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Lions to ask NFL to review unnecessary roughness penalty for tackle on Ezekiel Elliott

Lions DT A'Shawn Robinson was flagged for unnecessary roughness for a tackle on Ezekiel Elliott.

Arthur Weinstein

Cowboys tackle Tyron Smith suffers sprained MCL against Lions

Pro Bowl left tackle Tyron Smith has a sprained MCL and will miss the Cowboys' season finale, but will be ready for the playoffs.

Arthur Weinstein

Cowboys fan explains viral sign about being dumped by fiance

Brenna Clanton, a huge Cowboys fan, said her ex-fiance missed out on the Detroit-Dallas game when he dumped her via text message.

Gabrielle McMillen

Oddsmakers expect Cowboys, Giants and Steelers to play backups in Week 17

The playoff positions of the Cowboys, Giants and Steelers are solidified, so there are questions about how much their key starters will play Sunday.

Marcus Dinitto

He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 16

As some NFL teams are preparing for the playoffs, other clubs such as the Jets, Rams and Vikings are a mess with one week remaining.

Ron Clements

Lions on brink of elimination following blowout loss to Cowboys

The Lions could have clinched a playoff spot Monday. Instead they'll be facing elimination next week.

Ron Clements

Lions DT A'Shawn Robinson flagged for tackling Ezekiel Elliott too hard

The Lions were the victims of an egregiously bad call Monday night against the Cowboys.

Ron Clements

Cowboys' Jason Garrett puts fantasy owner minds at ease with starter decision

Breathe easy, fantasy owners. Jason Garrett says he'll play Ezekiel Elliott and Dak Prescott as normal Monday night vs. the Lions.

Marcus Dinitto

Will Cowboys give QB Romo reps?

What good would it do to play Tony Romo with his backside protected by a third-stringer while throwing to a backup, too?

Bob Hille

NFC North battle flexed to Sunday night as NFL adjusts regular-season finale

The Packers and Lions will be playing for the NFC North championship in primetime.

Ron Clements

The Blitz Read: Brutal Week 16 for playoff-bound Raiders, Seahawks

The Raiders and Seahawks both saw star players go down with broken legs. The Titans lost quarterback Marcus Mariota to the same injury.

Ron Clements

Ezekiel Elliott gives Cowboys offensive line extravagant Christmas gift

Dallas' rookie running back clearly is thankful for his offensive line.

Jordan Heck

Weekend NFL Kickoff: Giants among several teams hoping to clinch playoff spots

Thursday's Giants-Eagles game kicks off a Week 16 slate chock-full of playoff implications.

Ron Clements

Troy Aikman gushes over Dak Prescott: ‘He is the future’

“I said this was the most impressive young player I’ve ever been around at the position."

Bob Hille

Man fatally stabs stepmom for ‘gloating’ about Cowboys win, police say

The Austin, Texas, man told police that his stepmother was "disrespecting his father and gloating" about the Cowboys' Sunday night win.

Bob Hille

Pro Bowl rosters headed by Raiders, Falcons players

The 2017 Pro Bowl will be played at Orlando's Camping World Stadium on Jan. 29 at 8 p.m. ET.

Ron Clements

Ezekiel Elliott pledges $21K to Salvation Army after kettle jump

The Salvation Army credited Elliott's touchdown celebration Sunday night for a significant spike in donations Monday.

Brandon Schlager

Dez Bryant has a message for 'fake Cowboys fans'

After calls to bench Dak Prescott, Dez Bryant is defending his quarterback.

Jordan Heck

Ezekiel Elliott's Salvation Army kettle celebration applauded, not fined

Ezekiel Elliott will not be fined for his Salvation Army kettle celebration, much to the chagrin of Jerry Jones.

Joe Rodgers

The Blitz Read: AFC South a jumbled mess with two games remaining

Thanks to a pair of improbable wins, the Titans and Texans are 8-6, but the Colts are right behind them after Sunday's win in Minnesota.

Ron Clements

Jerry Jones admits to purposely fueling Cowboys' QB controversy

The Cowboys owner has stood by Tony Romo, even through rookie Dak Prescott's successes, but it appears he had an agenda.

