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Why Cowboys’ 2026 rookie class could see more playing time than expected

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Why the Cowboys’ Rookie Class of 2026 Might Get More Playing Time Than Anticipated Over the past decade, projections of playing time for Cowboys rookie classes have shown mixed results. Recent evaluations indicate that the 2026 class could see around 3,176 snaps, equating to approximately 12.7% of total team snaps. Key projections include first-round pick … Read more

Cowboys’ Jerry Jones comfortable with George Pickens playing under franchise tag: ‘We have long-term plans’ for him

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Cowboys’ Jerry Jones Confident in George Pickens Under Franchise Tag: ‘We Have Long-Term Plans’ for Him Nearly a month after placing the franchise tag on wide receiver George Pickens, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is comfortable with him playing under it in 2026. The team has until July 15 to negotiate a deal, but sources suggest … Read more

Readers reply: American football takes for ever. In which other sports do you spend most of your time not playing the game?

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Readers Respond: American Football Takes Forever—In Which Other Sports Do You Spend More Time Off the Field? The average NFL game lasts about three hours, with only one hour of active play. Readers discuss other sports with significant downtime compared to playtime, including golf, school sports, and three-day eventing. For instance, in golf, more time … Read more