Talkin' Cowboys

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Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez bring Cowboys Nation bold takes, smart analysis, and plenty of laughs. From breaking news and game previews to film study and roster debates, Talkin' Cowboys is your daily home for everything Dallas Cowboys.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: It’s Going Down in H-Town
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Yesterday at 3:51 PM

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker & Josh Rodriguez share their final thoughts on the Cowboys-Texans matchup, does Joey Porter Jr. need to play this week, Josh gets the popcorn ready with a bold prediction segment, and the crew make their picks for Week 4.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Reaction to Cowboys Trade for Joey Porter Jr.!
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Last Thursday at 4:05 PM

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker & Josh Rodriguez are first in the building to react to the blockbuster trade for Steelers’ CB Joey Porter Jr. The crew breaks down what it means for Christian Parker’s scheme going forward, how it improves every level from pass rush to the rest of the corner room. Also: Patrik’s Lab Koat segment is opened to callers!

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Talkin’ Cowboys: We Have a Problem in Houston…
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Last Wednesday at 4:17 PM

Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker and Josh Rodriguez dive into the Cowboys-Texans matchup in Week 4. The crew scouts the Texans’ mega-talented defense, from DE Will Anderson Jr. to LB Azeez Al-Shaair, and which Cowboys offensive weapons can Dak Prescott rely on to keep Houston winless.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: No Safety Net
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Last Tuesday at 4:25 PM

Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker and Josh Rodriguez discuss the injury aftermath of Week 3, with updated on Jalen Thompson, Shavon Revel, Malik Hooker and more. The crew also answers your listener calls on a Talkin’ Tuesday.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Tough Questions to Answer After Rio?
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Last Monday at 4:15 PM

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker & Josh Rodriguez discuss the Cowboys’ heartbreaking 34-31 loss to the Baltimore Ravens in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The crew airs out some frustration, from play-calling to fundamental errors, while also spotlighting performances from Javonte Williams, Jaishawn Barham and more that kept Dallas in it till the very end.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Far From Home Team
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09/25/2026

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback and Josh Rodriguez share their final thoughts on Cowboys-Ravens in Rio, Get Your Popcorn Ready, Bullseye Or Bust, and Week 3 Pick’Ems. Find out if the crew thinks the Cowboys can pull off this international upset.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Running Towards Rio
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09/24/2026

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker & Josh Rodriguez discuss the running game on both sides of the ball. The science from Patrik’s Lab Koat segment says the Cowboys need to get the run going early and often, and Isaiah’s QB Vision says the Cowboys defense must stack the box against Derek Henry. 

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Behind Enemy Lines with Kyle Youmans
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09/23/2026

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker & Josh Rodriguez welcome back Kyle Youmans (Voice of the Baltimore Ravens) to the show to discuss key matchups, containing Lamar Jackson, preparing for Derek Henry and more from the upcoming Week 3 battle in Rio de Janeiro.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Elite Expectations for Defensive Line?
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09/22/2026

Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker and Josh Rodriguez take listener calls on a Talkin’ Tuesday to answer questions about performances across the defensive and offensive line, who you expect to see in place of injured secondary players, and more.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: In the Win Column, But Not Out of the Woods
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09/21/2026

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker & Josh Rodriguez break down the Cowboys’ 37-20 win over the Washington Commanders, covering everything from Dak Prescott’s record-setting day to addressing issues still lingering on defense, and much more!

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Cowboys Might Need an Ugly Win… Take It Or Leave It
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09/18/2026

Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker and Josh Rodriguez share their final thoughts on the Cowboys’ Week 2 matchup against the Washington Commanders, play Bullseye or Bust, Get Ya Popcorn Ready, and a new game called Take It Or Leave It!