Alec Brzezinski

Giants likely to get fined for walkie-talkie use in Cowboys game

The NFL is expected to fine the Giants for coach Ben McAdoo’s use of a walkie-talkie during last Sunday's win over Dallas.

Marcus Dinitto

Weekend NFL Kickoff: Seahawks among teams with chance to clinch

The Seahawks can clinch the NFC West with a win Thursday over a dysfunctional Rams team that has lost eight of nine and four straight.

Ron Clements

Jameis Winston agrees to settle civil lawsuit with rape accuser

The Buccaneers quarterback has "reached a compromise with contingencies" with the woman who accused him of rape in 2012.

Brandon Schlager

He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 14

The biggest news of the day was the decision of the Rams to fire Jeff Fisher, who is not the scapegoat for the team's 4-9 record.

Ron Clements

Jason Garrett quashes potential Dallas QB controversy, says choice is 'simple'

Garrett reiterated owner Jerry Jones' insistence that Dak Prescott will remain the Cowboys' starting quarterback.

Alec Brzezinski

Jerry Jones doesn't want to hear your cries for Tony Romo over Dak Prescott

The Cowboys owner refuses to bail on Dak Prescott after the rookie's worst game this season.

Bob Hille

Cowboys leave Lucky Whitehead in Dallas after another missed meeting

Lucky Whitehead apparently has a meeting attendance problem.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Jerry Jones thinks Tony Romo will help Cowboys win Super Bowl

Jones also thinks he can convince Romo to stay with the team next year.

Gabrielle McMillen

Emmitt Smith on Ezekiel Elliott: 'I'm loving what I'm seeing. I am inspired'

Former Cowboys running back Emmitt Smith knows a thing or two about being a top dog in the NFL, and he says Elliott is elite.

Gabrielle McMillen

Weekend Kickoff: NFL playoff berths hinge on Cardinals-Dolphins game

The Raiders, Patriots and Seahawks can clinch playoff spots this weekend — with some help.

Ron Clements

Randy Gregory barred from Cowboys practice

The Cowboys have surged to an 11-1 record this season, but their pass rush is lacking with just 23 sacks.

Travis Durkee

Cowboys’ Rolando McClain suspended indefinitely, NFL future in doubt

Rolando McClain's return to the NFL seems doubtful at this point.

Marcus Dinitto

Mike Zimmer won't coach Vikings against Cowboys after emergency eye surgery

The Vikings announced Mike Priefer will take over coaching duties for now.

Ron Clements

Weekend Kickoff: Cowboys look to stay hot before weekend of inter-conference matchups

If the Cowboys can win at Minnesota on Thursday, they can be the first team this season to clinch a playoff berth.

Ron Clements

Vikings coach Mike Zimmer has emergency eye surgery

The Vikings announced Wednesday that Zimmer may not be available for Thursday's game against the Cowboys.

Ron Clements

Cowboys-Redskins game draws record viewership for Fox Sports

The Thanksgiving game was the most-watched regular-season NFL game in Fox Sports history.

Bob Hille

Josh Norman-Dez Bryant trash talk leads to scuffle after Redskins-Cowboys game

The two were going back and forth for much of the game, and the animosity continued after the final play.

Ron Clements

Redskins' Jordan Reed separates AC joint, returns to catch two TDs vs. Cowboys

The Redskins' top pass-catcher fell hard on his left shoulder in the second quarter. He was "questionable" to return, the team said. He returned in the second half.

Brandon Schlager

Michael Irvin wants Cowboys to lose to Redskins

The Hall of Fame wide receiver thinks his former teams needs a loss to "re-identify, refocus."

Kirstie Chiappelli

Weekend Kickoff: Playoff implications loom large on Thanksgiving

For the first time since 1935, each game played on Thanksgiving Day will feature teams with records of .500 or better.

Ron Clements

NFL Thanksgiving games: Schedule, who's playing and how to watch

NFL games scheduled to be played on Thanksgiving in 2016 include Lions-Vikings, Cowboys-Redskins and Steelers-Colts.

