Colin Cowherd delivers critical assessment of Cowboys' Super Bowl hopes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 11:12 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones launched into the 2026 NFL season with high expectations following a disappointing 7-9-1 record last year. Analyst Colin Cowherd criticized the team on his show, stating he does not view them as a Super Bowl contender and referencing their poor performance against playoff teams. Additionally, former Cowboys player Micah Parsons predicted the Philadelphia Eagles would lead the NFC East, suggesting the Cowboys might finish in second. The team's offseason moves were noted but described as not significantly impactful. Dallas faces pressure to improve, particularly after missing the playoffs last season.
- •Cowboys aim to improve after a 7-9-1 season.
- •Colin Cowherd doubts their Super Bowl contention.
- •Micah Parsons predicts Cowboys second in NFC East.
- •Offseason moves viewed as inadequate by analysts.
- •Pressure mounts for a playoff berth this year.
- 11:12 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys Slapped With Harsh Reality Check from Colin Cowherd
"The Dallas Cowboys are headed into the 2026 NFL season with high expectations from team owner Jerry Jones.Over the last few years, Jones has felt that his team was capable of making a Super Bowl run. Unfortunately, the team has come up short of those expectations on the field.Last season, the Cowboys struggled all year […] The post Cowboys Slapped With Harsh Reality Check from Colin Cowherd appeared first on HEAVY.
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