"Something happened against Philadelphia that has me imagining a VERY different future for the Dallas Cowboys.

And it might be the most important thing we've seen from this football team all season.

Because for the first time in years, I watched a Cowboys offensive line physically dominate a really good defensive front, and it reminded me of something we haven't had around here since the early days of Dak Prescott.

An offense that doesn't NEED the quarterback to carry it.

Now here's what's crazy. The numbers suggest Dallas has been sitting on one of the best run-blocking offensive lines in football... while calling plays like it's one of the worst.

Today, we're going to show you what we found, why I believe this could change the entire trajectory of the Cowboys' season, and the one question Brian Schottenheimer has to answer.

Is he willing to let this offensive line become the identity of his football team?

Here we go."

The Dallas Cowboys have a Halloween nightmare coming to AT&T Stadium… and it's a team that has been HAUNTING them for nearly two decades! 👻

The Arizona Cardinals have beaten Dallas in 8 of their last 9 meetings, including a perfect 4-0 record at AT&T Stadium. Even crazier? The Cowboys were FAVORITES in all eight losses!

But this time, the timing might actually be PERFECT for Dallas.

On today's HOW BOUT WOW Opening Script, Gavin Dawson and Newbear break down why the Cowboys have a golden opportunity to break the Cardinals curse, build on their beatdown of the Eagles, and win back-to-back games for the first time this season.

🔥 THE CARDINALS CURSE: How has Arizona managed to embarrass Dallas with seven different quarterbacks and four different head coaches? We revisit the stunning history of this matchup.

🏈 DAK VS. THE BLITZ: Arizona's defense is getting torched when it sends extra rushers, but the Cardinals have dramatically increased their blitz rate over the last two weeks. Will defensive coordinator Nick Rallis bring back the confusing schemes that gave Dallas nightmares last season?

💪 KEEP FEEDING JAVONTE WILLIAMS: After the Cowboys dominated Philadelphia on the ground, Arizona's struggling run defense presents another opportunity for Brian Schottenheimer to establish a physical offensive identity.

🚨 THE RED-ZONE BATTLE: Arizona can move the football but can't finish drives. Dallas has one of the NFL's worst red-zone defenses. Something has to give!

👀 RYAN FLOURNOY'S RISING ROLE: Is Flournoy taking another step toward becoming Dallas' true WR2? And can the Cowboys offensive line deliver another dominant performance?

💰 COWBOYS TRADE TARGETS: Josh Sweat, James Conner and Budda Baker are names worth watching as Arizona approaches the trade deadline. Could Sunday's game double as a scouting opportunity for Dallas?

The Cowboys are six-point favorites against the NFL's worst scoring defense. They're coming off their most impressive offensive performance of the season. Everything says Dallas SHOULD win this game.

But that's exactly what Cowboys fans have been saying against Arizona for 18 years.

👇 COWBOYS FANS: Is the Cardinals curse finally coming to an end, or does this matchup have TRAP GAME written all over it? Drop your score prediction in the comments!

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The Dallas Cowboys just beat the brakes off the Philadelphia Eagles, 38-21, but something VERY different is happening with Brian Schottenheimer. After the biggest win of the season, Schotty looked and sounded like a man who'd just LOST by 17 points. Short answers, no smiles, and when asked if he was doing okay, his response was simple: "I'm great."

Is the pressure of coaching the Cowboys transforming Schottenheimer? And could this new, more intense version of Schotty be EXACTLY what Dallas needed?

On today's How Bout Wow, Gavin Dawson and Newbear break down a dominant Cowboys victory that featured 204 rushing yards, a career-high 155 from Javonte Williams, and an offensive approach that looked nothing like what we've seen in recent weeks.

We're diving into:

• Did the Cowboys FINALLY discover their offensive identity?
• Did Schottenheimer get the message about running the football?
• What changed after Klayton Adams promised to be more involved in the game plan?
• Why Troy Aikman isn't buying the Cowboys hype after the Eagles beatdown.
• DeMarvion Overshown's HUGE return and why Dallas still needs linebacker help.
• Is the Cowboys defense actually improving?
• Are the Eagles DONE, and is the NFC East suddenly up for grabs?
• Can Dallas turn a 3-4 start into a legitimate playoff run?

The Cowboys have given fans a reason to believe again. But did we just witness a turning point in their season, or simply a beatdown of a wounded Eagles team?

