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Dallas Cowboys

-- Mike McCarthy Undergoing an Appendectomy --
Wed Dec 6, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Dallas Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy is undergoing an appendectomy, but expects to be able to coach this weekend.

-- Cowboys Do Not Sign Shaq Leonard... Right Now --
Tue Nov 28, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports free-agent LB Shaq Leonard left his visit with the Cowboys without a contract.

-- Cowboys to Host Shaquille Leonard --
Sun Nov 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports free-agent LB Shaquille Leonard will visit the Dallas Cowboys on Tuesday.

-- Cowboys Not Expected to Sign Shaq Leonard Right Now --
Fri Nov 24, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

CBS Sports reports the Dallas Cowboys are not expected to sign free-agent LB Shaq Leonard at this time.

-- Cowboys to Officially Sign Rashaan Evans --
Sat Nov 18, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys are signing LB Rashaan Evans, the former first-round pick, to their 53-man roster, a source said. Evans has been elevated from the practice squad the last few weeks, and several teams have been attempting to sign him off the Dallas practice squad.

-- Rico Dowdle Watch --
Thu Nov 16, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy says he would like to get RB Rico Dowdle more touches, but he is fine with the current touch distribution between the backs.

-- Leighton Vander Esch Lost for the Season; Career in Jeopardy --
Tue Nov 14, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Dallas Cowboys LB Leighton Vander Esch (neck) is lost for the rest of the season and his career is in question due to a neck injury.

-- Brandin Cooks Not Frustrated --
Thu Nov 9, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Dallas Cowboys WR Brandin Cooks is not frustrated. “Getting frustrated, all that’s going to do is affect your mentals,” Cooks said Thursday, “and go down a route that you don’t want to go down.” Cooks said “you best believe 3 will be ready” if his opportunity arises. “I truly am just going to keep trusting it,” Cooks said. “That’s who I am. In my mind, it;’s get back to work and work harder and when it comes, it’s going to come. I mean that. I really do.”

-- Cowboys Sign Martavis Bryant --
Tue Nov 7, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

Bleacher Report reports the Dallas Cowboys have signed free-agent WR Martavis Bryant to their practice squad.

-- Cowboys to Workout Martavis Bryant --
Mon Nov 6, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports free-agent veteran WR Martavis Bryant is set to work out for the Dallas Cowboys on Tuesday.

-- Jerry Jones Speaks --
Thu Oct 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys owner and GM Jerry Jones said of the Cowboys’ activity at the trade deadline, “I don’t see anything heated up to a level that would cause something to happen.”

-- Cowboys IR Two --
Mon Oct 16, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Dallas Cowboys have placed LB Leighton Vander Esch (neck) and CB C.J. Goodwin (pec) on injured reserve.

-- Cowboys IR Peyton Hendershot; Sign One --
Thu Oct 12, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys have placed TE Peyton Hendershot (ankle) on injured reserve and signed TE Sean McKeon to their active roster from their practice squad.

-- Cowboys to IR Peyton Hendershot --
Thu Oct 12, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports the Cowboys are expected to place TE Peyton Hendershot (ankle) on injured reserve.

-- Trevon Diggs Lost for the Season Due to a Torn ACL --
Thu Sep 21, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Dallas Cowboys CB Trevon Diggs (torn ACL) suffered a torn ACL in Thursday's practice and will miss the rest of the 2023 season.

-- Cowboys Release Ronald Jones --
Mon Sep 18, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports the Cowboys have released RB Ronald Jones.

-- Cowboys Extend Terence Steele --
Sun Sep 3, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Dallas Cowboys and ORT Terence Steele reached agreement on a five-year, $86.8 million contract extension that includes $50 million guaranteed, per sources. The deal has a max upside of up to $91.8 million.

-- Cowboys Acquire Noah Igbinoghene --
Tue Aug 29, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Miami Dolphins have traded former first-round CB Noah Igbinoghene to the Dallas Cowboys for former second-round CB Kelvin Joseph.

-- Cowboys Activate Jourdan Lewis --
Tue Aug 29, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys have activated CB Jourdan Lewis from the physically unable to perform list.

-- Cowboys Release Malik Davis --
Tue Aug 29, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys have waived RB Malik Davis.

