A full look at the Dallas Cowboys' arsenal in the 2026 NFL draft and current first-round order entering Week 16.

Dallas dropped to 6-7-1 with the loss and can still technically make the playoffs, but it would take a lot. The Cowboys would need the 9-5 Philadelphia Eagles, who are in first place in the NFC East, to lose their final three games, while Dallas would need to win against the Los Angeles Chargers, Washington Commanders and New York Giants.

The Cowboys spent an NFL-low $20.47 million in free agency in 2024, per OverTheCap.com, and they went bargain bin shopping in 2025. They struck oil with running back Javonte Williams, but most of their additions didn't move the needle. Dallas needs more from its front office in free agency in order to build a more competent defense in 2026.

The Dallas Cowboys have taken a hit in the latest NFL power rankings roundup after watching their playoff hopes plummet in Week 15.

According to Jones, the defensive shortcomings have directly altered the trajectory of the Cowboys’ season. Despite boasting one of the league’s most productive offenses, Dallas has repeatedly been forced to play from behind or win shootouts, a formula that hasn’t consistently worked.

Wide receiver George Pickens was quiet in both the Lions loss and the Vikings loss, causing some to wonder if team owner Jerry Jones may reconsider wanting to keep him around long-term. However, Jones recently assured fans that this was not the case.

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs expected to play in Week 15, but that did not happen and Diggs has since expressed his frustration with the team keeping him out for another game.

The Dallas Cowboys are being urged to use their franchise tag on NFL All-Pro kicker Brandon Aubrey instead of wide receiver George Pickens.