DROP YOUR TAKE IN THE COMMENTS: Have the Cowboys found their identity, or are we overreacting to one big win?

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Joey Porter Jr. says he's ready for a bigger role when the Dallas Cowboys face the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. But we've heard this before… and it didn't end well in Pittsburgh.

After Richard Sherman raised questions about JPJ's contract situation, we're taking a closer look at his mysterious absence, the lack of a long-term deal, and whether the Cowboys could be dealing with more than just an injury. Did Jerry Jones trade for a shutdown corner… or inherit a contract standoff?

On today's How Bout Wow, Gavin Dawson and Newbear dig into that controversy and several other major Cowboys storylines heading into Week 6:

🏈 JPJ's availability: Why his comments sound familiar, what Richard Sherman might know, and the fascinating condition attached to the Cowboys' trade.

🔥 Jerry Jones vs. Brian Schottenheimer? The Cowboys head coach pushes back on the idea of moving defensive coordinator Christian Parker to the booth. Is the honeymoon already over?

🚨 Dallas' defensive disaster: Near the bottom of the NFL in virtually every major category, the Cowboys are running out of time. Could major coaching changes be coming?

💪 Malachi Lawrence gets his chance: Schottenheimer promises more opportunities for the young pass rusher after a promising performance against Tampa Bay.

⏳ Are the Cowboys wasting Dak Prescott's prime? At 33 years old, Dak is playing against the clock while Dallas struggles to build a contender around him.

🗣️ Players-only meeting: The Cowboys defense held a meeting without the coaches. Can it spark a turnaround, or is it another sign of a team in trouble?

👕 GOTI controversy: The Cowboys are selling "Greatest of Their Imagination" merchandise despite their struggles. Are fans overreacting, or is the criticism deserved?

THE BIG QUESTION: Do you believe Joey Porter Jr. will play a full game against Green Bay? And if he doesn't, what does that tell you about the Cowboys and their handling of this trade?

Drop your thoughts in the comments!

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NFL executives believe Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys are NOT DONE making trades and some are convinced another pass rusher is on the way!

NFL insider Jason La Canfora reports that multiple executives expect Dallas to make another move, with the Arizona Cardinals emerging as a potential trade partner. Could Josh Sweat be the next big addition? What about Khalil Mack? We break down the latest reporting from La Canfora and Jordan Schultz, including another intriguing name on the trade market.

Meanwhile, the Cowboys are making some fascinating changes on defense. Christian Parker is moving to the coaching booth, Mike Pettine's role is expected to evolve, and Jerry Jones appears increasingly involved. Are these simply adjustments to fix a struggling defense, or are the Cowboys quietly preparing for a much bigger coaching shakeup?

PLUS, we're turning our attention to the Week 6 showdown with the Green Bay Packers. Could Dak Prescott and the Cowboys offense put up 35 points? And does Dallas have any chance of slowing down Jordan Love and the Packers' passing attack?

On today's How Bout Wow:

• NFL executives predict another major Cowboys trade
• Josh Sweat, Khalil Mack and the latest trade rumors
• Why Arizona could be ready to make a deal
• Christian Parker moves to the booth — what does it mean?
• Mike Pettine's evolving role and a possible defensive overhaul
• Cowboys vs. Packers: Why we could see 70 combined points
• Is Brian Schottenheimer really on the hot seat?
• The alarming Cowboys defensive statistics that need to change
• Dallas' looming injured reserve problem

Gavin Dawson of 105.3 The Fan's GBAG Nation and Newbear Lesniewski break it all down on How Bout Wow, part of the 32 Nation Network.

COWBOYS FANS: Who should Jerry Jones trade for next? And do you still believe Christian Parker can turn this defense around?

Drop your thoughts in the comments! We read them and regularly respond.

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The Dallas Cowboys have made a major move to fix their struggling defense, hiring former NFL defensive coordinator Mike Pettine as a senior defensive assistant. But what does this REALLY mean for Christian Parker?

After a disastrous start to the 2026 season, the Cowboys are desperate for answers. Their pass rush has been nearly nonexistent, the defense is struggling to get stops, and now Dallas is bringing in a veteran coach with a reputation for creative blitzes, disguised coverages and aggressive defensive football.

