oxnard needing to prove themselves in different ways. These five have the ...2025
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• Cowboys discussion: Pre-training camp rundown of storylines

Photo by Ric Tapia/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Here is our most recent BTB Roundtable discussion. Every week, we gather to discuss the latest news about the Dallas Cowboys and seek our writer’s perspective on each headline. Welcome back to the roundtable. This week we have David Howman, Jess Haynie, Tom Ryle and Brian Martin. With training camp right around the corner, what position b...2025
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• What to watch at Cowboys training camp at each position on defense

Chris Jones-Imagn Images What are you most interested in watching at training camp for the Cowboys defense? The Dallas Cowboys soon report to Oxnard, California for training camp with the first official practice kicking off July 22, but the pads don’t come on until about a week later on the 27th. Previously, we looked at what the story will be at each position on offense. Today, we look at...2025
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• NFL X factors for every team in the NFC in 2025

Photo by Logan Bowles/Getty Images They might not be the best players on their teams, but these players could play a huge role in the success and failure of the NFC race this year. The Philadelphia Eagles have pulled off a bit of magic in terms of roster additions in recent seasons, resulting in a superteam of sorts that came away with the Lombardi Trophy last season. For a team like the...2025
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• Blue-chip series: The players who need to have standout seasons in 2025

Chris Jones-Imagn Images There are certain players who really need to step up for the Cowboys this season. If you missed parts one and two, here is a reminder on what constitutes a “blue-chip talent.” The bare minimum should be an All-Pro level talent. Pro Bowls have become more subjective to the point where the bar to get in has been lowered. All-Pro nominations are harder to come by, c...2025
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"He was often praised by Coach Jim Harbaugh and the year served as a crucial foundation for Grant, allowing him to learn and adapt to the college game behind experienced teammates like Mazi Smith and Kris Jenkins."

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"In this case, it was again defensive tackle Mazi Smith having a strong game on the defensive interior."

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• 3 positions of need for the Cowboys heading into training camp

Tim Heitman-Imagn Images What are your three biggest questions about the Cowboys heading into training camp? It has been quite a busy offseason for the Dallas Cowboys. After making multiple trades and signing many mid-tier free agents during free agency, the team will now head to Oxnard for training camp to see how good their 2025 roster looks. In 2024, the Cowboys did most of their free a...2025
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• Cowboys discussion: DaRon Bland, Jaydon Blue, and players under pressure

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images Here is our most recent BTB Roundtable discussion. Every week, we gather the latest news about the Dallas Cowboys and seek our writer’s perspective on each headline. Welcome back to the roundtable. This week we have David Howman and Brian Martin. DaRon Bland’s contract year begins, what are your expectations for him this year and will he be with Dallas be...2025
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• What Cowboys’ recent 2nd-round picks would have looked like had Dallas used a consensus big board

Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images Here is who the Cowboys would have drafted in the second round of the last 9 drafts if they had gone by the consensus big board. Shortly before the 2025 NFL Draft, we published an article here on BTB looking at what the Cowboys’ recent first-round picks would have looked like had Dallas used a consensus big board. We found that with their first-round pick...2025
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• Cowboys news: Mazi Smith is on his 3rd coordinator and needs a breakthrough

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images The latest news surrounding the Cowboys is here. Mailbag: Mazi affected by 3rd different DC? - Nick Eatman & Patrik Walker, DallasCowboys.com Mazi Smith has dealt with a lot of change when it comes to defensive coordinators. My biggest question/concern is that Mazi Smith is being written off as a Day 1 bust, but he will now be dealing with his third de...2025
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• Cowboys news: All eyes on pending roster battles in Oxnard for training camp

Chris Jones-Imagn Images The latest and greatest Dallas Cowboys news. Luke Schoonmaker’s days in Dallas could be numbered - Richard Paolinelli, Inside The Star The Cowboys have suddenly created a lot of competition at tight end. Time Is Running Out There are actually two swords currently dangling over Schoonmaker’s head. He’s getting pushed by 2024 undrafted free agent Brevyn Spann-Ford a...2025
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• Ranking Top 5 most important Cowboys players on defense in 2025

Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports Who are Dallas' most important defensive players in 2025? The Dallas Cowboys new defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus definitely has his work cut out for him. He inherits a unit that was one of the worst in the league last year in the red zone, ranked 29th of the league in run defense, and allow the second most points. Despite all of that, the Cowboys defense is...2025
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• Cowboys news: Don’t sleep on LB Marist Liufau in 2025

Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images Your Sunday morning Cowboys news. Cowboys’ LB Room Gets a Boost with Bulked up Marist Liufau- Mario Herrera Jr., Inside the Star. Second-year linebacker is putting in the work. Dallas Cowboys LB Marist Liufau has made significant strides this offseason, both physically and mentally, positioning himself as a strong contender for a starting role in the t...2025
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• Cowboys polls: Fan confidence in Brian Schottenheimer; rookie breakout season

Kirby Lee-Imagn Images What are your answers to the biggest questions about the Cowboys right now? Each week we ask you the readers to give your opinion on five questions surrounding the Dallas Cowboys. To help you decide before you cast your vote on each question, we give opposing views on each poll, so make your vote and leave your opinions in the comment section. How confident are you i...2025
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• 3 players the Cowboys could trade before the season

Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images These players could be sent packing before the season opener. With training camp on the horizon, the Dallas Cowboys are making preparations for another summer in Oxnard, CA. Since minicamp, the Cowboys have made alterations to their roster adding some pieces. That said, the Cowboys still have holes to fill and it’s not too early to think of the future. The Cowboy...2025
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• Cowboys roundtable: Discussing team weaknesses, Micah Parsons’ contract, and WR3

Geoff Burke-Imagn Images Our latest BTB Roundtable looks to answer the biggest questions surrounding the team Every week, we gather the latest news about the Dallas Cowboys and seek our writer’s perspective on each headline. Welcome back to the roundtable. This week we have Jess Haynie, David Howman, Tom Ryle, and Brian Martin. What position is still a weakness for the Cowboys? It’s been ...2025
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• Cowboys defensive depth chart after OTAs and before mandatory minicamp

The Dallas Cowboys have completed their OTAs, which makes it a good time to look at what an updated defensive depth chart could look like. Over the last month or so, the Cowboys have had three days of rookie minicamp and nine scheduled OTAS. In that time, they’ve probably gone through most of the install of their playbooks and definitely went on a paintball trip. In addition to being teaching ses...2025
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• Cowboys news: Dallas urged to shore up the CB position by signing this former Dolphin

Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images Notable headlines surrounding America’s team. Cowboys urged to sign former PFF darling to fix major weakness - Ryan Heckman, The Landry Hat Hopefully, Jerry isn’t done adding talent. Kendall Fuller is a versatile cornerback who’s been a favorite of Pro Football Focus for a long time Say what you will about Pro Football Focus, but they have loved Fulle...2025
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• Cowboys fan poll: 5 questions on Dak Prescott, the WRs, Mazi Smith and more

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images What are your biggest questions about the Cowboys right now? Each week we ask you the readers to give your opinion on five questions surrounding the Dallas Cowboys. Cast your vote on each question and leave your opinions in the comment section. Where do you rank Dak Prescott among NFL’s starting quarterbacks? In a recent piece this week by Pro Football F...2025
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• 2023 NFL Draft grades: Why Cowboys pick' of Mazi Smith at No. 26 makes a lot of sense for Dallas defense

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• 2023 NFL Draft: Cowboys' Micah Parsons told DC Dan Quinn who he wanted before Round 1, then Dallas took him

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• NFL draft results 2023: Dallas Cowboys select Luke Schoonmaker with the 58th pick
Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports The Cowboys added help at the tight end position with Michigan prospect Luke Schoonmaker. With the 58th pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys selected Michigan tight end Luke Schoonmaker. Tight end had been a popular choice for the Cowboys after Dalton Schultz left in free agency. The tight end class was deep and the Cowboys waited to get their man...2023
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• NFL draft results 2023: Dallas Cowboys select DeMarvion Overshown with the 90th pick
Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images The Cowboys added help at the linebacker position with Texas prospect DeMarvion Overshown. With the 90th pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys selected Texas linebacker DeMarvion Overshown. The team was very thin at the position with Micah Parsons playing so much on the defensive line. A good value pick for the Cowboys. NFL.com Former safety turne...2023
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• Here's how Cowboys VP Will McClay sold team brass on making Mazi Smith the team's first-round pick

The Cowboys were debating between Smith and an offensive lineman at No. 26 overall...2023
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• Cowboys draft analysis: Dallas bolsters defensive line with DT Mazi Smith in first round
Photo by Scott W. Grau/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images After years of struggling against the run, Dallas addressed it with their top pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. The Dallas Cowboys made Michigan defensive tackle Mazi Smith the 26th pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Despite having a slew of tight ends and some other major talents available at cornerback and edge rusher, Smith joins Dallas as they...2023
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• Cowboys Draft 2023: DT Mazi Smith will wear number 58 for the Dallas Cowboys
Hailey Sutton | Twitter The first-round pick officially has a jersey number....2023
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• Cowboys first-round pick Mazi Smith to undergo precautionary MRI on knee after not practicing, per report

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• Dallas Cowboys 2025 roster bubble review: Defensive tackle

Tim Heitman-Imagn Images How do you feel about the state of the Cowboys defensive tackles? The defensive tackle position abounds with questions for the 2025 Dallas Cowboys. For some, it’s how big a role they’ll have in this year’s rotation. For others, it’s whether or not they’ll even be part of it. From almost the top down, there’s a lot of room for competition in this year’s training ca...2025
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• Examining each starting position on defense to determine where the Cowboys got better

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images Where do you think the Cowboys have improved on defense over the offseason? There have been big changes this offseason for the Dallas Cowboys. With the addition of new coaches and players, this team will have a distinct look this upcoming season. That’s a welcoming thought when you consider they didn’t perform up to snuff last year. What the team ultima...2025
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• Cowboys fan poll: 5 questions on Dak Prescott, the WRs, Mazi Smith and more
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• Cowboys news: Mike Tomlin reportedly drove decision to trade George Pickens

Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images Your Sunday morning Cowboys news. Steelers Mike Tomlin Made Final Decision To Ax George Pickens - Mike Fisher, Athlon Sports Mike Tomlin reportedly drove the decision to trade Pickens. A new report from longtime Steelers writer and Pat McAfee Show contributor Mark Kaboly claims that none other than head coach Mike Tomlin [...] wanted the talented-but-temperam...2025
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