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Proof the Jimmy Johnson draft trade chart is still brilliant

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“Proving the Enduring Genius of the Jimmy Johnson Draft Trade Chart” Heading into the 1991 NFL draft, the Cowboys leveraged 10 early picks from trades to create a Trade Value Chart, aiming to understand draft pick worth. Created by Mike McCoy, this chart became a standard in NFL negotiations, though it’s not without flaws, often … Read more

Cowboys could look at 2005 draft as blueprint for fixing the 2026 defense

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Cowboys Could Use the 2005 Draft as a Model for Revamping the 2026 Defense Twenty-one years ago, the Dallas Cowboys shifted to a 3-4 defense under coach Bill Parcells, drafting four defensive linemen after a poor 2004 season. In 2005, they selected OLB DeMarcus Ware, DE Marcus Spears, DE Chris Canty, and DT Jay Ratliff. … Read more

Dear Steelers: Mike McCarthy’s time with Cowboys proves he’s not the answer you’re looking for

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Dear Steelers: Mike McCarthy’s Tenure with the Cowboys Shows He Isn’t the Solution You Need Brian Schottenheimer’s first year as offensive coordinator for the Dallas Cowboys brought optimism after Mike McCarthy’s departure post a disappointing 7–10 season. McCarthy, who left amid contract disputes and poor playoff performances, has since taken the head coach position at … Read more