Talkin' Cowboys: A Different Defense?

It's a Halloween edition of Talkin' Cowboys as Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez hit the latest news and injury notes, Schotty's comments on penalties, and the College Football Minute. Josh takes the crew to the movies for a spooky 'Get Ya Popcorn Ready' segment before they wrap with Pick'ems.

The trade deadline is closing in, and the Talkin' Cowboys crew is on the edge - split on whether Dallas should target a defensive tackle or an edge rusher. Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez debate the move that could swing the season, plus a Cowboys defense vs. Cardinals offense preview and Patrik's drops science in the "Lab Koat" segment.

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez preview the Cowboys' offense against a tough, physical Cardinals defense. With a bounce-back game needed, the crew stresses running the ball, and protecting it, against S Budda Baker and a play-making Arizona second level defense.

With the trade deadline one week away, Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, and Josh Rodriguez take listener calls to discuss whether the Cowboys should make a splash on defense or look toward a coaching change. The crew debates what moves - if any - can get this campaign back on track.

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Josh Rodriguez, and Tommy Yarrish react to the Cowboys' 44-24 loss in Denver and the historically bad showing on defense. The crew debates whether Dallas can fix things with the DC Matt Eberflus or if bigger moves are needed to save the season.

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez give their final thoughts before Cowboys-Broncos, as the Dallas offense looks to stay hot against a major test in Denver. Plus, Get Ya Popcorn Ready, Pick'Ems, and a few bold predictions before Week 8 kicks off.

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez flip the script to preview the Cowboys' defense vs. Denver's explosive offense. After DC Matt Eberflus "gave in" to more man coverage with success against the Commanders, the crew debates if Dallas can keep that momentum against Courtland Sutton, J.K. Dobbins, and Bo Nix after their 33-points-in-one-quarter outburst.

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez dive into Jerry Jones' comments on the Trevon Diggs drama and what it means for the locker room. Plus, a preview of a ferocious Broncos defense ready to test Dak Prescott, George Pickens, CeeDee Lamb, and a vengeful Javonte Williams in Week 8.

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez discuss the latest Cowboys updates, including the 21-day practice window opening this week for DeMarvion Overshown, Cooper Beebe, and Shavon Revel. On this Talkin' Tuesday, the crew take listener calls to break down potential WR rotation changes with Jonathan Mingo's forthcoming return.

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez react to the Cowboys' 44-22 win over the Commanders. The crew gives credit to Matt Eberflus' defense, DaRon Bland's playmaking, and how they complimented a Cowboys offense that continues to roll.

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez talk CeeDee Lamb's return, key injury updates, and more. Josh takes the wheel for a Get Ya Popcorn Ready that goes hilariously off-script with bold predictions and this week's Pick'Ems.

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez preview how the Cowboys' struggling defense matches up against a schematically tricky Commanders offense. With communication issues at the core of Dallas' collapse, Patrik breaks down the science of why being "middle-of-the-road" could be enough - if the Cowboys can finally get on the same page.

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez discuss how the Cowboys' offense can spread targets and find rhythm in both the passing and run game, with the possible return of CeeDee Lamb. With a familiar foe in Commanders HC Dan Quinn, the crew breaks down how Dak Prescott can stay both balanced and unpredictable.

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, and Tommy Yarrish break down the Cowboys' disappointing 30-27 loss to the Carolina Panthers, "wasting" performances by Dak Prescott, George Pickens, and where the defense can go from here.

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, & Josh Rodriguez share their final thoughts before the Cowboys head to Charlotte to take on the Carolina Panthers, Josh gives us the latest Cowboys themed cinema in Get Ya Popcorn Ready, and the crew make their Week 6 pick'ems.

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez preview how the Cowboys' defense matches up against Bryce Young and the Panthers after Rico Dowdle's "buckle up" warning and career day on offense.

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez preview how the Cowboys' top-ranked offense matches up with a sneaky Carolina defense full of under-the-radar playmakers. From Brian Schottenheimer's hot streak to the challenge of staying sharp against an overlooked opponent, the crew breaks down what could make this one trickier than it looks.

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez take your calls on a Talkin' Tuesday to break down how depth across the offensive line, linebacker group, and wide receiver room is stepping up amid injuries. With "Compete Every Day" as the team mantra, the crew asks — are the Cowboys finally proving it?

The Cowboys left New York with a statement win against the Jets as young players and backups rose to the occasion. Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Josh Rodriguez, and Isaiah Stanback break down the breakout performances in this "we told ya so" edition of Talkin' Cowboys.

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez share their final thoughts before Cowboys-Jets. Can Dallas finally stop the 3rd down storyline against yet another dual-threat QB in Justin Fields, Josh drops his brand new "Get Ya Popcorn Ready!" segment, and Kyle Reveals a wild stat about desperate teams trying to avoid 0-5.

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Josh Rodriguez, and Isaiah Stanback preview a high-stakes matchup as the Cowboys' offense faces a desperate Jets defense under Aaron Glenn, looking to avoid a 0-5 start to his head coaching career and knows Dallas all too well. With nearly the entire offensive line on the injury report, Dak Prescott and George Pickens will lean heavily on Javonte Williams and the ground game to get Dallas rolling in New York.

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Josh Rodriguez, and Tommy Yarrish preview how Dallas' defense matches up with the New York Jets, asking if a banged-up linebacker unit and shaky secondary can contain Justin Fields — or if the Cowboys' "pharmacy" defense will once again provide the cure for a struggling but talented offense.

Kyle Youmans, Josh Rodriguez, and Patrik Walker take listener calls to discuss Juanyeh Thomas stepping in for the injured Malik Hooker, the possibility of extending George Pickens, and whether the Cowboys' defense has the personnel to finally "get right" this season.

The Cowboys and Packers went toe-to-toe on Sunday night but finished locked in a 40-40 stalemate. Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Josh Rodriguez, and Tommy Yarrish unpack the emotional draw, debate if NFL games should ever end in ties, and break down the good and bad from Dallas' Week 4 clash with Micah Parsons and the Green & Yellow.

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Josh Rodriguez & Tommy Yarrish share their final thoughts before the Cowboys take on the Green Bay Packers at AT&T Stadium on Sunday night, make their Week 4 pick'ems, and more.