Jordan Heck

Skip Bayless 'dumbfounded' Troy Aikman got upset over gay claim

Skip Bayless wants to bury the feud between him and former Cowboys quarterback Troy Aikman.

Jordan Heck

Redskins' Robert Kelley dishes 'Dallas Cowgirls' trash talk for Thanksgiving rivalry fodder

Riding high off a three-touchdown performance Monday night, the rookie got a little carried away talking about the key NFC East tilt.

Brandon Schlager

He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 11

Steve Smith may be destined for the Pro Football Hall of Fame, but that doesn't mean the veteran receiver has the respect of his opponents.

Ron Clements

Charles Woodson calls out Cowboys QB Tony Romo for his 'selfish' speech

The retired cornerback thought Tony Romo's emotional speech was a bit much.

Jordan Heck

Ray Lewis apologizes to Joe Flacco in the most Ray Lewis of ways

Ray Lewis took to Twitter on Monday to apologize to Joe Flacco for criticizing the Ravens QB's personality and lack of passion.

Marcus Dinitto

After Sunday, Cowboys rookie has 'no respect' for Ravens' Steve Smith

Anthony Brown probably can expect to hear back from Steve Smith.

Jordan Heck

Just what the heck's wrong with NFL kickers?

NFL kickers combined to miss 12 extra points Sunday, including a pair of misses by Giants kicker Robbie Gould and Cincinnati's Mike Nugent.

Ron Clements

Cowboys are running out of milestones to reach this season

The Cowboys strengthened their case to be put at the top of NFL power rankings with a solid win over the Ravens.

Marcus Dinitto

Joe Flacco doesn't care what Ray Lewis thinks of his personality

The two former teammates aren't friends, Lewis said. Flacco doesn't seem to mind.

Steven J. Gaither

Weekend NFL Kickoff: Saints, Panthers eager to play despite short week

For the Saints and Panthers, who are both coming off gut-wrenching losses Sunday, this week’s game offers a chance to erase a bad taste.

Ron Clements

Terrell Suggs tries to fool Dak Prescott as 'Hacksaw Smithers'

Dak Prescott may be a rookie, but he wasn't exactly fooled by Sizzle's alter ego.

Ron Clements

Jerry Jones seems willing to keep Tony Romo, even with his big backup QB cost

Jerry Jones has paid a lot for backup quarterbacks over the years, and now former starter Tony Romo falls into that category.

Gabrielle McMillen

He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 10

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones won't give up on one of his troubled players while the Browns are hoping to welcome back their original 2016 QB.

Ron Clements

NFL Week 10 Local Headlines: Twinkle-toes Parks thanks ballet for PAT return

Week 10 of the NFL season delivered as nine of Sunday's games were decided by a score.

Nicholas McGee

Ben Roethlisberger appears to be putting blame on young Steelers players

Big Ben things the Steelers are "undisciplined."

Jordan Heck

The Blitz Read: Does anyone want to win the NFC South or North?

The NFC South was 1-3 on Sunday while the North teams were 0-3 as the Detroit Lions were on their bye.

Ron Clements

Tony Romo to return Week 11 as Dak Prescott's backup

Riding an eight-game win streak, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones insists there's no quarterback dilemma.

Brandon Schlager

Emotional Dez Bryant has 'special' night following death of father

The Dallas receiver's 50-yard touchdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers Sunday was a tribute to his late father.

Ron Clements

Stephen Jones believes Tony Romo would accept backup QB role

Jones, the Cowboys' executive vice president, believes Romo would accept being a backup with Dak Prescott in form.

Alec Brzezinski

Steelers' Antonio Brown's latest cleats are touching tribute to Pat Tillman

During warmups before the Steelers' game against the Cowboys, Antonio Brown will wear custom cleats honoring Pat Tillman.

Gabrielle McMillen

Randy Gregory reportedly fails (another) drug test, faces 1-year suspension

The Cowboys defensive end is currently serving the second of two suspensions for violating the league's substance abuse policy.

