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Dallas Cowboys announce leadership council for 2026 training camp

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 10:00 PM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Dallas Cowboys announce leadership council for 2026 training camp

Summary

The Dallas Cowboys have appointed an 11-man leadership council as they begin training camp in Oxnard, California. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer selected players including Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, and Javonte Williams to guide the team’s culture and communication throughout the 2026 season. These players, with a mix of experience ranging from one season to several years, are intended to exemplify the values desired by the coaching staff. Schottenheimer aims for a deep postseason run following a challenging previous season. Practices commenced today as the team prepares for the upcoming NFL season.

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Key Details

•Brian Schottenheimer announces the 11-man leadership council in Oxnard.
•Dak Prescott is the longest-tenured player on the roster.
•Javonte Williams had a career-best season in 2025.
•Quinnen Williams enters his first full season with the Cowboys.
•The team aims for an improved performance this season.

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10:00 PMYahoo Sports — Inside Cowboys 11-Man Leadership Council: Who's On It, And Why?

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The Dallas Cowboys head coach has kicked off training camp by appointing players from across the roster to a leadership council for the 2026 season.
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