2024 Dallas Cowboys Season Preview: Schedule, How to Watch, Key Players

Dallas Cowboys 2024 NFL Season Preview

The Dallas Cowboys are gearing up for an exciting 2024 NFL season, riding a three-season streak of winning 12 games, but flaming out in the playoffs. Here’s a comprehensive preview of what to expect from America’s Team this year.

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Cowboys Key Additions and Subtractions

Additions:

Eric Kendricks (LB): The Cowboys signed Kendricks to bolster their linebacker corps, bringing experience and familiarity with defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer’s scheme.
Jourdan Lewis (CB): Re-signed to provide depth and experience in the secondary.
Rico Dowdle (RB): Re-signed to add depth to the running back position following Tony Pollard‘s departure.

Subtractions:

Tony Pollard (RB): Signed with the Tennessee Titans.
Tyron Smith (LT): Signed with the New York Jets.
Tyler Biadasz (C): Signed with the Washington Commanders.
Dorance Armstrong (DE): Signed with the Washington Commanders.
Dante Fowler Jr. (DE): Signed with the Washington Commanders.
Johnathan Hankins (DT): Signed with the Seattle Seahawks.
Neville Gallimore (DT): Signed with the Miami Dolphins.

Cowboys 2024 Schedule and How to Watch

The Cowboys’ 2024 schedule is packed with must-watch games. Here’s the complete schedule with TV channels and how to watch:

Week 1: at Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Sept. 8, 4:35 p.m. ET (FOX)
Week 2: vs. New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Sept. 15, 1 p.m. ET (FOX)
Week 3: vs. Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Sept. 22, 4:25 p.m. ET (FOX)
Week 4: vs. New York Giants, Thursday, Sept. 26, 8:15 p.m. ET (Prime Video)
Week 5: vs. Pittsburgh Steelers, Sunday, Oct. 6, 8:20 p.m. ET (NBC)
Week 6: vs. Detroit Lions, Sunday, Oct. 13, 4:25 p.m. ET (FOX)
Week 7: Bye Week
Week 8: vs. San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, Oct. 27, 8:20 p.m. ET (NBC)
Week 9: vs. Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Nov. 3, 1 p.m. ET (FOX)
Week 10: vs. Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Nov. 10, 4:25 p.m. ET (CBS)
Week 11: vs. Houston Texans, Monday, Nov. 18, 8:15 p.m. ET (ESPN)
Week 12: at Washington Commanders, Sunday, Nov. 24, 1 p.m. ET (FOX)
Week 13: vs. New York Giants, Thursday, Nov. 28, 4:30 p.m. ET (FOX)
Week 14: vs. Cincinnati Bengals, Monday, Dec. 9, 8:15 p.m. ET (ESPN/ABC)
Week 15: vs. Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Dec. 15, 1 p.m. ET (FOX)
Week 16: vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Dec. 22, 8:20 p.m. ET (NBC)
Week 17: vs. Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Dec. 29, 4:25 p.m. ET (FOX)
Week 18: at Washington Commanders, Sunday, Jan. 5 (Time and channel TBD).

How to Watch the Dallas Cowboys Online

Television:

CBS: Watch Cowboys games live on CBS.
FOX: Watch games live on FOX.
NBC: Sunday Night Football live on NBC.
ESPN: Monday Night Football live on ESPN.
NFL Network: Nearly 200 live NFL games, including Thursday Night Football.

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Cowboys Historical Information

The Dallas Cowboys, established in 1960, have a storied history with five Super Bowl championships (1971, 1977, 1992, 1993, and 1995). Known for their iconic star logo and massive fan base, the Cowboys are one of the most valuable and popular sports franchises globally.

Cowboys Storylines to Watch

Contract Situations: The futures of Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb are major talking points as both players are in contract negotiations that could impact the team’s salary cap and roster flexibility.
Mike McCarthy’s Hot Seat: Despite three consecutive 12-win seasons, McCarthy faces pressure to deliver deeper playoff success, especially after another early exit last season.
Defensive Changes: With Dan Quinn leaving and Mike Zimmer stepping in as defensive coordinator, how will the defense adapt to Zimmer’s 4-3 scheme?.
Emerging Stars: Watch for WR Jalen Tolbert and QB Trey Lance, who could have breakout seasons if given the opportunity.
Injury Comebacks: The return of Trevon Diggs from a torn ACL will be crucial for the secondary’s performance.