-- Cowboys Release Jabril Cox --
Tue Aug 29, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys have waived LB Jabril Cox. The 2021 fourth-rounder will likely be back on the practice squad if he clears waivers.

-- Josh Ball Injury Update --
Mon Aug 28, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Dallas Cowboys OL Josh Ball (hip) injured his hip in Saturday’s final preseason game. HC Mike McCarthy said Monday that Ball’s injury is “significant” and will cost him “multiple weeks.” The Cowboys will have to decide whether to place Ball on season-ending injured reserve. If they carry him on the initial 53-player roster before placing him on IR, Ball could return at any point after four weeks.

-- Josh Ball OUT Two Months --
Sun Aug 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys OL Josh Ball (hip/groin) underwent an MRI today that revealed a soft tissue injury in hip-groin area that will sideline him about two months, a person familiar with result said. Ball is expected to avoid surgery. Still, an extensive absence is ahead for the Cowboys’ 2021 fourth-round pick. Ball is eligible to return this season if included in the initial 53-man roster Tuesday before being placed on injured reserve.

-- Cowboys Acquire Trey Lance --
Fri Aug 25, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys are in the process of completing a trade for former #3 overall pick San Francisco 49ers QB Trey Lance. For the price of a 2024 fourth-round pick and $6.25 million fully guaranteed over two seasons, Dallas gets a lottery ticket. He'll be their third-stringer now and if he develops, potentially a solid backup or more.

-- David Durden Lost for the Season --
Thu Aug 24, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys rookie WR David Durden (knee) indeed tore his ACL, as an MRI confirmed the injury. He is lost for the season.

-- Cowboys Fear David Durden Tore His ACL --
Wed Aug 23, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys rookie WR David Durden (knee) injured his knee during Wednesday night’s practice. He was carted off the practice field. Durden will undergo an MRI on Thursday, but the Cowboys fear Durden tore an anterior cruciate ligament.

-- Sam Williams Arrested Sunday --
Wed Aug 23, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Star Telegram reports Cowboys DE Sam Williams was arrested on Sunday on controlled substance and weapon charges. Frisco police arrested Williams for possession of marijuana, a low-level state felony, and the unlawful carrying of a weapon, a misdemeanor. The arrest will trigger an investigation from the NFL, which could lead to a suspension.

-- Two Cowboys Lost for the Season --
Sun Aug 20, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports it was discovered that Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarvion Overshown (knee) and TE John Stephens (knee) suffered ACL tears in the loss to Seattle after undergoing MRIs Sunday, per source. They are both lost for the season.

-- Deuce Vaughn Scores --
Sun Aug 20, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

AP reports Dallas Cowboys rookie RB Deuce Vaughn gained 14 yards on 5 carries on Saturday against the Seahawks, but did score and caught his targeted pass for -1 yards.

-- Cowboys Fear DeMarvion Overshown Tore His ACL --
Sun Aug 20, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Dallas Cowboys rookie LB DeMarvion Overshown (knee) was carted off in the first quarter of Saturday night’s preseason game in Seattle. The Cowboys fear a torn anterior cruciate ligament in the left knee of the rookie, according to multiple reports. Overshown will undergo an MRI on Sunday to confirm the initial diagnosis.

-- Micah Parsons Injures Leg --
Tue Aug 15, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Dallas Cowboys LB Micah Parsons (leg) left th=oday's practice session to have his left leg looked at by members of the training staff. Parsons had the leg wrapped, but did not return to drills. After practice was over, Parsons said that he got kicked in his leg and that he was going for further evaluation. There’s no sign of worry about a serious injury, but it wouldn’t be surprising to see the Cowboys proceed cautiously under any circumstances given the benefit of having Parsons at 100 percent in September.

-- Cowboys Give Zack Martin a Raise; He Ends Holdout --
Mon Aug 14, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Dallas Cowboys and All-Pro OG Zack Martin reached agreement on a reworked deal, per sources. The new deal will pay him north of $18 million in each of the next two years. Martin was scheduled to be at $13.5 million this year and $14 million next year, so it’s an additional $8.5+ million. Both years also have been fully guaranteed, per source. This ends his holdout.

