Dallas Cowboys
NFC East | 7-10-0
Avg PTS
20.59
Rank: 21st
Avg Yds
341
Rank: 17th
Avg PYds
240.71
Rank: 10th
Avg RYds
100.29
Rank: 26th
Posted 5/23/2025 8:10 pm GMT
Dallas Cowboys RB Javonte Williams said he feels like himself for the first time since suffering a serious knee injury in 2022. He has received a majority of the work with the first-team offense during offseason workouts.
Huddle Up: Williams may be the starting running back for the Cowboys but will likely be part of a committee at the position. He can be a possible No. 3 fantasy running back or flex option in deeper leagues if he sees most of the touches.
Posted 5/21/2025 5:15 pm GMT
Updating a previous report, Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott (hamstring) is able to do most things during offseason workouts but has not been cleared for contact at this time.
Huddle Up: Prescott seems to be on track in his recovery and likely will be fully cleared before the start of the season. He has one of the better receiving duos to work with in the NFL and probably will be a No. 1 quarterback in most fantasy leagues.
Posted 5/20/2025 8:57 pm GMT
Dallas Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb (shoulder) told reporters on Tuesday, May 20, that he needed "a good five months of real recovery and rehab" before the shoulder injury that ended his 2024 season felt right.
Huddle Up: It speaks to how tough Lamb is that he played through the right shoulder injury for at least a month and was still performing at a high level before the team shut him down around Christmas. Lamb's production may take a slight hit following the addition of George Pickens, but it should make his job easier as well. Fantasy managers should feel good about selecting in the first round of drafts this spring and summer.
Posted 5/20/2025 6:55 pm GMT
Dallas Cowboys WR George Pickens is "a guy (who is) maturing," according to head coach Brian Schottenheimer.
Huddle Up: At this point of the year, it means Pickens is being attentive and asking the right questions in meetings. The Cowboys believe Pickens is more than a contested-catch and field-stretcher, so it is a great sign that he is starting his Dallas career on Schottenheimer's good side. Amari Cooper posted a 68-865-8 line in his final season with the Cowboys in 2021. As CeeDee Lamb's best sidekick since then, that line seems like a realistic floor for Pickens if he can stay healthy in 2025.
Posted 5/12/2025 7:50 pm GMT
Dallas Cowboys fifth-round draft choice RB Jaydon Blue (Texas) signed his four-year rookie contract worth $4.627 million - including a $427,068 signing bonus - on Monday, May 12.
Huddle Up: There is some early belief that Blue will end up leading this backfield when all is said and done this season, although it would be a stretch for the 196-pounder to do that after more than doubling his career touch total entering 2024 with 176 combined carries and catches with the Longhorns last season. To that end, Blue handled more than 15 touches in a game three times across his 38-game college career. A more realistic expectation would be to pace the backfield in catches and average about six to eight carries per game.
Posted 5/10/2025 1:09 am GMT
Dallas Cowboys RB Jaydon Blue should be able to play early as a third-down back, according to ESPN's Matt Miller.
Huddle Up: It remains to be seen if Blue can handle a heavy workload, but his big-play speed gives him upside as a runner. If he can secure the third-down role and earn 10-plus touches a game, Blue could be a flex option in PPR leagues as a rookie.
Posted 5/08/2025 4:45 am GMT
Dallas Cowboys WR Jalen Tolbert is likely to be the player "most impacted" by the acquisition of WR George Pickens, in the opinion of ESPN's Todd Archer, who notes that Tolbert split time between the WR2 and WR3 spots a season ago based on whether former Cowboys (and current New Orleans Saints) WR Brandin Cooks was available. Tolbert is now expected to slide into the No. 3 role behind Pickens and WR CeeDee Lamb.
Huddle Up: As a WR2, and with a healthy Dak Prescott, Tolbert offered some intriguing upside coming off a 49-610-7 performance in 2024. Now, that stat line looks more like a ceiling than a jumping off point. Barring an injury to Pickens or Lamb, Tolbert shouldn't be rostered in standard leagues.
Posted 5/07/2025 5:05 pm GMT
Dallas Cowboys WR George Pickens is not looking to sign a contract extension at this point because he wants to show he can be a top receiver for a team, according to a source.
Huddle Up: Pickens is entering the final year of his current contract, so he could be in line for a lucrative contract if he has a productive 2025 season. He can be considered at least a No. 3 receiver in most fantasy leagues this upcoming season with the Cowboys.
Posted 5/05/2025 5:57 pm GMT
Pittsburgh Steelers WR George Pickens reportedly "flirted" with the idea of requesting a trade but has seemingly had a change of heart about remaining with the team, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
"Trade talks or any sort of buzz around that has cooled. There was a little bit of smoke out of the draft, but I was told that Pickens, in the end, wants to be in Pittsburgh. Sort of flirted with a trade request, but in the end, loves (head coach) Mike Tomlin, wants to be a part of things," Fowler said.
Huddle Up: It is unclear what prompted the change, but Pickens is set to enter the season as the clear No. 2 receiver in this offense behind DK Metcalf. While it likely means he won't always draw the seven or eight targets he saw on a regular basis last year, it should allow him to face the other team's top corner and/or safety help less often. With that said, Pickens will likely be a boom/bust WR3 for fantasy purposes this season.
