Talkin' Cowboys: Missing Link On Defense?

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker & Josh Rodriguez share their final thoughts on the Cowboys-Texans matchup, does Joey Porter Jr. need to play this week, Josh gets the popcorn ready with a bold prediction segment, and the crew make their picks for Week 4.

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker & Josh Rodriguez are first in the building to react to the blockbuster trade for Steelers' CB Joey Porter Jr. The crew breaks down what it means for Christian Parker's scheme going forward, how it improves every level from pass rush to the rest of the corner room. Also: Patrik's Lab Koat segment is opened to callers!

Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker and Josh Rodriguez dive into the Cowboys-Texans matchup in Week 4. The crew scouts the Texans' mega-talented defense, from DE Will Anderson Jr. to LB Azeez Al-Shaair, and which Cowboys offensive weapons can Dak Prescott rely on to keep Houston winless.

Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker and Josh Rodriguez discuss the injury aftermath of Week 3, with updated on Jalen Thompson, Shavon Revel, Malik Hooker and more. The crew also answers your listener calls on a Talkin' Tuesday.

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker & Josh Rodriguez discuss the Cowboys' heartbreaking 34-31 loss to the Baltimore Ravens in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The crew airs out some frustration, from play-calling to fundamental errors, while also spotlighting performances from Javonte Williams, Jaishawn Barham and more that kept Dallas in it till the very end.

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback and Josh Rodriguez share their final thoughts on Cowboys-Ravens in Rio, Get Your Popcorn Ready, Bullseye Or Bust, and Week 3 Pick'Ems. Find out if the crew thinks the Cowboys can pull off this international upset.

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker & Josh Rodriguez discuss the running game on both sides of the ball. The science from Patrik's Lab Koat segment says the Cowboys need to get the run going early and often, and Isaiah's QB Vision says the Cowboys defense must stack the box against Derek Henry.

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker & Josh Rodriguez welcome back Kyle Youmans (Voice of the Baltimore Ravens) to the show to discuss key matchups, containing Lamar Jackson, preparing for Derek Henry and more from the upcoming Week 3 battle in Rio de Janeiro.

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.