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Newsweek
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Dak Prescott Opens Up on Off-Field Bonding With Cowboys' New Addition
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Coming off an injury-ridden 2024 season, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott is aiming to have a bounce-back year. Ahead of training camp, he has been hard at work building a stronger connection with multiple key members of the offense. With Prescott set to be back in action, the Cowboys were hard at work this offseason upgrading the cast of talent around him. Their biggest swing was acquiring wide receiver George Pickens from the Pittsburgh Steelers. Though he's had some off-field drama derail him some, Dallas is hoping the dynamic wideout can be a substantial upgrade. While some viewed trading for Pickens a risky move, Prescott isn't worried about his past situation. Having the chance to get to know him more, the star QB is only growing more confident that his presence will yield positive results for the Cowboys. Dak Prescott #4 of the Dallas Cowboys looks on from the field during an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks at AT&T Stadium on November 30, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. Dak Prescott #4 of the Dallas Cowboys looks on from the field during an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks at AT&T Stadium on November 30, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. Photo byAlso read: Dak Prescott Raves About Dallas Cowboys' Offseason Addition Earlier this summer, Prescott held a small retreat in Georgia where he and some members of the offense got in extra work ahead of training camp. Having the chance to get to know Pickens more, he was impressed with the intelligence he displayed. "It was as beneficial as any trip has been," Prescott said. "That knowledge, that involvement, it shows you a guy that loves football and that, to me, deletes a lot of the things you heard in the past about him. Great dude, loves his teammates and excited as hell for this season. I know he is and I know he's happy to be in a fresh new spot and excited for what he's going to do for us." Heading into his new situation, Pickens has a chance to drastically alter his perception across the NFL. Alongside CeeDee Lamb, he has a chance to form one of the league's top receiver duos. Also, with Dallas looking to get back in the title hunt, he could be a foundational piece to a team with championship aspirations. The key for Pickens will be putting the past behind him and keeping his energy and focus on the field. Also read: Cowboys Wideout Viewed as 'Major Player' in NFC East Race Pickens has a lot riding on how he performs in his first season with Dallas. Now in the final year of his contract, he has his impending free agency to worry about. Knowing this, he'll want to be on his best behavior while showcasing his talents on the field. As Pickens prepares for the next chapter of his NFL journey, one thing he has going for him is that Prescott is eager to get him in the mix. For more Dallas Cowboys and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Cowboys' Dak Prescott Top 'X-Factor' In NFC East Race
Cowboys' Dak Prescott Top 'X-Factor' In NFC East Race originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Most criticize Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott to within an inch of his life, but there's no denying when he is healthy for a full season, Dallas is usually NFC East champs and playoff-bound. Unfortunately, injuries have piled up recently, meaning just twice in the last five years, Dak has played a full season. He needs to have his third in 2025. Much has been made of the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders running away with the division, but don't discount Dak and the Cowboys from calculations. Bleacher Report's Moe Moton has Prescott as an X-factor that could play a pivotal role in who wins the NFC East. "With an underwhelming collection of running backs, Dallas will likely rely heavily on Prescott's arm this year," Moton writes. "Javonte Williams and Miles Sanders are coming off a down season. Jaydon Blue and Phil Mafah are Day 3 rookies. Deuce Vaughn has 50 career touches in two campaigns. If Prescott stays healthy, CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens could be one of the league's most productive wide receiver duos. "Though the Washington Commanders have earned the buzz following an improbable run to the NFC Championship Game, watch out for the Cowboys' bounce-back season if Prescott can stay on the field." Off the bat, Dallas won't be relying on Dak's arm, with Brian Schottenheimer making moves this offseason to transition the offense back to being a run-first unit for Dak to then launch play-action passes off of it with the coaching additions of Conor Riley and Klayton Adams. Miles Sanders and Javonte Williams, at this stage, loom as the two who will get things started in 2025, with a sprinkling of Jaydon Blue and his blistering speed as both a runner and receiver set to be utilized. We have George Pickens, CeeDee Lamb, and Jake Ferguson as Dak's top three weapons, which should see a serious uptick in production if the offensive line, which now houses three first-round picks, can keep Dak upright. For all the criticism and hate Prescott gets, if he's healthy for an entire season, the Cowboys are a good football team, and in 2025, he has all the tools to take Dallas back to the postseason. Will that be as division champs? Who knows, but the Cowboys have just as good a shot as the Eagles and Commanders to claim the crown. If Dak avoids the treatment room. This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 7, 2025, where it first appeared.
