Talkin' Cowboys

Talkin' Cowboys

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez bring Cowboys Nation bold takes, smart analysis, and plenty of laughs. It’s barbershop banter meets film room—your daily dose of Dallas Cowboys talk.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Madness, Marist, & Moving Different

March 3, 2026 • 48 mins
The full crew breaks down NFL Combine updates, including what “moving differently” in free agency could look like for the Cowboys and Marist Liufau’s transition to outside linebacker. Then, in March Madness fashion, the crew builds a bracket to determine the Cowboys’ No. 1 position of need heading into the offseason.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: We Believe in Javonte

February 24, 2026 • 55 mins
Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, and Josh Rodriguez react to Javonte Williams agreeing to a three-year deal with the Cowboys and break down what it means for the RB room moving forward. The crew also shares first impressions of defensive coordinator Christian Parker, and reluctantly dive into the “what if” George Pickens trade discussion — spoiler alert: don’t do it.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Linebackers, O-Line, and Next Moves

February 17, 2026 • 51 mins
Kyle Youmans, Josh Rodriguez, Tommy Yarrish, and Isaiah Stanback break down the Cowboys’ latest coaching additions and what the defense still needs to find a true field general in the middle. The crew also evaluates Dallas’ outlook at offensive tackle, discussing the importance of stability, development, and whether help should come through free agency or the draft.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: The Rule of Law

February 10, 2026 • 46 mins
The full crew reacts to the Seahawks’ Super Bowl victory, including DeMarcus Lawrence calling his shot and delivering, while discussing what the Cowboys must do to spark a similar defensive turnaround. The crew also identifies one player who must make a major leap next season, breaks down Dallas’ upcoming international game in Rio de Janeiro, and pays tribute to Cowboys Nation’s own Ms. Price.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: The Grand Scheme?

February 3, 2026 • 49 mins
Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, and Josh Rodriguez break down the Cowboys’ ongoing defensive staff build under new DC Christian Parker, with multiple outside linebacker coach interviews signaling a possible scheme shift that could benefit young linebackers like DeMarvion Overshown, Shemar James, and Marist Liufau. The crew also shares Senior Bowl and Shrine Bowl scouting updates and take listener calls on a Talkin’ Tuesday.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Resetting the Defense

January 29, 2026 • 46 mins
Josh Rodriguez, Patrik Walker, and Isaiah Stanback break down the Cowboys’ defensive reset under new coordinator Christian Parker, including staff additions, philosophical shifts, and what comes next. The crew discuss how scheme clarity could shape free agency and the draft, and aligning personnel with purpose.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Failing Grades Mean Unfinished Business

January 20, 2026 • 52 mins
The report cards continue as Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Josh Rodriguez, and Tommy Yarrish grade the Cowboys by position. The crew also reacts to the Divisional Round playoff games and the College Football National Championship, explaining why disappointing grades don’t signal the end but unfinished business heading into the offseason.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Degree of Difficulty

January 13, 2026 • 54 mins
Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez provide updates on the Cowboys’ defensive coordinator search before handing out letter grades to Brian Schottenheimer and the Dallas offense. Position by position, the crew evaluates the degree of difficulty each unit faced and how the offense performed across the 2025 season.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Another Reset Button

January 6, 2026 • 50 mins
Talkin’ Cowboys moves to once a week as the offseason begins with breaking news: the Cowboys have fired defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus, making it four DCs in four years. The crew debates whether a splash hire or long-term stability is the answer, looks around the league for context, and runs through a yes/no game on every defensive starter.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Last Diggs

December 31, 2025 • 54 mins
Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez break down the Cowboys’ decision to waive All-Pro CB Trevon Diggs, unpacking the timeline, fallout from a turbulent 2025 season, and what’s next including potential landing spots for a playoff run. Plus, Isaiah’s QB Vision previews the season finale vs. the Giants, and Josh delivers another Get Ya Popcorn Ready.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Serve the Defense First?

December 30, 2025 • 52 mins

The full crew is back for the final Talkin’ Tuesday of the 2025–26 regular season, taking your calls to debate whether the Cowboys’ defensive issues are about personnel or scheme. With free agency looming, the crew discusses how big a slice of the salary cap “pie” should be served to fixing the defense.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Holiday Wish? Sit Dak

December 29, 2025 • 47 mins
Kyle Youmans, Isaiah Stanback, Josh Rodriguez, and Tommy Yarrish break down the Cowboys’ 30–23 Christmas Day win over the Commanders, where the offense jumped out early before stalling and the defense struggled once again. With one game left and nothing to gain, the crew makes the case for sitting Dak Prescott and avoiding any more unnecessary hits.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Dak the Halls

December 23, 2025 • 50 mins
It’s a Christmas-themed Say It With Your Chest Tuesday as Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez debate whether Dak Prescott should even be playing in a game with little at stake and why the risk might outweigh the reward. Plus, Isaiah breaks down the Commanders in QB Vision and Josh delivers a holiday-flavored Get Ya Popcorn Ready full of cheer and chaos.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Same Problems, New Angle

December 22, 2025 • 48 mins
Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez break down the Cowboys’ 34–17 loss to the Chargers, a tough result in a game where playoff elimination had already been sealed. With the team once again out-physical’d and the defense looking unchanged despite Matt Eberflus moving to the booth, the crew asks what comes next.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Evolution After Playoff Extinction?

December 19, 2025 • 50 mins
Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez share final thoughts and predictions for Cowboys–Chargers as the margins for error shrink with just three games left. The crew also discusses DaRon Bland’s foot injury and the possibility of IR, while Josh delivers a Get Ya Popcorn Ready built around “Derwin-ian Theory” — survival of the fittest as the Cowboys’ 2025 season hangs in the balance.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: The Herbert Report

December 18, 2025 • 46 mins

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez preview the Cowboys’ defense against the Chargers’ offense, focusing on whether Dallas can effectively pressure Justin Herbert or risk another get-right game. In Patrik’s Lab Koat segment, the crew breaks down why giving Herbert time with a dangerous trio of weapons could spell trouble.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Digging Into Trevon Drama

December 17, 2025 • 50 mins
Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez take a deep dive into the Trevon Diggs situation, examining why he hasn’t been activated and the drama surrounding it. The crew also previews Cowboys offense vs. Chargers defense, with Isaiah’s QB Vision breaking down where Dallas can find answers.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Taken to SKOL

December 15, 2025 • 49 mins
Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez react to a disheartening loss to the Vikings, a defeat that drops the Cowboys’ playoff chances to just one percent. The crew breaks down what went wrong and why several position groups from linebacker to offensive line to the secondary have been the most disappointing this season.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Clear the Way for CeeDee

December 12, 2025 • 49 mins
Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez share final thoughts on Cowboys–Vikings, including confirmation that CeeDee Lamb has passed protocol and is set to play Sunday night. Plus, Josh delivers Get Ya Popcorn Ready with cinematic predictions for a primetime showdown.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Nine Problems

December 11, 2025 • 48 mins
Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez preview how the Cowboys’ defense matches up with Kevin O’Connell’s Vikings, a talented skill group featuring Justin Jefferson and Aaron Jones but led by QB J.J. McCarthy, who’s had an uneven first season. In Patrik’s Lab Koat segment, the crew explains why the key this week isn’t rushing “Nine”, but making him think his way down the field.

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