SportsDay Cowboys from The Dallas Morning News is a lively conversation about all things Dallas Cowboys. Each Thursday, our beat writers Calvin Watkins and Michael Gehlken (and frequent contributor David Moore) will bring you the biggest stories from inside the locker room and beyond. You’ll also hear interviews from Cowboys executives, coaches and current and former players. Join us as we explore and debate what makes the Cowboys the world’s most valuable, and interesting, sports franchise.
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Cowboys free agency preview: Who stays, who goes and our top GM moves
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After a short break, beat writers Calvin Watkins and Michael Gehlken are back with a new episode. To kick off the show, [1:45] Calvin and Michael reveal what they learned about the club’s free agency strategy at the NFL Scouting Combine. The guys then go down the list of Cowboys free agents and give their analysis of who will return and who will si…
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Our analysis of the Michael Irvin situation, Super Bowl LVII, Cowboys’ offseason
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Beat writers Calvin Watkins and Michael Gehlken kick off this episode [1:28] with a review of the big Cowboys news of Super Bowl week: an accusation of misconduct against former wide receiver Michael Irvin and his $100 million lawsuit in response. Calvin and Michael assess the unusual situation based on their experience covering Irvin through the y…
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Translating Jerry Jones on Ezekiel Elliott, Dak Prescott, Cowboys’ Super Bowl drought
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Beat writers Michael Gehlken and Calvin Watkins, who is back from assignment at the Senior Bowl, kick off this episode [1:45] by detailing their key takeaways from the week in Mobile, Ala. The Cowboys’ coaching shakeup shows that Mike McCarthy’s fingerprints will be all over the offense, Michael says. The guys decipher comments from Jerry and Steph…
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What coaching moves mean for Dak Prescott; is Trevon Diggs due a payday?
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Staff writer Michael Gehlken kicks off this episode [1:52] by reviewing the Cowboys’ coaching shakeup. Out is offensive coordinator Kellen Moore plus the quarterbacks, offensive line and running backs coaches. The front office would never say it publicly, but Michael notes these moves make it clear QB Dak Prescott’s 2022 performance was not good en…
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Cowboys-49ers autopsy, free agent decisions, Ezekiel Elliott contract problem
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Beat writers Calvin Watkins and Michael Gehlken kick off this episode [1:45] with a detailed obituary for the Cowboys’ season. What are the key takeaways after the Cowboys were eliminated by the San Francisco 49ers for the second straight year? Calvin and Michael agree the Cowboys’ receiving corps was a season-long issue. [12:20] The guys don’t let…
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Cowboys-49ers playoff preview, our predictions, Ezekiel Elliott’s cloudy future
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Beat writers Calvin Watkins and Michael Gehlken [1:53] begin this episode reviewing the Cowboys’ dominant win over the Buccaneers. Despite all of the positives, it seems everyone wants to talk about kicker Brett Maher and the four straight missed extra points. [7:30] The guys also discuss the physicality needed for the matchup with the 49ers, Dak P…
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Cowboys-Bucs playoff preview, predictions, and an interview with Babe Laufenberg
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Beat writers Calvin Watkins and Michael Gehlken kick off this episode [1:45] with a recap of the debacle in D.C. and what it portends for Monday’s playoff game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Cowboys’ recent weaknesses showed in a big way against the Commanders. Can the Cowboys straighten out their running game or find a starting cornerback o…
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The Cowboys answered key preseason questions, but what about these playoff concerns?