-- Luke Schoonmaker Debuts --
Sun Aug 13, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

AP reports Dallas Cowboys rookie TE Luke Schoonmaker caught one pass for 8 yards on his lone target in his debut against the Jaguars this week.

-- Duece Vaughn Debuts & Scores --
Sun Aug 13, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

AP reports Dallas Cowboys rookie RB Duece Vaughn gained 50 yards on 8 carries, ran in for a score, and caught all three of his targets for 6 yards in the passing game. HC Mike McCarthy said the team was impressed.

-- Mazi Smith Injury Update --
Tue Aug 8, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys NT Mazi Smith (knee) underwent an MRI today after having dealt with knee discomfort in camp. “He’s fine,” a person familiar with the situation said. That is good news for the rookie first-round pick.

-- Mazi Smith Getting an MRI --
Tue Aug 8, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Dallas Cowboys first-round draft pick DT Mazi Smith (knee) isn’t practicing today here in Oxnard, and a source said he’s getting a precautionary MRI on his knee. Smith has been battling tendinitis in camp.

-- Zack Martin Holdout Watch --
Mon Aug 7, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Dallas Cowboys OG Zack Martin has missed 12 training camp practices in a contract holdout. That has amounted to $600,000 in fines the team cannot rescind. The sides have reached a stalemate: There is no sign Martin plans to report, and the Cowboys appear to have dug in their cleats with no intent to negotiate.

-- Jake Ferguson the Clear #1 TE --
Mon Aug 7, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Dallas Cowboys TE Jake Ferguson is the clear #1-TE for the team.

-- Cowboys to Release Tristan Vizcaino --
Mon Aug 7, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Dallas Cowboys will release PK Tristan Vizcaino from their 90-man roster. PK Brandon Aubrey is the only other kicker in camp with the team.

-- Cowboys to Activate Luke Schoonmaker Despite Minor Setback --
Mon Aug 7, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Dallas Cowboys rookie TE Luke Schoonmaker (foot - NFI) will come off the non-football injury list Monday and work his way into practice for the 1st time in camp. He has been dealing with plantar fascia but has stepped up his work the last week, battling through what HC Mike McCarthy called a minor setback.

-- Luke Schoonmaker Suffers Setback --
Sun Aug 6, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Dallas Cowboys rookie TE Luke Schoonmaker (foot) had a setback in his recovery from a foot injury, per HC Mike McCarthy.

-- Dak Prescott Unlikely to Play This Preseason --
Sat Aug 5, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports while a final determination has not been made, Dallas Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy said he is leaning toward not playing QB Dak Prescott in the preseason games.

-- Cowboys Extend Malik Hooker --
Fri Aug 4, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Dallas Cowboys S Malik Hooker is signing a three-year contract extension worth up to $24 million that includes an $8 million signing bonus paid in the next next 15 days and $16.5 million guaranteed. The deal ties him to the team through the 2026 season.

-- Sam Williams Injures Shoulder --
Mon Jul 31, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys DE Sam Williams (shoulder) has a shoulder strain. It’s too early to know how much time Williams will miss.

-- Ronald Jones Suspended Two Games --
Mon Jul 31, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Dallas Cowboys RB Ronald Jones has been suspended for two games for violating the league’s policy on performance-enhancing substances.

-- Trevon Diggs Has a Bruised Toe --
Sat Jul 29, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys CB Trevon Diggs (toe) will miss practice time with a bruised toe. The Cowboys hope Diggs will return to practice in the next few days. HC Mike McCarthy downplayed the situation. “We’re just being smart with it,” McCarthy said. “We don’t have concern about it.”

-- Luke Schoonmaker Rehab Update --
Sat Jul 29, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys rookie TE Luke Schoonmaker (foot) is missing start of training camp because of a foot injury that predates his time with team. HC Mike McCarthy is “definitely hopeful” that he’ll practice in Oxnard. “He’s definitely making progress, but I do not have a timeline for you.”

-- Israel Mukuamu OUT Multiple Weeks --
Thu Jul 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Dallas Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy says S Israel Mukuamu (hamstring) has a “multiple-week” injury that will sideline hium for most if not all of training camp. Mukuamu strained a hamstring. He has a chance to return in time for the season opener against the Giants.