Newsweek
04-07-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Dallas Cowboys Coach Trying New Approach to Rally Team Ahead of 2025 Season
After making a flurry of changes in the offseason, the Dallas Cowboys will be a team looking to get back on track this season. Ahead of the 2025 campaign, one key member of the organization is attempting to use history as a source of motivation. The biggest change the Cowboys made after last year was to their coaching staff. Following a five-year run as head coach, Mike McCarthy was dismissed from his position as head coach. The front office decided to fill this void internally by promoting Brian Schottenheimer. He's been with Dallas since 2022, and now will get his first opportunity at being a head coach in the NFL. With training camp just around the corner, the ramp-up to the 2025 season is already underway. As he prepares for his first season as head coach, Schottenheimer is leaning on history to help light a fire under a team. He brought in multiple former Cowboys champions as part of a "Legends Day." The goal of this event was to help motivate this year's group by having an up-close view of the franchise's past success. New head coach of the Dallas Cowboys Brian Schottenheimer looks on during at a press conference along side CEO and Executive Vice President Stephen Jones and team owner Jerry Jones. New head coach of the Dallas Cowboys Brian Schottenheimer looks on during at a press conference along side CEO and Executive Vice President Stephen Jones and team owner Jerry read: Cowboys Star Highlights Offseason Addition in Recent Social Media Post "I think the more those guys are around, the more we see their Super Bowl rings, which they wear very proudly, I think that's great for our guys because that's why we do it. We don't hide from that," Schottenheimer said. "There's such great tradition and history here with the Cowboys, and you talk about not just the Super Bowl trophies, but some of the great players. We wanted them to kind of see our energy and our juice, the way we like to operate. They paved the way for the guys that sit in those chairs today." Though there are a handful of new moving parts, the Cowboys have a chance to get back in the mix in 2025. For starters, quarterback Dak Prescott will be returning after an injury-ridden 2024 campaign. Seeing that he put up MVP-level numbers when Schottenheimer first took over as offensive coordinator, he should continue to thrive with him as head coach now. Especially considering that the offense has a new weapon in the form of wide receiver George Pickens. Also read: Cowboys Wideout Viewed as 'Major Player' in NFC East Race Seeing that they haven't made it past the divisional round since 1995, the Cowboys are eager to pull off a deep postseason run. Only time will tell if Schottenheimer's new tactics will help end the franchise's postseason drought. For more Dallas Cowboys and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
Newsweek
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Cowboys Star Highlights Offseason Addition in Recent Social Media Post
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Heading into the 2025 season, the Dallas Cowboys are a team that will be looking to get back on track in the NFC. Based on recent social media activity, one key member of the roster seems to be getting along with the team's major offseason addition. After Dak Prescott went down with a season-ending injury, the Cowboys' championship aspirations quickly withered away in 2024. Ahead of the star QB's return, the front office made some upgrades to the cast of weapons around him. Along with adding backfield depth in Javonte Williams and Miles Sanders, Dallas made a big splash by trading for wide receiver George Pickens. Pickens had his off-field issues with the Pittsburgh Steelers, but his talent is undeniable. He is a big and athletic wideout capable of ripping off a big play at any moment. Now with a change of scenery and an MVP-level QB, Pickens has a chance to get his career back on track and be a key piece on a contending team. CeeDee Lamb #88 of the Dallas Cowboys warms up prior to an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at AT&T Stadium on December 22, 2024 in Arlington, Texas. CeeDee Lamb #88 of the Dallas Cowboys warms up prior to an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at AT&T Stadium on December 22, 2024 in Arlington, Texas. Photo byAlso read: Cowboys Wideout Viewed as 'Major Player' in NFC East Race With the addition of Pickens, the Cowboys have arguably one of the top wide receiver duos in the league. Along with their talent levels, they appear to be building a good bond as well. Over the weekend, Cowboys star CeeDee Lamb posted a series of photos on his Instagram. Most featured his life outside of football, but he did peel back the curtain on his offseason training. Among the pictures was one of him and Pickens after getting in some work together. Since being drafted 17th overall in 2020, Lamb has emerged as a key piece of the Cowboys' offense. Even with Prescott going down midway through the year, he managed to rack up his fourth straight 1,000-yard season in 2024. Also read: Dallas Cowboys Named Potential Suitor For Ex-Steelers Standout With their new-look offense, the Cowboys have a chance to become a dark horse contender in the NFC. Their offense has long been based around the passing game, and this is sure to continue with the high-level duo of Lamb and Pickens. Though his production might dip with another dynamic receiver entering the fold, the former should remain as one of the league's top talents at his position. In a few short weeks, the Cowboys wideouts will have more time to mesh on and off the field during training camp. For more Dallas Cowboys and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