On today's How Bout Wow, Gavin Dawson and Newbear Lesniewski break down why the Cowboys hired Pettine NOW, what he can bring to Parker's defense, and whether this move should be viewed as a vote of confidence in the young coordinator — or a warning sign.

PLUS:

• Cody Alexander explains how Pettine's defensive philosophy fits with Christian Parker's system.
• We examine Pettine's coaching history and his longstanding relationship with Parker.
• Hear Pettine explain his philosophy on attacking offenses.
• Why the timing of this hire raises some fascinating questions.
• Can Pettine help the Cowboys generate more pressure without disrupting the progress Parker is making?
• What the addition of Joey Porter Jr. and potential injury returns could mean for the defense.

The Cowboys insist Pettine is here to support Christian Parker. We're examining whether there's more to the story — and whether this hire can actually save the Dallas defense.

What do YOU think? Is Mike Pettine exactly what Christian Parker needs, or is this a sign the Cowboys are already getting nervous? Let us know in the comments!

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NFL defenses may have figured something out about Dak Prescott, and the numbers suggest one of his greatest strengths is no longer what it used to be.

For years, Dak has carried a reputation as one of the NFL's best quarterbacks against the blitz. But after the Cowboys' disastrous offensive performance against Tampa Bay, we went digging into the data AND the film. What we found raises some serious questions about how defenses are attacking Dak and why the Cowboys offense keeps getting shut down.

On today's How Bout Wow, Gavin Dawson and Newbear Lesniewski break down:

🏈 The surprising numbers: Why Dak's performance against the blitz has declined over the last three seasons.

🏈 The defensive blueprint: How Todd Bowles, Brian Flores and other defensive minds are using disguised pressures, exotic coverages and blitz packages to confuse Dallas.

🏈 What the Tampa film reveals: The protection breakdowns, questionable play calls and defensive tactics that had Dak struggling to find answers.

🏈 The fourth-quarter breakthrough: Dak was spectacular late against Tampa. So what changed, and why couldn't the Cowboys find those answers sooner?

🏈 The solution: What Brian Schottenheimer and the Cowboys must change to get this offense back to an elite level.

PLUS — we've got a fascinating stat that challenges the idea that Dak and the Cowboys have a history of overlooking inferior opponents. And some eye-opening numbers about Christian Parker's defense that might change how you think about blitzing.

The Cowboys need an offense capable of carrying a struggling defense. Have NFL coordinators discovered a blueprint to prevent that from happening? Or are the answers hiding in plain sight?

Drop your thoughts in the comments! Like, subscribe and join the conversation as we continue the Cowboys' pursuit of a return to glory.

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The Dallas Cowboys just suffered one of the most embarrassing losses of the Dak Prescott era. A 9-point favorite at home against an 0-4 Tampa Bay Buccaneers team starting an undrafted rookie quarterback... and somehow Dallas LOST.

Now the question is: Will this disaster force Jerry Jones to do something drastic?

Welcome to How Bout Wow with Gavin Dawson from 105.3 The Fan and Newbear Lesniewski! It's OVERREACTION FOOTBALL FRIDAY, and after this Cowboys collapse, some of the wildest reactions might actually be justified.

🔥 Today's biggest Cowboys overreactions:

🏈 Has Jerry Jones seen enough to make MULTIPLE blockbuster trades before the deadline? Or should Dallas consider becoming a seller?

🏈 Should Brian Schottenheimer already be on the hot seat after two humiliating losses in five games?

🏈 Is Christian Parker's defense fundamentally broken? Tampa rushed for 241 yards, dominated time of possession, and continued exposing Dallas with explosive plays.

🏈 Did Dak Prescott just deliver one of the worst performances of his career? And what should we make of his heated exchange with a frustrated fan?

🏈 Is Daron Bland becoming a serious liability? Do the Cowboys need a linebacker even more than another pass rusher?

🏈 Are injuries finally catching up to Dallas, or is that just another excuse?

🏈 And most importantly... can the Cowboys still save this season at 2-3?

We're separating legitimate concerns from emotional overreactions, examining what Jerry Jones said after the loss, and debating whether Dallas should double down on this roster or rethink everything.

COWBOYS FANS: What's your biggest overreaction after the Tampa loss? And what would YOU do if you were Jerry Jones?

Drop your takes in the comments. We want to hear them!

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