Dallas Cowboys prepare for preseason matchup against Arizona Cardinals
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 1:52 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys are set to face the Arizona Cardinals in their second preseason game on Saturday night. Several players will be under close scrutiny as they compete for roster spots. Notable players to watch include wide receiver Camden Brown, who excelled in training camp and recently scored two touchdowns, and linebacker Jaishawn Barham, making his debut after injury. Offensive tackle Nate Thomas is looking to regain form as concerns linger about the position. Other players of interest are outside linebacker Marist Liufau, in a competitive battle for a roster spot, and running back Israel Abanikanda, who is also vying for a backup role. These performances could significantly impact the Cowboys' lineup ahead of the regular season.
- •Camden Brown scored two touchdowns in preseason Week 1.
- •Jaishawn Barham is making his Cowboys debut against the Cardinals.
- •Nate Thomas aims to improve amid concerns at offensive tackle.
- •Marist Liufau competes for a roster spot as outside linebacker.
- •Israel Abanikanda looks to secure a backup running back position.
- 1:03 AMYahoo Sports — Cowboys at Cardinals: Who's In, Who's Out In Preseason Game No. 2?
- 1:52 AMYahoo Sports — 5 Cowboys to watch in Week 2 of the preseason vs the Cardinals
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — 5 Cowboys to watch in Preseason Week 2 against Arizona Cardinals
"The Cowboys play the Cardinals with a variety of guys to keep eyes on, for a handful of different reasons.
"The Cowboys take on the Cardinals in their second preseason game, but who will we be watching?
"Which Cowboys are you going to be paying the most attention to on Saturday night?
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 23, 2026, 1:03 AMCowboys at Cardinals: Who's In, Who's Out In Preseason Game No. 2?
The Cowboys take on the Cardinals in their second preseason game, but who will we be watching?
- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 1:52 AM5 Cowboys to watch in Week 2 of the preseason vs the Cardinals
The Cowboys play the Cardinals with a variety of guys to keep eyes on, for a handful of different reasons.
- Yahoo SportsAug 20, 2026, 5:00 PM5 Cowboys to watch in Preseason Week 2 against Arizona Cardinals
Which Cowboys are you going to be paying the most attention to on Saturday night?
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