Colin Cowherd doubts Cowboys' Super Bowl chances for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 7:26 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Colin Cowherd has expressed skepticism about the Dallas Cowboys' prospects for the upcoming 2026 NFL season. The Cowboys, coming off a 7-9-1 record in 2025, aim to establish themselves as Super Bowl contenders under head coach Brian Schottenheimer. With a revamped defense and star quarterback Dak Prescott leading the offense, the team hopes to improve upon their previous performance. Cowherd's critique centers on their lackluster showing against playoff teams last season. The Cowboys will kick off their season against the New York Giants on September 13.
- •Cowboys ranked near the bottom in defense last season.
- •Dak Prescott recorded 4,552 passing yards and 30 touchdowns in 2025.
- •Cowboys start their season against the Giants on September 13.
- 7:26 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys’ Super Bowl hype for 2026 season gets shut down by Colin Cowherd
"Colin Cowherd stands out as a major doubter on the Cowboys' Super Bowl chances, seeing the team have critics to prove wrong this season.
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