Dallas Cowboys face key questions ahead of 2026 NFL season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 12:35 PM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
As the Dallas Cowboys prepare for the 2026 NFL season, they are viewed as potential NFC East favorites. The team has brought in defensive coordinator Christian Parker to revamp a struggling defense, raising expectations for a division title after the Philadelphia Eagles' two-year reign. The Eagles are facing their own challenges, including an offensive line that underperformed last season and the loss of star receiver A.J. Brown. Meanwhile, the New York Giants are adjusting to a new coaching staff and dealing with injuries, while the Washington Commanders have made coaching changes and face uncertainty at quarterback. Former Cowboy Greg Ellis expressed caution about the defense's transition under Parker, emphasizing the time needed for players to adjust.
- •Cowboys viewed as NFC East favorites for 2026 season.
- •Christian Parker joins as defensive coordinator for Cowboys.
- •Eagles face challenges with offensive line and key player losses.
- •Giants adapt to new coaching under injury concerns.
- •Commanders seek stability with coaching changes and quarterback struggles.
- 12:35 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys Headlines: NFC East favorites? 1st rounder questions new D
"Can the Cowboys' defenders learn the system quickly enough? Will their assistants last?
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