Gabrielle McMillen

Roger Staubach: Cowboys' locker room belongs to Dak Prescott

The Cowboys are having one of their most successful seasons in years, something legend Roger Staubach attributes to Dak Prescott.

Gabrielle McMillen

Weekend Kickoff: Five reasons to watch the Browns-Ravens, seriously

Against an opponent the Browns know very well, they could get their first win. Do you really want to miss that?

Ron Clements

Ben Roethlisberger on concussions: 'You can't replace a brain'

Roethlisberger self-reported a concussion last season. He explained why Wednesday on the MMQB Podcast.

Ron Clements

Ben Roethlisberger sees plenty of similarities in Cowboys' Dak Prescott

Big Ben sees a lot of himself in the Dallas rookie.

Jordan Heck

Ben Roethlisberger's message to uneasy Steelers fans: It's only 'halftime'

Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger on Tuesday channeled his inner Aaron Rodgers.

Ron Clements

Cowboys never going to have QB situation 'totally sorted out,' Jerry Jones says

Dak Prescott or Tony Romo? "We're going to play it by ear, play it as it comes. We can do that," the Cowboys owner says.

Bob Hille

He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 9

There is a growing distrust of the NFL by players and Monday night's game did little to remedy that.

Ron Clements

LeBron James: 'Don't take the fun away' from the NFL

LeBron James says he's not exactly sure why NFL TV ratings are down, but he hates to see the fun taken away from the game.

Arthur Weinstein

Jerry Jones not worried about new Ezekiel Elliott allegations

The woman who accused Elliott of abusing her in July in Columbus, Ohio, alleged the two were involved in a previous physical altercation.

Joe Rodgers

The Blitz Read: Special teams on the uptick past the NFL midway point

Sunday was a special kind of day in the NFL. That was either a good thing or a bad thing, depending on the team.

Ron Clements

Cowboys, Browns each get player ejected on opening series

The Browns got a field goal on their opening drive, but will have to play the rest of the game without their starting center.

Ron Clements

Browns give rookie QB Cody Kessler starting nod over Josh McCown

The rookie is back on the mend and back in the starting lineup as the Browns look to the future.

Steven J. Gaither

Weekend Kickoff: Bucs-Falcons start off division showdowns

We’re more than halfway through the season and nearly every division is still up for grabs.

Ron Clements

Nelson Agholor actually cares about catching footballs, apologizes for 'drops' comments

Two days after his coach said he was disappointed in him, the receiver issued a mea culpa on Wednesday.

Ron Clements

Ezekiel Elliott's attorney wants us to stop talking about investigation

The Cowboys' star rookie was cleared of domestic charges but could still face punishment from the NFL.

Scott Ridge

Jerry Jones hints Dak Prescott will remain starter after Romo returns

Prescott has a 99.6 passer rating and 13 total touchdowns so far this season.

Alec Brzezinski

Ezekiel Elliott already better than Emmitt Smith, former NFL star says

"Emmitt was a good running back, but I wouldn't go so far as to say he was a great running back," the former Eagles Pro Bowl LB says.

Bob Hille

He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 8

Does the NFL have an officiating problem? The overwhelming response from coaches and players is yes.

Ron Clements

Eagles' Pederson disappointed in WR

Eagles receiver Nelson Agholor had four costly drops in his team's 29-23 overtime loss to the Cowboys.

Ron Clements

Cowboys' Morris Claiborne set to undergo hernia surgery, report says

Claiborne was selected by the Cowboys with the No. 6 pick in the 2012 NFL Draft.

Alec Brzezinski

NFL Week 8 Headlines: If you like to rip kickers, Josh Norman says 'you suck'

Kickers came under fire again Sunday after some big misses, while the Bengals and Redskins traveled to London for a tie.

Nicholas McGee

Jerry Jones confident Ezekiel Elliott won't face suspension

The Cowboys owner says he's been told the rookie running back is getting "a total clean bill of health" in the domestic violence probe.

