The Cowboys: 'Blue-Chippers' Or 'Orphans'? An 'Identity' Lesson In NFL Parity
The Dallas Cowboys have an "identity crisis'' of sorts, and it's self-created.
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The Dallas Cowboys have an "identity crisis'' of sorts, and it's self-created.
Ezekiel Elliott ran for 150 yards and two touchdowns and the Dallas Cowboys took advantage of a blocked field goal return and three turnovers to beat the Washington Redskins 33-19 Sunday and move into sole possession of second place in the NFC East.
Prescott at 24 in his second NFL season and Cousins at 29 in his third full season as a starter face off Sunday in the first of their two matchups this season, which could go a long way to determining whose team makes the playoffs.
Through the decades, when the Cowboys and Redskins met, it often was for the division lead. On Sunday, the archrivals go at it for the 115th time. At stake: second place in the NFC East behind the high-flying Eagles.
The Dallas Cowboys' top receiver and Washington Redskins' top cornerback developed a heated rivalry on and off the field over the past year, but tensions have cooled a bit since they starred in dueling cell phone ads.
The Washington Redskins will be without center Spencer Long against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday and without linebacker Mason Foster for longer than that.
The Cowboys and Redskins play Sunday for sole possession of second place in the NFC East behind the Eagles.
The Washington Redskins' injury situation is so bad that coach Jay Gruden would rather give players an extra day off than practice and possibly make it worse.
Carson Wentz tossed four touchdown passes and ran for a career-best 63 yards, helping the Eagles overcome losing nine-time Pro Bowl left tackle Jason Peters in a 34-24 win over the Washington Redskins on Monday night.
The Redskins and Chiefs stood for a moment of silence before the national anthem, and flags flew at half-staff over Arrowhead Stadium, to honor victims of the Las Vegas shooting before Monday night's game between Washington and Kansas City.
Butker responded to his first-half miss Monday night by drilling three field goals in the second half, the last a go-ahead 43-yarder with 8 seconds remaining that helped Kansas City beat the Washington Redskins 29-20 and remain the only unbeaten team in the NFL.
Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant and Redskins cornerback Josh Norman have apparently discovered one of the great open secret of the music industry: If you have a "beef,'' turn your displeasure into dollars.
Next up, we take a look at the All-NFC East Defense, which features some of the league's top players at their respective positions.
Tight end Jordan Reed has left Washington Redskins training camp to see a specialist about his toe injury.
With training camp officially underway, we take a look at the Preseason All-NFC East Offense.
The Redskins have announced a new long-term deal with PepsiCo, an agreement that shows how big companies are unconcerned about the NFL team's controversial name.
The deadline for Kirk Cousins and the Washington Redskins to sign a long-term deal has passed.
The Supreme Court says the government can't refuse to register trademarks that are considered offensive.
Dallas Cowboys free agency is on the way ... which for the Cowboys, means free agents are on the way out.
Could Tony Romo be on the way to Washington? According to NFL reporter Ian Rapoport it could be a possibility.
Kirk Cousins has proven he's the Redskins' future at quarterback. So why didn't the team lock him into a longterm contract?
Kirk Cousins' agent says the Washington Redskins have placed the exclusive franchise tag on the quarterback.
An Asian-American rock band has spent years locked in a First Amendment battle with the government, which refuses to register a trademark for the band's name because it's considered offensive.
Kirk Cousins threw an interception and fumbled near his goal line as the Washington Redskins coughed up their easiest path to the playoffs with a 26-15 loss to the defending NFC champion Carolina Panthers
It's not surprising to learn that a Hollywood star is a Cowboys fan. There are tons of people from all over the U.S. that are fans of Jerry's team.
Massages and haircuts offered educators a rare moment to reset ahead of the new school year.
Officials warn that dark water, hidden hazards, and ignored safety rules are putting swimmers and boaters at serious risk.
Two victims suffered minor injuries in separate unprovoked incidents at Capps Park, police say.
Walmart will let shoppers use tap-to-pay methods, including Apple Pay and Google Pay, beginning later this month.
The veteran sharpshooter played 141 games – starting 80 – for the Mavericks, averaging 12.9 points while shooting 40.3% from the field and 38.7% from 3‑point range.
The defense said that during the first murder trial against Anthony, the private off-the-record agreements made it impossible for him to have a fair trial.
Massages and haircuts offered educators a rare moment to reset ahead of the new school year.
Officials warn that dark water, hidden hazards, and ignored safety rules are putting swimmers and boaters at serious risk.
The gloves have come off in the ongoing courtroom drama involving convicted murderer Karmelo Anthony.
Two victims suffered minor injuries in separate unprovoked incidents at Capps Park, police say.
"Maybe this is one of those times that we just need to be loud and make people hear us that they're not being treated fairly," she said.
The reversal comes just weeks after an I-Team investigation showed contention over the disciplinary process.
A phone call from jail raised further suspicions that Carney targeted other girls.
More than 40 years after helping catch an ice cream truck driver who exposed himself to her, an Oklahoma woman testified against him in a Texas trial, helping secure a life sentence.
In 1991, a Plano girl was kidnapped and sexually assaulted. The same thing happened 8 years later in Dallas. Investigators found the same DNA on both victims.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is asked about data centers in Texas and the likelihood of a special session to discuss the topic. He also talked about the construction at Big Bend and his reaction.
Sheriff Thaddeus Cleveland (R) of Terrell County discusses the pause by the Customs and Border Protection in construction at Big Bend National Park. "I'm confident that we will see some of those plans change as far as upgrading the existing roads, because not only is that good for the Park Service, for law enforcement, even for those that come to visit the national park," said Cleveland.
Political science professor Parker Hevron from Texas Woman's University discussed what the Texas Senate race looks like for Paxton and Talarico right before the Cook Political Report switched the race from Lean Republican to Toss-Up.
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
The aircraft carrier and its 5,000 crew members will return to San Diego after an approximately nine-month deployment.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
Casting for Recovery was started by two women, a professional angler and a reconstructive breast surgeon, who recognized the healing powers of fly fishing.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
The notice from a U.S. government agency does not indicate in which stores the beef was sold.
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
The future of AI technology manufacturing has landed in North Texas.
Mayor Jim Ross said hotel revenue in the city was a record $31 million in June, smashing the previous mark of $23 million.
Jacob deGrom struck out 10 and allowed one hit and one walk in six innings while reaching 2,000 career strikeouts in the second-fewest games or innings in major league history as the Texas Rangers beat the Washington Nationals 2-0.
The Dallas Cowboys and the New Orleans Saints have been fined $500,000 apiece by the NFL after their brawl-filled joint practice.
Dallas' No. 1 pick will undergo arthroscopic surgery next week after missing several games with right‑knee soreness.
Cal Quantrill gave up four hits in seven innings, Justin Foscue hit a home run, and the Texas Rangers beat the Washington Nationals 5-0.
Texas Values and other groups plan a Thursday news conference and rally outside the AAC ahead of the Fever-Wings game.
After Hayden Panettiere's death, fans resurfaced her claim that Neutrogena had fired her in 2015 over her comments about postpartum depression.
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Hayden Panettiere, who shares a daughter with the former boxing champ, died on Sunday at 36 years old.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
Ariana Grande had been due to star alongside her "Wicked" co-star Jonathan Bailey in a production of "Sunday in the Park with George" in 2027.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
