Talkin' Cowboys: Elite Expectations for Defensive Line?

Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker and Josh Rodriguez take listener calls on a Talkin' Tuesday to answer questions about performances across the defensive and offensive line, who you expect to see in place of injured secondary players, and more.

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker & Josh Rodriguez break down the Cowboys' 37-20 win over the Washington Commanders, covering everything from Dak Prescott's record-setting day to addressing issues still lingering on defense, and much more!

Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker and Josh Rodriguez share their final thoughts on the Cowboys' Week 2 matchup against the Washington Commanders, play Bullseye or Bust, Get Ya Popcorn Ready, and a new game called Take It Or Leave It!

Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker and Josh Rodriguez break down Cowboys defense vs the Commanders offense, which player will have the most pressure to perform well in Week 2, and if Jaishawn Barham's viral clip is a good or bad thing for the culture of the defense.

Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker and Josh Rodriguez break down the Cowboys' offense against the Washington Commanders' blitz-heavy scheme under new DC Daronte Jones, how to use Sonny Styles' aggressiveness against him, and if the offense line can hold up in this Week 2 divisional matchup.

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker and Josh Rodriguez break down the Cowboys 20-28 loss to the New York Giants in Week 1, what happened to this defensive unit after months of high expectations, what needs to be improved immediately, and more.

Josh Rodriguez, Isaiah Stanback & Patrik Walker share their final predictions for Cowboys-Giants including the one player they believe will decide the game. The crew also play Bullseye or Bust, Josh kicks off this season's Get Your Popcorn Ready, and make their Week One pick'ems.

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker & Josh Rodriguez break down the Cowboys defense going up against Jon Harbaugh and Matt Nagy's Giant offense, and putting pressure on Jaxson Dart by taking away their run game.

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker, & Josh Rodriguez break down the Cowboys offense vs. a new-look Giants defense, if the offensive line will be able to hold up against a stout 7-man front, and which targets Dak Prescott will rely on most.

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, & Patrik Walker kick off Giants week, react to the Tyler Smith injury news, evaluate the Cowboys' defensive depth, and discuss whether another roster move could still be on the way.

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker, & Josh Rodriguez discuss the Cowboys' decision to waive QB Joe Milton, if they plan to bring him back to the practice squad, and what acquiring Broderick Jones means for the future of Terence Steele at right tackle.

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker, and Josh Rodriguez discuss the Cowboys' initial 53-man roster, the huge surprise cuts like Jaydon Blue and Sam Williams, and what position groups do not feel "finalized."

The full crew is back together at The Star as Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker, and Josh Rodriguez debate the toughest roster decisions, rising preseason standouts, and who has earned the Cowboys' trust heading into the final roster cutdown.

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, and Cowboys legend Nate Newton break down Dallas' 34-13 preseason win over the Cardinals, from Jaishawn Barham's breakout performance to Joe Milton's continued rise and the Cowboys' toughest roster battles.

Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker, & Josh Rodriguez discuss the Cowboys-Saints joint practice - skirmishes and all, which bubble players need to have a good showing in Saturday's preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals, Bullseye or Bust, and more on the final episode of Talkin' from Oxnard of the 2026 season.

Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker, & Josh Rodriguez react to the Cowboys agreeing to terms with All-Pro pass rusher Von Miller, break down the preseason win against the Seattle Seahawks, players on the bubble and more!

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker, and Josh Rodriguez break down a dominant defensive showing against the Rams in joint practice, debate key roster battles, and look ahead to the first preseason game in Seattle.

Isaiah Stanback reunites with Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker, and Josh Rodriguez to discuss defensive communication, preview next week's joint practice with the Los Angeles Rams, and play Bullseye or Bust on a Say-It-With-Your-Chest Friday.

Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker, and Josh Rodriguez break down the first two padded practices, including the running back competition, Tyler Guyton's development, emerging rookies, and the camp battles changing by the day.

The pads come on in Oxnard as Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker, and Josh Rodriguez recap the biggest Week 1 storylines. The crew discusses Cobie Durant and Rashan Gary, the chemistry between Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens, why Ryan Flournoy continues to generate buzz, and which linebackers are leading the race before the first padded practice. Plus, who would be the Cowboys' starting middle linebacker today?

Nicole Hutchison makes her debut as host of Talkin' Cowboys alongside Patrik Walker and Josh Rodriguez, breaking down Day 1 of Cowboys training camp, DaRon Bland, Caleb Downs, the defensive front, and Nicole's first segment of Bullseye or Bust.

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Josh Rodriguez, and Isaiah Stanback kick off Cowboys minicamp by discussing George Pickens' return to the building and identifying several under-the-radar players to watch this week. The crew also reflects on Kyle's time with Talkin' Cowboys as he signs off for the final time, celebrating the moments, memories, and friendships built along the way.

Kyle Youmans, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez break down the latest from Cowboys OTAs, including Brian Schottenheimer's comments about LT being an open competition and whether it could bring out the best in Tyler Guyton. The crew also discuss the Cowboys' new emphasis on measurables when building the roster before having some fun by creating the ultimate Cowboys team with the best players from each decade in franchise history.

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, and Josh Rodriguez talk OTAs, the landscape of the NFC changing with two blockbuster trades, and how the Cornerback room has the most to prove this season.

Kyle Youmans and Patrik Walker return to react to the Cowboys' 2026 schedule release, breaking down the difficult early-season travel and rest disadvantages, the impact of a late bye week, and the stretches that could shape the year. The crew also discuss the current lull in the offseason and prepare Cowboys Nation for what to expect as voluntary OTAs begin next week.