The Big D Breakdown

Lessons The Cowboys Can Learn From Champions Seattle Seahawks

The Seattle Seahawks’ Super Bowl win revealed a blueprint the Dallas Cowboys can’t afford to ignore. In this episode, we break down how roster balance, defensive identity, and smart contract management separate contenders from pretenders—and what Dallas must do to follow that path. Plus, we look at key breakout players and the critical offseason decisions that could define the Cowboys’ future. Today's episode is brought to you in part by the following: GameTime: ⁠https://shorturl.at/fhswD⁠ [https://shorturl.at/fhswD] NordVPN ⁠http://nordvpn.sjv.io/P04X5e⁠ [http://nordvpn.sjv.io/P04X5e] Fanatics: ⁠http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/theboys⁠ [http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/theboys]

Dallas Salary Cap Issues Possibly Leading to Roster Overhaul

The Cowboys’ offseason hit a turning point as the latest coaching hires all but shut the door on Dallas’ top defensive coordinator target. With the Atlanta Falcons expected to retain Jeff Ulbrich under new head coach Kevin Stefanski, the Dallas Cowboys appear forced to pivot in a shrinking DC market—despite strong internal interest in Ulbrich. We break down why Dallas never got an interview, how this impacts the rest of the coordinator search, and why salary cap maneuvering will ultimately define the offseason, as Jerry Jones looks to “bust the budget” and reshape a defense that held the team back in 2025. Today's episode is brought to you in part by the following:GameTime: https://shorturl.at/fhswD [https://shorturl.at/fhswD]NordVPN http://nordvpn.sjv.io/P04X5e [http://nordvpn.sjv.io/P04X5e]Fanatics: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/theboys [http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/theboys]

Cowboys Face a Brutal Road in 2026

The Cowboys’ offseason is heating up fast. In this episode, we break down Dallas’ growing search to replace Matt Eberflus, why the defensive coordinator interviews keep expanding, and what it says about fixing a historically bad defense for the Dallas Cowboys. We also touch on offensive stability under Brian Schottenheimer, the Troy Aikman power-shift rumors, and how a brutal 2026 outlook is already taking shape. SPONSORS Fubo TV - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.fubo.tv/stream/tv/?irad=343747&irmp=2653816⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.fubo.tv/stream/tv/?irad=343747&irmp=2653816] Fanatics: ⁠⁠⁠http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/dallas⁠⁠⁠ [http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/dallas] Gametime: ⁠⁠⁠https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/2653816/742962/10874⁠⁠⁠ [https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/2653816/742962/10874] Follow Us on Social Media Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/bigdbreakdownshow⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/bigdbreakdownshow] Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/bigdbreakdown⁠⁠⁠ [https://twitter.com/bigdbreakdown] Support The Show: Buy Me a Coffee:⁠⁠⁠ www.buymeacoffee.com/thebigd⁠ [https://app.redcircle.com/shows/a4a28d33-6922-4201-a359-106738aa483a/ep/www.buymeacoffee.com/thebigd]

Top 5 Choices for New Defensive Coordinator

Happy New Year and welcome back to The Big D Breakdown as we break down a pivotal 2026 offseason for the Dallas Cowboys. Jerry Jones is hinting at dramatic changes, from cap decisions and injured stars to a new defensive coordinator after Matt Eberflus’ firing. Will Dallas finally be aggressive in free agency and trades, or is it more offseason talk? Drop your thoughts in the comments and subscribe for more Cowboys coverage. SPONSORS Fubo TV - ⁠⁠https://www.fubo.tv/stream/tv/?irad=343747&irmp=2653816⁠⁠ [https://www.fubo.tv/stream/tv/?irad=343747&irmp=2653816] Fanatics: ⁠⁠http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/dallas⁠⁠ [http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/dallas] Gametime: ⁠⁠https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/2653816/742962/10874⁠⁠ [https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/2653816/742962/10874] Follow Us on Social Media Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/bigdbreakdownshow⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/bigdbreakdownshow] Twitter: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/bigdbreakdown⁠⁠ [https://twitter.com/bigdbreakdown] Support The Show: Buy Me a Coffee:⁠⁠ www.buymeacoffee.com/thebigd⁠ [https://app.redcircle.com/shows/a4a28d33-6922-4201-a359-106738aa483a/ep/www.buymeacoffee.com/thebigd]

Dallas Cowboys Shock The NFL With Thanksgiving Day Win

The Cowboys are officially back in the mix, and Dak Prescott is leading the charge. In this episode, we break down Dak’s massive bounce-back season and why he’s closing in on the NFL’s most overlooked award: Comeback Player of the Year—with only Christian McCaffrey standing in his way. We also dive into Dallas’ wild 31–28 Thanksgiving win over the Chiefs, the victory that pushed them above .500 for the first time in over a year and reignited the playoff conversation. From Jadeveon Clowney’s breakout, to CeeDee Lamb’s statement game, to Malik Davis’ momentum-shifting run, this one had it all. Plus: * How Dallas climbed out of a 3–5–1 hole * The updated NFC playoff picture * Why the Week 14 showdown with Detroit is make-or-break The vibes are up, the numbers are real, and the Cowboys suddenly look dangerous again. SPONSORS Fubo TV - https://www.fubo.tv/stream/tv/?irad=343747&irmp=2653816 [https://www.fubo.tv/stream/tv/?irad=343747&irmp=2653816] Fanatics: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/dallas [http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/dallas] Gametime: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/2653816/742962/10874 [https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/2653816/742962/10874] Follow Us on Social Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bigdbreakdownshow [https://www.facebook.com/bigdbreakdownshow] Twitter: https://twitter.com/bigdbreakdown [https://twitter.com/bigdbreakdown] Support The Show: Buy Me a Coffee: www.buymeacoffee.com/thebigd [https://app.redcircle.com/shows/a4a28d33-6922-4201-a359-106738aa483a/ep/www.buymeacoffee.com/thebigd] Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-big-d-breakdown/donations [https://redcircle.com/the-big-d-breakdown/donations]