-- Donovan Wilson Could be OUT 4-6 Weeks --
Wed Jul 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Dallas Cowboys S Donovan Wilson (calf) was diagnosed with a right calf strain that could keep him out 4-6 weeks. The Cowboys, though, do expect Wilson to return in time for the season opener against the Giants on Sept. 10.

-- Donovan Wilson Injures Calf --
Wed Jul 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Dallas Cowboys S Donovan Wilson (calf) was injured during the first practice of training camp in Oxnard, California. He limped off the field. The team’s medical staff examined Wilson in the injury tent before carting him to the locker room. Wilson will get an X-ray on his right calf.

-- Cowboys List Two --
Tue Jul 25, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Dallas Cowboys have placed CB Jourdan Lewis (foot) on the active physically unable to perform list. Rookie TE Luke Schoonmaker, the team’s second-round selection, also is rehabbing a foot injury. The Cowboys placed him on the active non-football injury list.

-- Cowboys Extend Trevon Diggs --
Tue Jul 25, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys and CB Trevon Diggs have agreed to terms on a five-year contract extension worth $97 million, as he becomes one of the highest paid CBs in the NFL, sources say. He gets a max value of $104 million.

-- Zack Martin No-Shows Camp --
Tue Jul 25, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Dallas Cowboys six-time All-Pro OG Zack Martin, who has been unhappy about the team’s lack of interest in restructuring his contract, did not report for the start of training camp, per source.

-- Zack Martin Might Hold Out --
Wed Jul 19, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports Dallas Cowboys OG Zack Martin might not report to training camp due to a contract dispute. Martin said he is “woefully underpaid relative to the market” headed into the regular season. Martin, 33, is slated to make about $14 million this year. He’s the league’s eighth highest paid guard.

-- No Long-Term Deal for Tony Pollard --
Mon Jul 17, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports no long-term deal was reach for the Dallas Cowboys and franchised RB Tony Pollard (ankle). He’s doing well in his rehab and should be fine for training camp.

-- Tony Pollard Contract Watch --
Mon Jul 17, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

CBS Sports' Josina Anderson reports talks are still ongoing between the Dallas Cowboys and signed franchised RB Tony Pollard to still make an attempt at a long-term deal, per source. ESPN adds barring a late change, both sides are not expected to reach a deal by today’s 4 p.m. franchise tag deadline, per sources.

-- Cowboys Sign Kicker --
Thu Jul 6, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys have signed PK Brandon Aubrey, who has played for the USFL's Birmingham Stallions the last two years, per sources. He made 14 of 15 FG chances and all 35 PATs in 2023. He is a Plano native, played soccer at Notre Dame. He will compete with PK Tristan Vizcaino in camp.

-- Cowboys Release Takk McKinley --
Fri Jun 9, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys have released veteran DE Takk McKinley.

-- Terence Steele Rehab Update --
Tue Jun 6, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy says OT Terence Steele (knee) might not be ready for start of training camp. “We’ll have to see when we get to Oxnard,” he said. Steele had knee surgery in December following tears to ACL, MCL and MPFL.

-- Cowboys Host N'Keal Harry --
Tue Jun 6, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports free-agent WR N'Keal Harry visited with the Dallas Cowboys this week.

-- Cowboys in No Hurry to Sign a Kicker --
Mon Jun 5, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports the plan is for the Dallas Cowboys to add a kicker before training camp, but Stephen Jones says they “don’t have anything that’s dialed in, ready to go right now."

-- Cowboys Release Antonio Callaway --
Mon Jun 5, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports the Dallas Cowboys have released WR Antonio Callaway.

-- Cowboys Shun DeAndre Hopkins --
Mon Jun 5, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Dallas Cowboys will not be signing free-agent WR DeAndre Hopkins. "He’s not on this team right now,” Stephen Jones said. “We went down the road with WR Brandin Cooks. We’re very comfortable with Cooks. We’re pleased with our receiving group.”

-- Antonio Callaway Arrested --
Sat Jun 3, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

Fox Sports reports Dallas Cowboys WR Antonio Callaway was arrested in Miami on Saturday. Callaway had a warrant for driving with a suspended license and failing to pay. He signed with the Cowboys’ practice squad last November, but did not play in a game. The Cowboys signed him to a futures contract in January.

