Cowboys defense impresses during joint practice with Rams in California
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 8:22 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026

The Dallas Cowboys held a joint practice with the Los Angeles Rams in Woodland Hills, California, on August 11, 2026. Reports indicate that the Cowboys' defense, under Christian Parker, has shown significant improvement compared to last year's practice against the Rams. Key players like Shavon Revel and Justin Barron made notable contributions, with Revel forcing a fumble and Barron recording three interceptions. Offensive performance included touchdown passes from Sam Howell and Dak Prescott. Neither team allowed fans or videos of the session, aiming to keep strategies under wraps ahead of their matchup in Week 15.
- •Joint practice took place on August 11, 2026, in Woodland Hills, California.
- •Shavon Revel forced a fumble and had multiple pass break-ups.
- •Justin Barron recorded his third interception of practice.
- •Cowboys scored two touchdowns from Sam Howell and Dak Prescott.
- •Both teams kept strategies subdued, limiting playcalling.
- 8:22 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys defense shines in joint practice with Rams; big day for Revel, Overshown, Barron
"Video wasn't permitted as the Cowboys worked out against the Rams on Tuesday, but all reports are that the Dallas D is much improved over last year.
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