It is officially the 2026 offseason, and with the "Steel City" draft in Pittsburgh officially in the books, the energy in Frisco is reaching a fever pitch. After a blockbuster 2025 campaign that saw the Dallas Cowboys reclaim their dominance over the NFC East, the focus now shifts to the 2026-27 season—the second year of the Brian Schottenheimer era.
With Mike McCarthy now leading the Steelers in his hometown, the "Star" has a new identity. Behind a high-octane offense featuring a franchised George Pickens and a defense led by the veteran force of Quinnen Williams, the Cowboys are no longer just "America’s Team"—they are the team the rest of the NFC is chasing.
How to Get Cowboys Tickets for the 2026 Season
AT&T Stadium is preparing for a historic season, including the highly anticipated Thanksgiving clash against the Eagles and a special Week 3 "Home" game in South America.
- Official On-Sale: Single-game tickets go live on SeatGeek (the official primary partner of the Cowboys) and Ticketmaster immediately following the full schedule release on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
- The "Rio" Game: Take note—the Cowboys' Week 3 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens on September 27 will be played in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This counts as a Cowboys home game, so demand for the remaining 8 games in Arlington will be extreme.
- Mobile Entry: AT&T Stadium is a strictly digital venue. You must use the Dallas Cowboys app or your SeatGeek account to access tickets. Screenshots are not accepted at the gates.
- Secondary Market: For the Thanksgiving Day game or the visit from the 49ers, check the verified fan-to-fan marketplace on SeatGeek.
Dallas Cowboys Schedule
Week | Date | Opponent | Venue | Time (ET) | Network |
1 | Sept 13 | @ Washington Commanders | Northwest Stadium | 1:00 PM | FOX |
2 | Sept 20 | New York Giants | AT&T Stadium | 4:25 PM | FOX |
3 | Sept 27 | Baltimore Ravens | Maracanã Stadium (Rio) | 4:25 PM | CBS |
4 | Oct 4 | @ Cincinnati Bengals | Paycor Stadium | 4:25 PM | CBS |
5 | Oct 8 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers (TNF) | AT&T Stadium | 8:15 PM | Prime Video |
6 | Oct 18 | @ Detroit Lions | Ford Field | 4:25 PM | FOX |
7 | Oct 25 | Philadelphia Eagles (SNF) | AT&T Stadium | 8:20 PM | NBC |
8 | Nov 1 | @ Cleveland Browns | Huntington Bank Field | 1:00 PM | FOX |
9 | Nov 8 | Green Bay Packers | AT&T Stadium | 4:25 PM | FOX |
10 | — | BYE WEEK | — | — | — |
11 | Nov 22 | @ Chicago Bears | Soldier Field | 1:00 PM | FOX |
12 | Nov 26 | Washington Commanders (Thanksgiving) | AT&T Stadium | 4:30 PM | CBS |
13 | Dec 6 | @ Pittsburgh Steelers | Acrisure Stadium | 4:25 PM | FOX |
14 | Dec 13 | @ New York Giants | MetLife Stadium | 4:25 PM | FOX |
15 | Dec 20 | Minnesota Vikings | AT&T Stadium | 1:00 PM | FOX |
16 | Dec 27 | @ San Francisco 49ers (SNF) | Levi's Stadium | 8:20 PM | NBC |
17 | Jan 3 | @ Philadelphia Eagles | Lincoln Financial Field | 1:00 PM | FOX |
18 | Jan 10 | Houston Texans | AT&T Stadium |
How to Watch the Cowboys in 2026
- Local/National:FOX (KDFW-4) remains the primary home for the Cowboys. CBS (KTVT-11) will handle the AFC North matchups, while NBC (KXAS-5) will host the Week 1 opener against the Giants on Sunday Night Football.
- Thursday Night:Amazon Prime Video is the exclusive home for all TNF games.
- Holiday Special: Christmas 2026 falls on a Friday. Netflix will exclusively stream the NFL's holiday games this year.
- Best Choice for Local Fans:Fubo covers all local DFW affiliates (KDFW, KTVT, KXAS, WFAA) and the NFL Network.
- Pro Tip: For "Cowboys Nation" members living outside of Texas, NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube TV is the only way to catch every out-of-market game. If you're traveling, use NordVPN set to Dallas to access your local KDFW/FOX stream.
The "Steel City" Draft: Cowboys 2026 Highlights
The Cowboys were surgical in Pittsburgh, focusing on the offensive line and defensive secondary to shore up the few weaknesses on a Super Bowl-caliber roster.
Round | Pick | Player | Position | School |
1 | 28 | Benjamin Morrison | CB | Notre Dame |
2 | 60 | Jonah Savaiinaea | G | Arizona |
3 | 76 | TRADE | — | To PIT (for George Pickens) |
4 | 124 | Drew Shelton | OT | Penn State |
5 | 156 | Kole Taylor | TE | West Virginia |
Draft Analysis:
- The Shutdown Corner: At #28 overall, Dallas drafted Benjamin Morrison. With Trevon Diggs commanding one side, Morrison provides the elite "lockdown" coverage Schottenheimer needs to let his defensive front remain aggressive.
- The Pickens Trade: The story of the weekend was the finalized trade with the Steelers. Dallas sent pick #76 (which Pittsburgh used on QB Drew Allar) to cement George Pickens as a long-term Cowboy. After his breakout 1,300-yard season in 2025, Pickens is now officially the "franchise" weapon opposite CeeDee Lamb.
- Trench Depth: Fourth-round pick Drew Shelton (#124) is a high-upside tackle who provides much-needed insurance for Tyler Guyton and Terence Steele.
Dallas Cowboys: 2025 Season Recap
The 2025 season was a triumphant return to elite status. Under first-year head coach Brian Schottenheimer, the Cowboys finished 12–5, capturing the NFC East crown. The year was defined by a historic defensive campaign from Quinnen Williams and a Pro Bowl season from George Pickens, who quickly became Dak Prescott’s favorite deep threat.
Week | Opponent | Result | Record |
W1–W18 | Regular Season | 12–5 | NFC East Champs |
WC | vs. Vikings | W, 31–20 | — |
DIV | @ 49ers | L, 24–27 | Divisional Exit |
Season MVP | George Pickens | 14 TDs | Breakout Year |