Tim MacMahon ESPN Staff Writer
Sources: The Mavs and Nicolas Brussino will part ways after Dallas declined to guarantee his 2017-18 salary before the Thursday deadline.
DALLAS Teams
Cowboys re-sign veteran linebacker Durant
The Dallas Cowboys re-signed veteran linebacker Justin Durant, the team announced on Thursday.
Todd Archer ESPN Staff Writer
The Cowboys have signed linebacker Justin Durant with Damien Wilson facing potential league discipline, Jaylon Smith working his way back from a major knee injury and Mark Nzeocha potentially opening camp on the physically unable to perform list, according to multiple sources. Durant played in 13 games last year as a key reserve for the Cowboys.
Will Rangers buy or sell at trade deadline?
What will the Rangers do at the trade deadline? That seems to be the most intriguing question since they are dangling from playoff contention and have two All Star pitchers they could ship off.
Tom Herman on the expectations for Texas
Texas coach Tom Herman talks about joining the Longhorns, getting to know his new team, the expectations for his program and more.
Source: Nerve improving for Cowboys LB Smith
A source tells ESPN that the injured nerve in the left leg of Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaylon Smith continues to regenerate, giving the team and Smith hope of a full recovery months down the road.
Cowboys LB Anthony Hitchens not worried about being overlooked
Versatile linebacker Anthony Hitchens is fine with quietly collecting tackles while others get the limelight.
Herman supports kissing players on the cheek (2:19)
Herman uses chicken and waffles as encouragement (2:11)
Cowboys rookie to stand trial on DV charge
Cowboys rookie Jourdan Lewis made it clear that he intends to fight a domestic violence charge and will stand trial next week.
Dan Murphy ESPN Staff Writer
Dallas Cowboys rookie Jourdan Lewis will stand trial next week for one misdemeanor domestic violence charge. Jury selection will start Monday. Lewis' attorney John Shea said he hopes the trial will be over by Tuesday.
Dallas Cowboys' goal in 2017: Show staying power
After riding Dak Prescott and Ezekiel Elliott to a 13-3 record in '16, the Cowboys aim to avoid a letdown and prove they belong in the NFL's top tier.
Suspension also would cost Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott financially
If he is suspended by the NFL, Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott will have to repay signing-bonus money, roughly $240,000 per week missed.
Buechele makes Davey O'Brien Award watch list
Texas QB Shane Buechele has been named to the 2017 Davey O'Brien Award watch list. This year's list was selected based on player performance during the previous year and expectations heading into the 2017 college football season. During his rookie campaign last season, Buechele threw for 2,958 yards and 21 touchdowns.
Jones goes deep in the 1st (0:17)
Schoop's double stretches O's lead (0:26)
Gausman sharp on mound as Orioles overpower Rangers 10-2
Kevin Gausman pitched six innings of four-hit ball, Adam Jones homered and scored three runs and the Baltimore Orioles beat the faltering Texas Rangers 10-2 on Wednesday night.
Garrett continues to believe in Elliott (0:54)
Police suspend investigation involving Elliott
Dallas police have suspended their investigation into an alleged assault that a source said involved Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott, citing a lack of witnesses and an inability to contact the victim.
Todd Archer ESPN Staff Writer
According to Dallas Police, the investigation into the incident that occurred Sunday that a source said involved Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott has been suspended due to the lack of a complaint. Detectives made several attempts to contact the victim through various ways, including Twitter, but have not been able to make contact. To date, no witnesses have come forward with more information.
Garrett: Cowboys still 'believe' in Ezekiel Elliott
Cowboys coach Jason Garrett says he will speak to Ezekiel Elliott on Friday and said he believes in the running back as well as Nolan Carroll and Damien Wilson, who were arrested this offseason.
Todd Archer ESPN Staff Writer
Cowboys linebacker Jaylon Smith will follow a similar practice schedule in training camp to what he did in the spring by working every other day, according to coach Jason Garrett. He is part of the group of players that opened camp today with the rookies. He is scheduled to have another test to check on the regeneration of the nerve.
Teams who could crash the CFP party: Texas
The Longhorns have some talent and Tom Herman nearly got Houston in last year. Can he do it again in his first year at Texas?
Teams who could crash the CFP party: TCU
The Horned Frogs are coming off a losing season but don't sell their veteran roster short, as Gary Patterson could engineer an appearance in the Big 12 title game.
Todd Archer ESPN Staff Writer
Cowboys coach Jason Garrett has yet to speak with Ezekiel Elliott regarding the running back's alleges involvement in an incident last weekend but they will meet Friday. Garrett did not address specifics regarding Elliott but he said the team believes in Elliott as a person and football player and will continue to put support in place, "to help them make great decisions to grow."
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MLB: 2017 AL West Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston | 63 | 32 | .663 | - | L1 |
| Seattle | 48 | 48 | .500 | 15.5 | W1 |
| Los Angeles | 47 | 50 | .485 | 17 | W1 |
| Texas | 45 | 49 | .479 | 17.5 | L4 |
| Oakland | 43 | 52 | .453 | 20 | W1 |