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: Red Light on the Green Dot

May 5, 2026 • 55 mins
Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, and Josh Rodriguez react to Rookie Minicamp, including early impressions of Jaishawn Barham at MIKE linebacker and what the “green dot” decision could look like moving forward. The crew also discuss coaching takeaways from Brian Schottenheimer and Christian Parker, and whether the linebacker room is truly ready — plus identifying the Cowboys’ second-biggest roster need.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: The Picks Are In!

April 28, 2026 • 50 mins
Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, and Josh Rodriguez review the 2026 Dallas Cowboys draft class which includes first round picks Caleb Downs and Malachi Lawrence. The crew also discuss the later round picks and how they’ll fit into the fold going into a new season. Did the Cowboys front office do enough to turn around the defense? This and more!

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Mock It To Me

April 21, 2026 • 49 mins
Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, and Josh Rodriguez preview the 2026 NFL Draft with their final episode before the big night, including a breakdown of Brandon Aubrey’s record-setting extension and why elite kicking shouldn’t limit offensive aggressiveness. The crew also reviews Patrik’s full 7-round mock draft and builds a makeshift war room to decide picks No. 12 and 20 for the Cowboys.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: What Are You Doing at 12 & 20?

April 15, 2026 • 51 mins
Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez take calls from Cowboys Nation to debate what Dallas should do with picks 12 and 20 in the upcoming NFL Draft. The crew breaks down potential trade scenarios, evaluates top targets at linebacker, cornerback, and edge rusher, and discusses how the Cowboys can best address their biggest roster needs heading into draft night.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Stick or Pick?

April 9, 2026 • 47 mins
With multiple bonafide defensive starters at the top of the 2026 draft board, should the Cowboys trade up to get one or stand pat at picks 12 and 20?

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Okay with the Offseason?

March 31, 2026 • 52 mins
As the Dallas Cowboys offseason continues, what moves have changed the outlook for 2026? Kyle Youmans is joined by Patrik Walker and Anthony Dorsett to chat through and grade the offseason of moves.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: The Blind Draft Test

March 24, 2026 • 51 mins
Kyle Youmans, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez break down the latest Cowboys news, including recent roster moves and continued questions at linebacker as free agency winds down. With the draft one month away, the crew debates best-player-available scenarios before putting their evaluations to the test in a Blind Resume game across key defensive positions.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Grading the First Wave

March 17, 2026 • 50 mins
Kyle Youmans, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez break down the Cowboys’ first wave of free agency, evaluating each move from biggest additions to underrated signings. With input from Cowboys Nation, the crew uses a 1–10 scale to separate real impact moves from recency bias and determine what actually moves the needle.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: No Splash Zone?

March 10, 2026 • 50 mins
Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Josh Rodriguez, and Isaiah Stanback react to the Cowboys’ latest free agency moves, including the trade for Rashan Gary, the signing of versatile safety Jalen Thompson, and the return of Sam Williams. The crew also shares some frustration surrounding a missed linebacker splash, looks through the remaining top free agents, and checks in on how the rest of the NFC East is reshaping its roster.

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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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