
Cowboys Edge Colts 27-23 in Week 9
Dallas rallies late with a fourth-quarter lead and holds on to improve to 4-5 on the season.
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Dallas rallies late with a fourth-quarter lead and holds on to improve to 4-5 on the season.
November 7, 2026
Cowboys Place Malachi Lawrence on Injured ReserveDallas activates Marist Liufau from injured reserve as Lawrence, the 23rd overall pick, faces at least four games out with a high-ankle sprain.
November 7, 2026
SMU Routs Virginia Tech 51-28 Behind JenningsKevin Jennings threw for 350 yards and four touchdowns as SMU stays unbeaten at home in the ACC.
November 7, 2026
Cowboys Quiet on Trade Market Before DeadlineStephen Jones says Dallas is seeing little trade activity as the NFL deadline approaches and no deal is imminent.
November 7, 2026
Baldinger Calls Parsons Trade Cowboys' Dumbest MoveInsider Brian Baldinger criticized Dallas for trading Micah Parsons to Green Bay, arguing the defense now lacks pass rush.
November 6, 2026
Cowboys Hopeful Porter, Pickens Play ColtsDallas coach Brian Schottenheimer says CB Joey Porter Jr. and WR George Pickens will be limited but he is optimistic both can suit up in Week 9.
November 6, 2026
SMU Faces Virginia Tech in ACC Road GameVirginia Tech visits Gerald J. Ford Stadium on Friday in an ACC matchup where SMU's offense and defense face key questions.
November 6, 2026
Cowboys Linebackers Lead Defense in InterceptionsDallas has three interceptions this season, all by linebackers, while its cornerbacks and safeties have none.
November 6, 2026
Cowboys Offense Stalls in Overtime LossDallas's inconsistent offense has drawn scrutiny as the team prepares for Sunday's game against Indianapolis.
November 5, 2026
Parker Says Cowboys Need More From BlandDallas defensive coordinator Christian Parker said the team needs better play from cornerback DaRon Bland, whose passer rating allowed has climbed this season.
November 4, 2026
Cowboys Defense Must Execute, Williams SaysQuinnen Williams stressed execution repeatedly as the 3-5 Cowboys prepare to face the Indianapolis Colts.
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