Bob Hille

The Blitz Read: Tom Brady, Matt Ryan, Derek Carr top list of early MVP candidates

Several of the league's top quarterbacks led their respective teams to big victories on Sunday.

Ron Clements

Dak Prescott rebounds in time to rally Cowboys past Eagles in OT

The Tony Romo whispers, swirling for weeks now, grew to a dull roar by the third quarter. Then came a reminder as to why there's any debate.

Brandon Schlager

NFL reportedly interviews Ezekiel Elliott about domestic violence allegations

The Cowboys running back was not charged following an accusation of domestic violence. But the NFL still wants to hear his side.

Ron Clements

NFL Weekend Kickoff: Games have been bad, sure, but they’ve been close

A near-record number of games through the first seven weeks have been decided by seven points or fewer.

Ron Clements

Dak Prescott to start post-bye; Tony Romo could be out at least 3 more weeks

Dak Prescott has impressed as Dallas' starting quarterback this season, and could keep the job even after Romo returns.

Alec Brzezinski

He Said What?! This coach threw his team under the bus

One coach ripped his team for how they finished the game, while two others are calling for instant relay for pass interference. The best quotes from NFL Week 6.

Ron Clements

Prescott puts grandma over money

Dak Prescott has had a record-breaking start to his NFL career. And companies are lining up to get a piece.

Ron Clements

Aaron Rodgers' plan to cope with Packers' loss involves alcohol

The Packers quarterback will turn to his cabinet of scotch.

Jordan Heck

Dez Bryant says he's 'playing against Philly' following decisive Cowboys victory

The former Pro Bowl wide receiver, confined to the sideline for much of the Dallas' impressive 5-1 start, is ready to rejoin the party.

Brandon Schlager

Packers RB James Starks to miss multiple weeks following knee surgery

James Starks injured his knee in Tuesday's practice and then had a death in his family this week.

Ron Clements

Cowboys win with ease at Lambeau behind Ezekiel Elliott, Dak Prescott

The Cowboys win spoiled the day for Packers fans at the stadium to celebrate the ring ceremony of Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre.

Ron Clements

Rookie Dak Prescott passes Tom Brady for an NFL record

Dak Prescott passed Tom Brady for the NFL record for consecutive pass attempts without an interception at the start of a career.

Ron Clements

Packers need Randall Cobb at running back against Cowboys

The Packers have just one active running back as they prepare to take on the Cowboys.

Steven J. Gaither

Jerry Jones seems to be changing his mind about Cowboys QB

Jerry Jones seemed sold on starting Tony Romo, but the Dallas owner's most recent comments are more vague.

Jordan Heck

Unstoppable Cowboys running game, meet immovable Packers rush defense

Why Sunday's game between Dallas and Green Bay will be a strength-on-strength matchup.

Ron Clements

Cowboys paint clearer picture for Tony Romo return target

Dallas thinks Tony Romo will be at full health sooner than later.

Gabrielle McMillen

Cowboys icon Roger Staubach is a huge Dak Prescott fan

Roger Staubach explains why Dallas has "a wonderful quarterback of the future."

Bob Hille

Witten reacts to Bennett

The Cowboys tight end takes the high road.

Jordan Heck

Weekend Kickoff Week 6: NFL playoff hopefuls face must-win situations

Since the AFL-NFL merger in 1970, only 12 teams that began the season 1-4 went on to make the playoffs.

Ron Clements

Dak Prescott and Ezekiel Elliott are already in the Hall of Fame

Jerseys from Ezekiel Elliott and Dak Prescott were put in the Hall of Fame Wednesday after they eclipsed records last week.

Alec Brzezinski

Brett Favre thinks Tony Romo should volunteer to ride the bench

Dak Prescott should continue as the starter in Dallas, according to Brett Favre.

Jordan Heck

He Said What?! Best Week 5 quotes

Often NFL players are called heroes or their play is referred to as heroic. But one NFL player said he was inspired by a super hero Sunday.

Ron Clements

The Blitz Read: Vikings victorious to remain NFL's only undefeated team

The Vikings remain unbeaten. Tom Brady returned. Dak Prescott shined again. Carson Wentz and the Eagles saw their perfect streaks snapped.

