Talkin' Cowboys: Running Back Rotation; Backup QB

The Cowboys are officially above .500 after Monday night's win over the Giants, and at 2-1, are building momentum as Dak Prescott gets closer to a return from thumb surgery. The crew breaks down the win and what it says about the team's identity after three games.

Head coach Mike McCarthy updates the injury status of his team as the Cowboys wrap up the practice week before hosting the Cincinnati Bengals.

Will Michael Gallup make his season debut against the Giants on Monday night? What type of impact can he make on the Cowboys' offense when he does return? The crew breaks down the matchup against the Giants' defense.

The Cowboys found some momentum in Week 2. The Giants are undefeated after two games. The NFC East rivalry will be renewed Monday, and the Talkin' crew breaks down some key matchups for Dallas' defense against the Giants' revamped offense.

With Michael Gallup getting closer to his season debut, and Noah Brown emerging against the Bengals, is the Cowboys' wide receiver depth getting stronger? And where will third-round draft pick Jalen Tolbert ultimately factor into the depth chart? The crew debates. Plus, fan phone calls and our "smelly sticker" segment returns!

Staring at a potential 0-2 start without Dak Prescott (thumb), the Cowboys delivered a complete team victory over a talented Bengals team. The crew breaks down all three phases of the Cowboys' 20-17 win.

On the final show before Sunday's game against the Bengals, the crew debates how the offense can get on track with backup Cooper Rush set to start at QB.

The crew previews the Cowboys offense vs. the Bengals defense, and specifically how they must get the passing game going without Dak Prescott (thumb) in the lineup Sunday.

The Cowboys defense held Tom Brady and the Bucs to 19 points in Week 1. Now comes another challenge from Joe Burrow and the Bengals' dynamic offense this Sunday. The crew breaks down the matchup for Dallas.

Dak Prescott will not go on short-term IR, which means he could be back on the field within the next month. But for now, the Cowboys' offense must adjust without him. What has to change starting in Week 2? Plus, fan phone calls.

The Cowboys were already headed to a 19-3 loss to Tampa Bay. Then Dak Prescott suffered a thumb injury that will sideline him several weeks. What happened Sunday night, and what now? The crew breaks down the loss and the weeks ahead.

It's the last word before Cowboys-Bucs on Sunday night! The crew makes their final predictions for Week 1 and gives their matchups to watch.

The Cowboys had 60 rushing yards in a two-point loss to the Bucs last year. Does the running game need to be a focal point this Sunday? The crew debates, and Nate Newton stops by for his thoughts.

The crew dives into the Cowboys defense's rematch against Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Bucs offense. What impact will Micah Parsons have the second time around against Brady? What are the key matchups to watch?

Welcome Patrik Walker to the show! With Jason Peters signed to the practice squad, what's the best starting offensive line? And, what's the strongest position on the roster? The crew debates. Plus, fan phone calls.

How will the Cowboys fare in 2022? The crew makes their record picks. Plus, more on Jason Peters' free-agent visit to Dallas, and we salute Hek'ma Harrison after three great years on the show!

The crew breaks down all the Cowboys' initial 53-man roster decisions, including the 28 moves made Tuesday to reach the limit. Plus, Nate Newton joins the show to discuss the state of the offensive line.

With the preseason behind us, the crew discusses the toughest decisions for the upcoming final roster cuts. Plus, what is the likely backup plan at left tackle and how much does Tyron Smith's injury impact the offense?

Is the swing tackle competition any clearer? Have the Cowboys found the answer at kicker? Will rookie Jalen Tolbert contribute right away? The crew answers these preseason questions.

The whole crew is back together to break down Cowboys-Chargers and an electric performance from KaVontae Turpin. How does his emergence impact the numbers at the receiver position?

It's the final episode from Oxnard this year! The crew breaks down the joint practice and preseason opener in Denver: the good, the bad, and yes, the penalties.

With kickers trying out in Oxnard, the crew discusses the state of the position in training camp so far. Plus, an undrafted rookie standout, and more news and notes.

The crew answers a bunch of your training camp questions, including Anthony Barr's role, camp standouts and roster concerns.

Isaiah Stanback rejoins the show! Given James Washington's injury, do the Cowboys need to make a move at WR? If so, how quickly? Plus, news & notes from practice.

Finally, a padded practice! The crew gives some names to watch. Plus, what's the ceiling for the defensive line? And could the Cowboys add some help at edge rusher?