-- Luke Schoonmaker Limited Due to Plantar Fascia --
Thu Jun 1, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Dallas Cowboys rookie TE Luke Schoonmaker (foot) is wearing a protective boot on his right foot. He’s dealing with a case of plantar fascia that has limited his work in the OTAs.

-- Tony Pollard Rehab Update --
Thu Jun 1, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys RB Tony Pollard (ankle) said he’s ahead of schedule in his rehab. His plan is to be ready for the start of training camp.

-- Michael Gallup Feeling Much Better --
Sat May 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott said earlier this week that WR Michael Gallup is back to himself. He expects to return to form this season, his sixth in Dallas. “I’m very confident I’ll be that guy, for sure,” Gallup said. “Very confident. It just feels different. It’s kind of like in the air. I ain’t going to lie to you. I’m smiling every time I walk in that facility.” Gallup said he feels “springy again” at organized team activities. He was “thinking too much” last season, with his knee still bothering him.

-- Tony Pollard Watch --
Thu May 25, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys RB Tony Pollard (leg) has been able to participate in the reduced-tempo OTA schedule, per HC Mike McCarthy. Pollard suffered a fibula fracture in the Jan. 22nd playoff loss to the 49ers.

-- Michael Gallup Confident --
Thu May 18, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Dallas Cowboys WR Michael Gallup says he's very confident he can return to the player he was prior to suffering a torn ACL in January 2022.

-- Cowboys Sign All Eight Drafted Rookies --
Thu May 11, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Dallas Cowboys have signed all eight drafted rookies.

-- Cowboys Sign 1st-Rounder Mazi Smith --
Thu May 11, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Dallas Cowboys have signed 1st-round draft pick DT Mazi Smith to a four-year contract with a 5th-year team option.

-- Cowboys Sign 2nd-Rounder Luke Schoonmaker --
Thu May 11, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Dallas Cowboys have signed second-round draft pick TE Luke Schoonmaker to a four-year contract.

-- Cowboys Sign 6th-Rounder Eric Scott Jr. --
Thu May 11, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys have signed 6th-round draft pick CB Eric Scott Jr. to a four-year contract.

-- Cowboys Release Three --
Mon Apr 24, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Dallas Cowboys have waived TE Ian Bunting and DB Isaac Taylor-Stuart with failed physical designations. They also released LB Devante Bond.

-- Cowboys Pick Up 5th-Year Option on CeeDee Lamb --
Thu Apr 20, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports multiple people with knowledge of the contract talks said the Cowboys picked up the fifth year option on WR CeeDee Lamb.

-- Cowboys Re-Sign Terence Steele --
Thu Apr 20, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Dallas Cowboys OT Terence Steele has signed his second-round RFA tender.

-- Brandin Cooks Impresses Dak Prescott --
Thu Apr 20, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott said that he had just finished his first throwing session with WR Brandin Cooks. The Cowboys acquired Cooks in a trade with the Texans last month and Prescott said he was impressed by what he saw from the veteran wideout. “It’s exciting, I’ll say that. It was very exciting to throw with him today. The guy is different. That is real speed,” Prescott said.

-- Cowboys to Host Two --
Mon Apr 3, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys will host at least two prospects on pre-draft visits tomorrow, with Clemson LB Trenton Simpson and Tennessee WR Jalin Hyatt coming to visit, sources say.

-- Cowboys Hosting Zay Flowers --
Mon Apr 3, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Boston College WR Zay Flowers is on a Top 30 visit with the Dallas Cowboys today, per source.

-- Cowboys Work Out Laquon Treadwell --
Fri Mar 31, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

KPRC2 reports the Dallas Cowboys worked out free-agent WR Laquon Treadwell on Friday.

-- Cowboys to Sign Jonathan Hankins --
Wed Mar 29, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports free-agent DT Jonathan Hankins is re-signing with the Dallas Cowboys for a one-year contract, per source. The deal is worth $1.165 million.

-- Cowboys Could Re-Sign Ezekiel Elliott --
Mon Mar 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Dallas Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy didn't close the door on RB Ezekiel Elliott possibly returning to Dallas. "Yeah, definitely," he responded when asked if the door was still open. "I think you always keep the door open. Absolutely."

