Dak’s back: What Prescott’s new contract means for Cowboys

Even after months of posturing between Jerry Jones and his franchise quarterback, Dak Prescott’s re-signing for record-breaking dollars was the only eventual outcome DALLAS — After months of frustration and trying to work out a new contract for Dak Prescott, the Dallas Cowboys finally found a way to extend their All-Pro quarterback just hours before … Read more

Raygun is the top ranked breaker in the world? The sport’s governing body explains

Raygun, a 37-year-old university lecturer from Sydney, failed to score any points at the Paris Olympics in routines that included a “kangaroo” dance. Australian breaker Rachael Gunn, or “b-girl Raygun,” holds the top spot in her sport’s latest world rankings despite Olympic performances that led to online ridicule. On Tuesday, the sport’s governing body issued a … Read more

Paris Olympics were targeted by three foiled attack plots, prosecutors say

In all, five people, including a minor, were arrested on suspicion of involvement in the three foiled plots against the Summer Games. PARIS, France — French authorities foiled three plots to attack the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris and other cities that hosted the summer events, the national counterterrorism prosecutor said on Wednesday. Olivier Christen … Read more

‘Now that he’s on our side, that feels good’ | What did the Cowboys think about what new DC Mike Zimmer brought to the table in Week 1?

Ed Werder explains how Dallas’ defensive performance against the Cleveland Browns showcased the differences between Zimmer and previous Cowboys DC Dan Quinn. FRISCO, Texas — The anxiety Mike Zimmer experienced as he stood on the sideline after a year removed from the NFL subsided the instant he made his first defensive call.  In the end, … Read more

How Jerry Jones came to own the Dallas Cowboys

Jerry Jones had long desired owning an NFL franchise and sought to purchase the Cowboys, despite his financial advisors recommending he didn’t. DALLAS — On Feb. 25, 1989, the Dallas Cowboys faced an inflection point. The overwhelming majority of Dallas’ then-29-year history was a model for consistency and excellence filled with thrilling victories and larger-than-life … Read more

‘I know I’m going to be a Cowboy’ | Micah Parsons congratulates Dak on deal, addresses his own contract situation on podcast

The Dallas Cowboys star pass rusher also congratulated Dak Prescott on his new deal. DALLAS — The Dallas Cowboys have locked up two of their three big stars with looming contract situations. First, CeeDee Lamb inked a new four-year, $136 million deal in late August. Then, hours before kickoff of Week 1 against the Cleveland … Read more