NFC East
Dallas Cowboys
AI Summary
Continuity is the story in Dallas — the starting offensive lineup returns largely intact, and most outlets have the Cowboys rated well above where their public perception sat for most of the offseason.
Researched by Team Research Desk · last updated August 20, 2026
Real Efficiency KPIs
Offensive EPA/play
+0.098
#5 of 32
Defensive EPA/play allowed
+0.167
#32 of 32
2025 regular season, 1104 offensive / 1027 defensive plays. Source: nflverse play-by-play (github.com/nflverse/nflverse-data), real 2025 regular season. This is a prior-season baseline — this team's 2026 numbers will replace it once real Week 1 plays exist.
Key Players (2025 production)
Leading Passer
Dak Prescott · QB
404/600, 30 TD, 10 INT
+114.3 passing EPA
Leading Rusher
Javonte Williams · RB
252 car, 1201 yds, 11 TD
+12.2 rushing EPA
Leading Receiver
George Pickens · WR
93/137, 1429 yds, 23% target share
+88.7 receiving EPA
Leading Pass Rusher
Jadeveon Clowney · DE
8.5 sacks, 10 QB hits
Leading Tackler
Shemar James · LB
40 solo, 51 assist
Leading Interceptor
Donovan Wilson · SAF
2 INT
Source: nflverse player stats (github.com/nflverse/nflverse-data), real 2025 regular season; team attribution updated for documented 2026 offseason trades. Prior-season baseline, not 2026 in-season stats.
Key Storylines
- Starting offensive lineup returns fully intact
- Ranked well above offseason public perception in most preseason boards
Injury Report
No notable injuries reported.