The Cowboys enter the game with an offense that ranks first in the FBS in total yards per game (610.7) and passing yards per game (411.2). However, the Longhorns are 24-7 all-time vs. Oklahoma State, and their .774 winning percentage against the Cowboys is the best against any opponent that they've played at least 25 times.
The league loosened its rules surrounding celebrations this season, leading to plenty of fun through six weeks. Which has been your favorite thus far?
With 8.5 sacks, Dallas' top pass-rusher seems headed for a big payday as a potential free agent next offseason, but remains focused on winning.
The Cowboys don't have much luck winning games and are slumping without their best defender Sean Lee, who is due back against the 49ers.
Given how the hockey world is set up, one can find teams at all different levels that are loaded with prospects, from the top minor league farm teams to European pro clubs to the junior ranks to the NCAA. Here are 10 particularly notable ones for 2017-18.
Tyler Seguin scored a pair of third-period goals and the Dallas Stars held off Arizona 5-4 on Thursday night, sending the winless Coyotes to their fifth straight defeat.
Bruce Harris, the 38-year-old brother of Mavericks guard Devin Harris, was fatally injured in an early morning crash on a Dallas expressway, according to a Dallas police statement.
Most of the chatter about the Cowboys' struggles -- present and future -- revolve around Ezekiel Elliott. But don't spare Dallas' run defense from its share of the responsibility.
The Cowboys can't afford another loss following their stumble at home against TCU. The Longhorns proved last week vs. Oklahoma that they can give a Big 12 contender a battle.
For the fourth time in six weeks, the 49ers have less than a 30 percent chance to win, by FPI's measure. They've lost the previous three games -- all of which were on the road -- by a total of eight points.
The Cowboys say the uncertainty surrounding Ezekiel Elliott didn't alter their preparation for the 49ers.
The Cowboys entered the season with the admittedly lofty goal of 40 takeaways, but after going 13 quarters without, they're back to Square 1.
With Sean Lee returning from a two-game absence, the Cowboys will have their starting linebacker corps together for the first time this season Sunday at San Francisco. Anthony Hitchens will start at middle linebacker in place of Jaylon Smith with Lee at weak-side linebacker and Damien Wilson at strong-side linebacker.
Ernie DiGregorio's rookie debut assist record for the Buffalo Braves in 1973 has stood the test of time. But Dennis Smith Jr. came close in his debut Wednesday, totaling 10 dimes for the Mavericks in a 117-111 loss to the Hawks. Lonzo Ball averaged 7.6 assists per game in his lone season at UCLA.
Despite a potential for some difficult road matchups, our Big 12 writers predict that both the Sooners and Cowboys will come out ahead.
All-Pro left tackle Tyron Smith is set to take part in his first practice since Sept. 27 because of back tightness. Smith has not missed a game and the Cowboys expect him to be ready Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers.
Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban abstained from voting on the new NBA draft lottery system when the board of governors voted last month.
The Cowboys think they turned a corner with their running attack before the bye week, and aim to keep Ezekiel Elliott chugging against the 49ers.
The high-rising rookie PG became the youngest player to debut with a points/assists double-double Wednesday night, elevating Dallas' long-term sights.
Devin Harris let rookie Dennis Smith Jr. pick which Disney princess backpack he wanted.
Dirk on Dennis Smith Jr.: "He's definitely a special athlete. We're gonna have a lot of fun watching him hopefully for a long, long time."
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | 5 | 1 | 0 | .833 | 165 | 122 |
| Washington | 3 | 2 | 0 | .600 | 117 | 113 |
| Dallas | 2 | 3 | 0 | .400 | 125 | 132 |
| New York | 1 | 5 | 0 | .167 | 105 | 132 |
| TEAM | CONF | OVR |
|---|---|---|
| TCU | 3-0 | 6-0 |
| Oklahoma | 2-1 | 5-1 |
| Iowa State | 2-1 | 4-2 |
| Texas | 2-1 | 3-3 |
| Oklahoma State | 2-1 | 5-1 |
| West Virginia | 2-1 | 4-2 |
| Texas Tech | 1-2 | 4-2 |
| Kansas State | 1-2 | 3-3 |
| Kansas | 0-3 | 1-5 |
| Baylor | 0-3 | 0-6 |