Posted 4/26/2025 6:33 pm GMT
Texas RB Jaydon Blue was selected by the Dallas Cowboys with the 149th overall selection in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Huddle Up: Blue has a chance to earn a solid role in the running game in his rookie season since the Cowboys do not have a clear No. 1 running back. Blue could be a late round pick in fantasy drafts with the chance to be productive for players.
Posted 4/25/2025 5:48 pm GMT
Dallas Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones told 105.3 The Fan on Friday, April 25, that he doesn't "feel the need to reach" when asked about selecting a running back in the 2025 NFL Draft. The Cowboys currently have Javonte Williams, Miles Sanders, Deuce Vaughn and Malik Davis vying for backfield snaps.
Huddle Up: Despite Jones' optimism, Dallas has one of the worst running back rooms in the league, so expect the team to address the position on Day 2 in what is one of the deepest running back classes in recent memory. Williams and Sanders seem to be locks to win roster spots, but there are at least five rookies still available who would likely win an open competition in training camp.
Posted 4/23/2025 8:57 pm GMT
Pittsburgh Steelers WR George Pickens is not being shopped by the Steelers but has received trade interest from multiple teams, according to sources.
Huddle Up: Pickens is entering the final year of his contract, so there is a chance he is traded over the next few days. He has posted at least 800 yards in each of his three seasons with the Steelers and likely will be a starter no matter where he plays in 2025. He can be at least a No. 3 receiver in fantasy leagues.
Posted 4/22/2025 7:24 pm GMT
Pittsburgh Steelers WR George Pickens seems unlikely to be traded based on recent comments from general manager Omar Khan.
"We're glad we have George and DK (Metcalf) here. I think they're going to be exciting for everyone to watch," Khan told reporters on Tuesday, April 22.
Huddle Up: There is no question that Pickens and Metcalf make a very formidable duo, but they are both more vertical receivers attached to an offense that wants to run the ball and lacks a long-term answer at quarterback. Furthermore, Metcalf's huge contract suggests he will be the clear alpha in Pittsburgh and Pickens will play off him. Pickens could struggle to be an every-week fantasy WR3 this year as a result.
Posted 4/12/2025 7:02 pm GMT
Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott (hamstring) believes he has recovered well enough from last year's season-ending hamstring injury that he could play in a game today, Prescott said Friday, April 11, at the 35th annual Children's Cancer Fund gala. "I'm getting close to where I want to be. I don't want to put a percentage on it," Prescott added. "I know we've got team activities coming up, imagine myself being involved in some sort if not all. Then again I just understand my age, what I've had, what I've went through, it's about being my best in the fall. So I'm not rushing anything, but I'm where I want to be."
Huddle Up: This is encouraging news, but Prescott still comes with significant concerns given the lack of weapons behind CeeDee Lamb, a suspect running game, and Dallas' shaky offensive line. Should some of those deficiencies improve, he's a fringe QB1 in 2025 drafts.
Posted 3/30/2025 6:28 pm GMT
Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott (hamstring) is making good progress in his recovery but will be a limited participant in offseason workouts, according to executive vice president Stephen Jones.
Huddle Up: Prescott does not need much work this offseason and appears to be on track for training camp. He will have a similar group of pass catchers to work with next season and probably can be a low-end No. 1 or high-end No. 2 quarterback in most fantasy leagues.
Posted 3/22/2025 10:46 pm GMT
New England Patriots QB Joe Milton III has drawn interest from the Dallas Cowboys as a potential trade target in their search for a backup quarterback, according to sources Saturday, March 22.
Huddle Up: With the Cowboys looking for a viable backup to Dak Prescott and New England set with Drake Maye, Dallas could be looking to deal for the developmental quarterback. Milton is simply a handcuff entering the 2025 season, but his tools could make him an intriguing fantasy asset if he ever gets an opportunity. Until then, managers should simply monitor his status.
Posted 3/14/2025 12:42 pm GMT
Free-agent RB Miles Sanders (Panthers) agreed with the Dallas Cowboys on a one-year deal Friday, March 14. Financial terms weren't disclosed.
Huddle Up: Sanders is worth handcuffing to Javonte Williams. He turns 28 in May and could still be worthy of an RB5 spot - especially since Williams has a checkered injury history.
Posted 3/10/2025 11:20 pm GMT
Impending free-agent RB Javonte Williams (Broncos) agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the Dallas Cowboys Monday, March 10, worth as much as $3.5 million, according to sources.
Huddle Up: Williams seems to have a chance to receive most of the work at running back next season depending on that the Cowboys do at the position. Fantasy players should keep an eye on the situation because Williams could be a No. 3 or No. 4 running back if he starts for the Cowboys.
Posted 3/04/2025 9:38 pm GMT
Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott (hamstring) has yet to be cleared to return to the hamstring injury that ended his season and may not be participate in any offseason practices, but he has no doubt that he will be ready to play by Week 1 of the 2025 season.