Ron Clements

Jerry Jones reiterates Tony Romo is Cowboys' 'No. 1 quarterback'

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is sticking by Tony Romo as his starting quarterback when he returns from injury.

Alec Brzezinski

Cowboys follow Dak Prescott, Ezekiel Elliott in blowout of Bengals

Rookie Dak Prescott turned in another masterful performance Sunday as the Dallas Cowboys picked apart the Cincinnati Bengals.

Ron Clements

Pacman Jones talks smack

Ahead of the Bengals' game with the Cowboys, Pacman Jones said his daughter could run through holes opened by the Dallas offensive line.

Gabrielle McMillen

Cowboys giving practice squad QB a spot on the 53-man roster

Jameill Showers made Dallas' practice squad as a QB, but is making a change to safety.

Jordan Heck

Weekend Kickoff: Expected contenders dealing with QB shuffle

Who could have predicted the two teams that played in January’s NFC championship game would both be 1-3 after four games?

Ron Clements

Tyler Eifert's latest back injury casts doubt on status of return

The Cincinnati Bengals may be without Pro Bowl tight end Tyler Eifert longer than expected.

Ron Clements

Former Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders director, NFL pioneer dies

Suzanne Mitchell helped grow the Cowboys cheerleaders into an internationally recognized phenomenon in the 1970s and '80s.

Scott Ridge

Cowboys' Dez Bryant claims he's 'America's most hated'

Dez Bryant is calling BS on a report that claims he habitually skips team meetings.

Jordan Heck

NFL Week 4 Headlines: Panthers not dwelling on loss of Josh Norman; no panic in New England

We look at the headlines from Week 4 of the NFL season, which was defined by close finishes and more injuries.

Nicholas McGee

The Blitz Read: For Panthers, Cardinals, what a difference a year makes

Even the Patriots and Broncos were not immune to misfortune Sunday, a rough day for each of last year's NFL semifinalists in different ways.

Brandon Schlager

49ers' NaVorro Bowman carted off field with leg injury

Trainers were checking NaVorro Bowman's Achilles tendon after he left the 49ers game with the Cowboys in the third quarter.

Arthur Weinstein

Cowboys' Randy Gregory suspended for additional 10 games

Gregory's suspension will be added to the four-game penalty he's currently serving for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy.

Gabrielle McMillen

Cowboys WR Dez Bryant fined by team for skipping meetings, MRI, per reports

The Cowboys gave their star wide receiver a slap on the wrist after he delayed an MRI on his fractured knee.

Brandon Schlager

Dez Bryant's knee injury won't keep him out 'for an extended period'

Dez Bryant is considered day-to-day.

Jordan Heck

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones reminisces about buying Beyonce a coat

Jerry Jones and Beyonce are totes BFFs.

Jordan Heck

He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 3

The Eagles are one of five unbeaten NFL teams through three weeks, and the hype around rookie quarterback Carson Wentz continues to grow.

Ron Clements

Anthony Davis retires from football for second time

When Anthony Davis stepped away from football last year, he wanted to "let his brain and body heal." He decided Monday to retire for good.

Ron Clements

Cowboys' La'el Collins going on IR with torn ligament in foot

The Cowboys will be without one of their starting offensive linemen most of the season.

Ron Clements

Bears' Jeremy Langford out at least a month with sprained ankle

Chicago Bears running back Jeremy Langford is out 4 to 6 weeks with a sprained ankle.

Steven J. Gaither

Bears coach John Fox won't guarantee Jay Cutler keeps starting job

Jay Cutler has been the starting quarterback for the Bears since 2009, but that doesn't mean his job is secure.

Ron Clements

NFL Week 3 headlines: From savvy Carson Wentz to 's—y' Jets

Here's a look at some of the local headlines from around the NFL this weekend.

Nicholas McGee

The Blitz Read: Turnovers help Bills, Vikings pull off upsets of NFC favorites

Three weeks into the season, both the Panthers and Cardinals are 1-2 while the Vikings, Eagles, Ravens, Patriots and Broncos are 3-0.