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Beat writers Calvin Watkins and Michael Gehlken kick off this episode [1:42] by breaking down Sunday’s playoff scenarios for the Cowboys. [3:35] The guys also review how the team answered some of its biggest questions entering this season: Who will be the kicker? How will the receivers perform without Amari Cooper? And what about coach Mike McCarth…
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Micah Parsons’ usage rate, NBC 5’s Newy Scruggs, sun burned at AT&T Stadium
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Beat writers Calvin Watkins and Michael Gehlken kick off this episode [2:05] by looking at the immediate impact receiver T.Y. Hilton made during his debut against the Eagles. Is it sustainable? [6:35] The guys also discuss the Cowboys’ waning pass rush. Should fans be concerned, particularly about the heavy usage rate for do-everything linebacker M…
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Cowboys-Eagles preview, interview with NBC’s John Clark, answering your questions
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Beat writers Calvin Watkins and Michael Gehlken go straight to the main event, [1:55] kicking off this episode with a preview of the highly anticipated Cowboys-Eagles matchup on Christmas Eve. [1:55] The Cowboys are dealing with adversity (and injury) after blowing a late lead to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Who will start at cornerback opposite Trevo…
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Injury concerns, Dak Prescott’s interceptions, interview with rookie Damone Clark
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Beat writers Michael Gehlken and Calvin Watkins offer their takeaways [1:58] from the Cowboys’ narrow escape against the Houston Texans. The injuries are starting to pile up, with right tackle Terence Steele and nose tackle Johnathan Hankins out for the remainder of the regular season. Which area has been weakened the most by injuries: offensive li…
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Cowboys’ slow build, OBJ’s visit, interview with Houston columnist Jerome Solomon
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Beat writers Calvin Watkins and Michael Gehlken kick off this episode reviewing the Cowboys’ improved offense since QB Dak Prescott’s return. The Cowboys appear to be building in advance of the playoffs, as opposed to last season when the offense fizzled out. And reinforcements are on the way, beyond the potential addition of free agent receiver Od…
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Why so many penalties? Chances OBJ picks Dallas? What’s Ezekiel Elliott’s future?
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Beat writers Calvin Watkins and Michael Gehlken kick off this episode by offering their takeaways from the Cowboys’ Thanksgiving victory against the NY Giants, beginning with the team’s continued penalty problems. How big of an issue it? Our duo also discusses the Cowboys’ unique use of four tight ends and what it means for Dalton Schultz’s future,…
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We’re buying stock in the Cowboys in these areas; Micah Parsons’ turkey giveaway
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Beat writers Calvin Watkins and Michael Gehlken kick off this special Thanksgiving episode with the latest on the Odell Beckham Jr. sweepstakes. A decision could be coming soon. Next, we review the game in Minnesota, where the Cowboys kicked the stuffing out of the Vikings. Calvin and Michael say they are believers in the Cowboys’ running game, QB …
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Cowboys’ porous run defense, interview with WR Roy Williams, Pollard-Zeke debate
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Beat writers Calvin Watkins and Michael Gehlken kick off this episode with a review of the Cowboys’ loss to the Packers, which exposed Dallas’ run defense as its No. 1 weakness. Can the Cowboys get it fixed? Dallas owner Jerry Jones and the coaches are confident, but our team says the jury is out. We also answer a listener question about the recrui…
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McCarthy breaks down, Odell Beckham analysis, interview with Packers beat writer
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Calvin and Michael kick off this episode [1:00] discussing the big story of the week — coach Mike McCarthy’s return to Green Bay. Listen as McCarthy gets emotional when asked by Michael what he misses most from his time in the frozen tundra. [6:42] Our beat writers then pivot to analyze whether the Cowboys should sign free agent Odell Beckham Jr. a…
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Cowboys RB coach explains Tony Pollard’s usage, plus answers to your questions
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The Cowboys are 6-2 at the bye week, a much-needed break for the team and, maybe, some beat writers. It’s also a perfect time to reflect. [1:02] Calvin and Michael kick off the episode by choosing what has impressed and disappointed them the most in the first half of the season. In our featured segment, [11:05] Calvin interviews Cowboys running bac…
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The Cowboys’ need for speed, interview with Tim Cowlishaw, trade deadline debate