-- Ezekiel Elliott Eyeing Three Teams --
Thu Mar 23, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports free-agent RB Ezekiel Elliott has narrowed down his options about where to play to the Eagles, Jets, or Bengals, and he would like to make his decision about where to sign by the end of next week, per sources.

-- Cowboys Officially Re-Sign Tony Pollard --
Thu Mar 23, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports RB Tony Pollard has signed his franchise tag with the Dallas Cowboys. He's due $10.091 million this year. Pollard and the Cowboys now have until July 17th to negotiate a long-term deal.

-- Cowboys Re-Sign Takk McKinley --
Wed Mar 22, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Dallas Cowboys have re-signed DE Takk McKinley.

-- Cowboys to Re-Sign Dante Fowler --
Tue Mar 21, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports the Cowboys will re-sign DE Dante Fowler to a one-year contract, according to a person with knowledge of the signing.

-- Cowboys Sign Ronald Jones --
Tue Mar 21, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys have signed free-agent RB Ronald Jones to a one-year contract.

-- Cowboys Sign Chuma Edoga --
Tue Mar 21, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys have signed free-agent OT Chuma Edoga to a one-year contract.

-- Cowboys Re-Sign One --
Tue Mar 21, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Dallas Cowboys has re-signed RB Rico Dowdle.

-- Brandin Cooks Restructures --
Mon Mar 20, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys have restructured WR Brandin Cooks contract, turning $8 million of his $12 million base salary into signing bonus. His salary is now $4 million. He will count $6 million against the cap. He is still making the $18 million he was guaranteed in 2023 with Houston paying him $6 million.

-- Cowboys to Host Three --
Sun Mar 19, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports the Cowboys are set to host free-agents RB Ronald Jones, LB Travin Hosward, and OL Chuma Edoga on Monday.

-- Source: Cowboys Likely OUT on OBJ --
Sun Mar 19, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Ed Werder reports the trade for WR Brandin Cooks likely takes the Dallas Cowboys out of the competition for free-agent WR Odell Beckham Jr., a team source said.

-- Cowboys Acquire Brandin Cooks --
Sun Mar 19, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Houston Texans are trading WR Brandin Cooks to the Dallas Cowboys for a 5th-round draft pick this year and a 6th-rounder next year. PFT adds the Texans have agreed to pay $6 million of Cooks' salary in order to make the trade happen. The Cowboys will pay the other $12 million. Cooks is signed through 2024. He has a base salary of $13 million and a roster bonus of $3 million next year.

-- Cowboys to Re-Sign Cooper Rush --
Fri Mar 17, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys are re-signing QB Cooper Rush, a source says. It’s a two-year deal for $6 million max. The first year and signing bonus are fully guaranteed.

-- Cowboys Re-Sign C.J. Goodwin --
Thu Mar 16, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Dallas Cowboys have re-signed CB C.J. Goodwin to a one-year contract.

-- Tyron Smith's Restructured Contract Details --
Thu Mar 16, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Dallas Cowboys OT Tyron Smith's restructured deal includes a $3 million signing bonus and a $3 million guaranteed base salary. He can earn a lot more through a $9 million playtime incentive and a $2 million playoff incentive. It cleared $9.6 million in 2023 cap space for Dallas.

-- Tyron Smith Accepts Pay Cut --
Wed Mar 15, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys have reworked the one-year contract for OT Tyron Smith, who will return to the team in 2023. Smith has worked with the team on a contract that is cap-friendly but has play-time incentives as well.

-- Cowboys Officially Releasing Ezekiel Elliott --
Wed Mar 15, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys have informed former NFL rushing champ RB Ezekiel Elliott that they are releasing him. He’ll be designated as a post-June 1st release to create cap space.

-- Adios Ezekiel Elliott? --
Wed Mar 15, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports sources close to the situation say the Cowboys are expected to release veteran RB Ezekiel Elliott.

-- Cowboys to Re-Sign Leighton Vander Esch --
Tue Mar 14, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys are re-signing LB Leighton Vander Esch to a two-year contract worth $11 million, per a source.

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