Ron Clements

Dak Prescott, Ezekiel Elliott shine again as Cowboys top Bears

A Tony Romo-less Dallas Cowboys backfield is decidedly less interesting, but don't tell that to Dak Prescott or Ezekiel Elliott.

Brandon Schlager

Bears point to QB Brian Hoyer as starter as Matt Barkley promoted from practice squad

Jay Cutler (sprained thumb) is officially listed as day-to-day, but Matt Barkley's promotion points to Brian Hoyer getting Sunday's start.

Bob Hille

Good news Bears fans: Jay Cutler out 2-3 weeks

Jay Cutler won’t throw any interceptions over the next two or three weeks.

Travis Durkee

'He Said What?!' The best NFL quotes from Week 2

Coaches and players aren't going to panic with 14 games remaining on the schedule. They will complain about officials, though.

Ron Clements

Cowboys not worried about Ezekiel Elliott's fumbles

Ezekiel Elliott was benched after fumbling twice in the Cowboys victory over the Redskins, but team officials don't think he has a problem.

Arthur Weinstein

Redskins QB Kirk Cousins under fire, report says teammates prefer Colt McCoy

The Redskins players aren't happy with Kirk Cousins' play through the first two weeks.

Jordan Heck

NFL Week 2 Headlines: Patriots hail 'baby' Brissett as injury bug strikes

After a Sunday slate in which the injury bug hit the NFL hard, we round up some of headlines from Week 2.

Nicholas McGee

The Blitz Read: Injuries ravage NFL rosters in Week 2

Not only did the Patriots lose Jimmy Garoppolo with a shoulder injury, several top running backs also suffered injuries on Sunday.

Ron Clements

Josh Norman calls NFL's new postgame drug testing 'stupid'

The outspoken Redskins cornerback was upset that he had to take a drug test after Sunday's loss against the Cowboys.

Alec Brzezinski

Tony who? Dak Prescott the real deal in Cowboys' win over Redskins

Dak Prescott was supposed to watch and learn this year, but has been forced into a starting role. He's doing just fine.

Arthur Weinstein

Weekend kickoff: 'Color Rush' precedes playoff rematches, home debuts

The NFL’s second “Color Rush” season begins Thursday night with the New York Jets taking on the Buffalo Bills.

Ron Clements

Dak Prescott won't force ball to Dez Bryant, confident they will gel

The Cowboys' rookie quarterback did not throw a touchdown pass in his NFL debut.

Alec Brzezinski

Jerry Jones not pleased with national anthem protests by Colin Kaepernick, other NFL players

NFL players have followed 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick's lead and decided not to stand during the playing of the national anthem. That rankles the Cowboys' owner/GM.

Ron Clements

Cowboys' Jason Garrett acknowledges the sun is very bright

Cowboys fans want something done about the giant glare in the stadium, but Jason Garrett doesn't expect a blackout any time soon.

Jordan Heck

Cowboys’ Randy Gregory out of rehab, report says

Gregory is serving a four-game suspension for violating the league’s substance abuse policy.

Travis Durkee

He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 1

Marcus Peters talks about his show of solidarity with Colin Kaepernick; plus, sarcasm by Bill Belichick and straight talk by Cardinals GM Steve Keim.

Ron Clements

NFL Week 1 Headlines: Terrance Williams 'aware' of clock, Dolphins owner backs protests

After a wild opening weekend, we look at some of the headlines from around the NFL.

Nicholas McGee

Jerry Jones provides more clarity on Tony Romo's return after Dak Prescott's first start

Tony Romo is recovering on schedule, which is good news for the Cowboys.

Arthur Weinstein

The Blitz Read: Derek Carr outduels Drew Brees in wild Week 1

Oakland's victory in New Orleans was just one of 10 games that came down to the wire on the NFL's first Sunday.

Ron Clements

Rookie-led Cowboys come up short in loss to Giants

The spotlight was firmly on a pair of Cowboys rookies Sunday.