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Beat reporters Calvin Watkins and Michael Gehlken kick off this episode [1:10] discussing the importance of speed in today’s NFL. They break down both key plays. [6:44] Calvin and Michael also explain how the element of speed, as it relates to defending the running game, will factor prominently in the upcoming game against QB Justin Fields and the …
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Special report: Inside the week Emmitt Smith broke the NFL’s all-time rushing record
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Cowboys beat writer Calvin Watkins takes us back 20 years ago, to the week Emmitt Smith surpassed Walter Payton to become the NFL’s all-time leading rusher. It was an amazing achievement for Smith, who grew up in Pensacola, Fla., dreaming he’d break one of the most cherished records in sports. In honor of Smith’s accomplishment, Calvin spoke to the…
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Cooper Rush appreciation, Cowboys-Eagles takeaways, interview with Ben DiNucci
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Cowboys reporters Calvin Watkins and Michael Gehlken begin the episode with a moment of reflection, pausing to review their favorite Cooper Rush moments during the five games played without quarterback Dak Prescott, who appears ready to reclaim his starting role. The conversation pivots to a breakdown of the unique play the Eagles used to exploit t…
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A defensive party in LA, interview with kicker Brett Maher, Cowboys-Eagles preview
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Beat reporters Calvin Watkins and Michael Gehlken discuss the Cowboys' big victory against the Rams in Los Angeles. Jerry Jones was as happy as we’ve ever seen him after the win, and quarterback Dak Prescott explains the Cowboys’ growing confidence. Defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence talks about how multiple players are contributing on defense. Plus, …
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Dak Prescott on Gallup’s return, plus an interview with his brother, Tad Prescott
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Dallas Cowboys reporters Calvin Watkins and Michael Gehlken discuss the Week 4 victory over the Washington Commanders. QB Dak Prescott, still recovering from his injury, talks with us about WR Michael Gallup’s inspiring play. Plus, podcaster Tad Prescott (“U Don’t Know Me Yet”) discusses life as the brother of the starting quarterback for the Cowbo…
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3: CeeDee Lamb’s redemption arc, the Cowboys’ fierce pass rush, Jason Peters’ impact
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Calvin and Michael review the highlights from the Cowboys’ decisive victory against the Giants in New York, including receiver CeeDee Lamb’s in-game turn from goat to GOAT. From the winning locker room, [3:30] hear former Cowboys receiver Dez Bryant talk about Lamb’s rebound performance and what it takes to be a member of the No. 88 club. Lamb wasn…
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2: Cowboys’ positives (Tyler Smith) and negatives (Jalen Hurts), plus a MNF preview
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After an unlikely victory over the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 2, led by backup quarterback Cooper Rush, Calvin and Michael discuss the positives and negatives to the Cowboys’ season thus far. [5:35] Should Dak Prescott, injured or not, still be considered the best quarterback in the NFC East? The strong start by Eagles QB Jalen Hurts could change t…
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Jerry Jones ranks Cowboys’ opening flop, surgeon on Dak Prescott’s thumb injury
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Calvin and Michael kick off Episode 2 with a review of the dismal performance by the Cowboys in Sunday’s season opener, a 19-3 loss to Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. [2:45] Calvin talks to Cowboys owner Jerry Jones immediately after the game. Was this the worst season-opening loss in the Jones era? Hear from the owner himself. In our featu…
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Cowboys vs. Brady, an interview with Tyler Smith, and debate about Parsons’ future
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DMN beat reporters Calvin Watkins and Michael Gehlken kick off the debut episode of SportsDay Cowboys with a discussion about the latest team news and Week 1 storylines. [1:20] Do the Cowboys finally have the firepower to get the best of Tom Brady on Sunday Night Football? The Bucs quarterback and NFL GOAT is 6-0 in his career against Dallas. Calvi…
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1: Introducing ‘SportsDay Cowboys’ from The Dallas Morning News
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In this special preview episode, Watkins and Gehlken talk about the show, how they got into sports journalism and why they love covering the Cowboys. The show drops Thursday mornings in major podcast players such as Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Search for “SportsDay Cowboys” wherever you listen. Quick links to all of these feeds can be found on our …
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