Cowboys eye division title as NFC East faces turmoil in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 11:29 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys are in a strong position to contend for the NFC East title in 2026 as rival teams confront significant challenges. Following two straight losing seasons, the Cowboys are motivated to improve under Dak Prescott, having finished 2025 with 4,552 passing yards and 30 touchdowns. The Philadelphia Eagles must replace A.J. Brown and struggled offensively last season. The Washington Commanders dealt with a poor defense and quarterback uncertainty, while the New York Giants are facing offensive questions. Dallas retained 10 starters from last year's prolific offense and is hopeful that their revamped defense will be sufficient to compete.
- •Cowboys finished 2025 with a 7-9-1 record and pressure to improve.
- •Division rivals face significant challenges, creating an opening for Dallas.
- •Dak Prescott led the NFL's second-ranked offense last season.
- •Eagles, Commanders, and Giants struggle with roster and performance issues.
- •Dallas returns 10 offensive starters and has revamped its defense.
- 11:29 AMYahoo Sports — Rest of the NFC East is handing Cowboys a golden opportunity they can't afford to waste
"With the rest of the NFC East in complete chaos, the path to a division title is wide open for Dak Prescott and the Cowboys.
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