Ron Clements

Victor Cruz's salsa dance returns during Giants' win over Cowboys

Victor Cruz is back, and so is his salsa dance.

Alec Brzezinski

Storylines for 2016 NFL season

Beginning with Thursday's Super Bowl rematch, there are plenty of storylines to watch, including milestones within reach and predictions.

Ron Clements

Jerry Jones beats Dallas traffic by taking helicopter to work

When you're Jerry Jones, the billionaire owner of the Dallas Cowboys, you can travel any way you want.

Joe Rodgers

Weekend kickoff: Super Bowl rematch begins season

The 2016 NFL seasons gets started Thursday night in Denver with the defending Super Bowl champion Broncos welcoming the team they beat.

Ron Clements

Jason Witten restructures contract with Cowboys to save cap space, report says

Jason Witten hasn't missed a game since 2003 but he also has never reached a conference championship game.

Joe Rodgers

Ben McAdoo used 'Game of Thrones' death scene to motivate Giants

The new Giants coach is using some interesting tactics.

Jordan Heck

Ezekiel Elliott on domestic violence allegations: 'I'm a target'

Domestic violence allegations, a visit to a marijuana dispensary and texts about a drug test have Ezekiel Elliott feeling singled out.

Joe Rodgers

Texts reveal Ezekiel Elliott's stress prior to NFL drug test

The Cowboys running back and his ex-girlfriend discussed his drug test via texts.

Travis Durkee

Jerry Jones doesn't want Cowboys 'circumcising the mosquito' with Tony Romo

Jones doesn't sound inclined to put Romo on the short-term injured reserve list.

Jordan Heck

Cowboys don't plan on placing injured Tony Romo on IR, report says

The Dallas Cowboys had the option of placing quarterback Tony Romo on injured reserve or leaving him on the active roster.

Ron Clements

Cowboys' Randy Gregory wins suspension appeal, but status for season still uncertain

Randy Gregory won his appeal of a 10-game suspension, but still must serve a four-game suspension for a previous violation.

Arthur Weinstein

'Twitter thugs' wanted to fight Seahawks' Cliff Avril after Tony Romo injury

Some of Tony Romo's fans could take a cue from the quarterback himself and back off on the threats to Avril.

Steven J. Gaither

NFL roster cuts tracker: Mark Sanchez, Justin Forsett among final cuts

The deadline for NFL teams to cut their rosters to 53 was 4 p.m. ET Saturday. Teams can claim waived players beginning Sunday at noon.

Ron Clements

Cowboys' Ezekiel Elliott has to ignore his mom's endless tweets

Ezekiel Elliott's mom tweets too much, so the Cowboys running back tries to ignore it.

Jordan Heck

Longtime Cowboys assistant, Michael Irvin mentor, Hubbard Alexander dies

One of the coaches who was most instrumental in helping to develop Michael Irvin into a Hall of Fame wide receiver died Sunday night.

Ron Clements

Seahawks’ Cliff Avril feeling Cowboy fans’ tweet heat for Tony Romo injury

“The Cowboys fans have been sending a lot of hate mail — well, not ‘hate mail’ — but a lot of crazy tweets."

Bob Hille

Cowboys VP: Dak Prescott could still start when Tony Romo returns

There's a slight chance the rookie could continue playing if he's playing at a Pro Bowl level.

Jordan Heck

Ezekiel Elliott's Seattle weed dispensary visit upsets Jerry Jones

If the video actually is of Elliott as a marijuana tourist, then "that's a part of just really getting the big picture here," Jones says.

Bob Hille

Preseason Blitz: Falcons, Cowboys, Dolphins escape serious injuries

Week Three of the NFL preseason schedule is supposed to be when starters play the longest, but several had abbreviated nights Thursday.

Ron Clements

Tony Romo gives Cowboys injury scare after only three plays

Romo was forced to scramble on the third play from scrimmage in Thursday night's preseason game in Seattle.

Ron Clements

Pete Carroll believes RB Thomas Rawls will be ready to start Week 1

Thomas Rawls burst onto the scene last season filling in for an injured Marshawn Lynch.

Alec Brzezinski

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