"I'm not (going to) put a timeline on it, but I'll be ready for the first game and when anything matters and very, very ready. I'm feeling good. I'm doing more and more. The last two weeks have been huge and progressive for me," Prescott said during a recent public appearance.
Huddle Up: The Cowboys need Prescott healthy in 2025, if only because they may not have another quarterback on the roster familiar with new head coach Brian Schottenheimer's playbook. Dallas also has plenty of work to do from a roster-building perspective, as the offensive line and running back are two major concerns. As long as Prescott and CeeDee Lamb stay healthy this season, however, Prescott should be a more than serviceable fantasy QB2.
Posted 3/04/2025 7:02 pm GMT
Dallas Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb agreed to a restructured contract on Tuesday, March 4, that will create $20 million of salary cap space, according to a source. Terms of the restructured contract were not immediately disclosed.
Huddle Up: As is usually the case with restructures, the Cowboys are kicking the salary-cap can down the road by converting a big chunk of his 2025 base salary into a signing bonus. This move should allow Dallas to be "selectively aggressive" in free agency.
Posted 3/02/2025 7:27 pm GMT
Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott (hamstring) does not want to put a timetable on his return from his hamstring injury but indicated that he will be ready for the 2025 season.
Huddle Up: Prescott does not need to do much during offseason workouts and should have plenty of time to be ready for training camp. He is one of the better quarterbacks in the NFL when healthy and probably will be a No. 1 fantasy quarterback in most leagues.
Posted 2/26/2025 11:33 pm GMT
Denver Broncos impending free-agent RB Javonte Williams is a player the Broncos are open to re-signing this offseason, according to general manager George Paton.
Huddle Up: Williams was part of a committee with the Broncos this season and probably will not be a starter no matter where he signs this offseason. He likely can be avoided in most fantasy leagues next season.
Posted 2/17/2025 3:02 am GMT
Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott said he expects to use play-action more often under head coach Brian Schottenheimer. "I've always enjoyed play-action pass, so just being able to get back to that," Prescott said. "But you've got to start with the run game, and when you have that, the rest of the offense can open up."
Huddle Up: Although Schottenheimer's offensive philosophy could provide Prescott with more opportunities to make plays down the field, it sounds like it will mean a more run-heavy approach overall. Prescott should probably be viewed as a solid QB2.
Posted 2/12/2025 4:00 am GMT
Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott (hamstring) noted that "my health is good" and he is "looking to amp (his recovery from a torn hamstring) up" during a news conference promoting a fashion show on Tuesday, Feb. 11.
Huddle Up: Prescott is 12 weeks into his rehab and appears to be quite confident he will be 100% sooner than later. While he stated during the news conference he is excited to have new head coach Brian Schottenheimer take over, fantasy managers should be skeptical - at least as it pertains to Prescott reaching the heights he once did under former head coach Mike McCarthy. He should be valued as a decent QB2 option in most drafts this spring and summer.
Posted 1/06/2025 8:12 am GMT
Denver Broncos RB Javonte Williams ran the ball five times for 28 yards against the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 18. He added three receptions for 50 yards. Williams was targeted four times.
Huddle Up: On a day when Denver ran the ball 43 times, Williams had five carries. Despite a respectable 78 yards, he's a long shot to deliver meaningful value in the Wild Card matchup against Buffalo.
Posted 1/06/2025 1:44 am GMT
Dallas Cowboys TE Jake Ferguson posted two receptions for 12 yards on four targets in Week 18 against the Washington Commanders.
Huddle Up: Ferguson ended up with 59 receptions for 494 yards on 86 targets across 14 games, but he failed to find the end zone in 2024. He has some TE1 fantasy potential, but he needs to be more visible in the red zone. Heading into 2025, he should be drafted as a TE2, but he has TE1 ability.
Posted 1/06/2025 1:31 am GMT
Dallas Cowboys WR Jalen Tolbert ended up with four receptions for a career-high 98 yards on six targets in Week 18 against the Washington Commanders.
Huddle Up: Tolbert saw his three-game touchdown streak snapped, but the yardage total was nice. He finished the 2024 season with 49 receptions for 610 yards and seven touchdowns on 79 targets. Heading into 2025, if he wins the WR2 job behind CeeDee Lamb, Tolbert could be a useful fantasy receiver in most leagues, especially QB Dak Prescott back.
Posted 1/05/2025 11:14 pm GMT
Carolina Panthers RB Miles Sanders rushed 17 times for 66 yards and a touchdown in Week 18 against the Atlanta Falcons, while adding three receptions for 50 yards and a score on four targets.
Huddle Up: Sanders was shouldering the load with Chuba Hubbard sidelined. Sanders proved he still has a little left in the tank, and perhaps if he landed in the right situation for 2025, he could have a resurgence and some fantasy value. Stay tuned.
Posted 1/05/2025 5:12 pm GMT
Carolina Panthers RB Miles Sanders (ankle) is officially active for the Week 18 game.
Huddle Up: Sanders will be the starting running back for the Panthers and should see a good amount of carries in the running game. He could be a possible flex option in fantasy leagues.
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