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Talkin’ Cowboys: All Eyes on Jaishawn Barham
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09/17/2026

Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker and Josh Rodriguez break down Cowboys defense vs the Commanders offense, which player will have the most pressure to perform well in Week 2, and if Jaishawn Barham’s viral clip is a good or bad thing for the culture of the defense.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Can the Cowboys Handle Washington’s Pressure?
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09/16/2026

Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker and Josh Rodriguez break down the Cowboys’ offense against the Washington Commanders’ blitz-heavy scheme under new DC Daronte Jones, how to use Sonny Styles’ aggressiveness against him, and if the offense line can hold up in this Week 2 divisional matchup.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Calling ‘Em Out?
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09/15/2026

Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker and Josh Rodriguez take calls from Cowboys Nation and discuss everything from availability concerns to how much grace can be given to the team after a 0-1 start.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Giant Step Back
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09/14/2026

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker and Josh Rodriguez break down the Cowboys 20-28 loss to the New York Giants in Week 1, what happened to this defensive unit after months of high expectations, what needs to be improved immediately, and more.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: The One Player Who Will Decide Cowboys-Giants
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09/11/2026

Josh Rodriguez, Isaiah Stanback & Patrik Walker share their final predictions for Cowboys-Giants including the one player they believe will decide the game. The crew also play Bullseye or Bust, Josh kicks off this season’s Get Your Popcorn Ready, and make their Week One pick’ems.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Establish Stopping the Run
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09/10/2026

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker & Josh Rodriguez break down the Cowboys defense going up against Jon Harbaugh and Matt Nagy’s Giant offense, and putting pressure on Jaxson Dart by taking away their run game.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Big Blueprint for Cowboys Offense in Week 1
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09/09/2026

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker, & Josh Rodriguez break down the Cowboys offense vs. a new-look Giants defense, if the offensive line will be able to hold up against a stout 7-man front, and which targets Dak Prescott will rely on most.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Game Week Is Here and Questions Remain
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09/08/2026

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, & Patrik Walker kick off Giants week, react to the Tyler Smith injury news, evaluate the Cowboys' defensive depth, and discuss whether another roster move could still be on the way.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Making Waives
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09/02/2026

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker, & Josh Rodriguez discuss the Cowboys’ decision to waive QB Joe Milton, if they plan to bring him back to the practice squad, and what acquiring Broderick Jones means for the future of Terence Steele at right tackle.

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Talkin' Cowboys: Cutting Corners?
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08/31/2026

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker, and Josh Rodriguez discuss the Cowboys' initial 53-man roster, the huge surprise cuts like Jaydon Blue and Sam Williams, and what position groups do not feel "finalized."

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Who Do You Need to See Against the Saints?
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08/26/2026

The full crew is back together at The Star as Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker, and Josh Rodriguez debate the toughest roster decisions, rising preseason standouts, and who has earned the Cowboys’ trust heading into the final roster cutdown.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Nate Newton Weighs In on the Cowboys’ Biggest Movers
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08/24/2026

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, and Cowboys legend Nate Newton break down Dallas’ 34-13 preseason win over the Cardinals, from Jaishawn Barham’s breakout performance to Joe Milton’s continued rise and the Cowboys’ toughest roster battles.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Farewell, Oxnard!
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08/19/2026

Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker, & Josh Rodriguez discuss the Cowboys-Saints joint practice - skirmishes and all, which bubble players need to have a good showing in Saturday’s preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals, Bullseye or Bust, and more on the final episode of Talkin’ from Oxnard of the 2026 season.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: It’s Von Miller Time
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08/17/2026

Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker, & Josh Rodriguez react to the Cowboys agreeing to terms with All-Pro pass rusher Von Miller, break down the preseason win against the Seattle Seahawks, players on the bubble and more!

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Defense Delivered but Questions Remain
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08/12/2026

Nicole Hutchison, Isaiah Stanback, Patrik Walker, and Josh Rodriguez break down a dominant defensive showing against the Rams in joint practice, debate key roster battles, and look ahead to the first preseason game in Seattle.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Isaiah Is Back and the Rams Are Next
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08/07/2026

Isaiah Stanback reunites with Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker, and Josh Rodriguez to discuss defensive communication, preview next week’s joint practice with the Los Angeles Rams, and play Bullseye or Bust on a Say-It-With-Your-Chest Friday.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Running Back Buzz and Camp Battles Heating Up
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08/05/2026

Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker, and Josh Rodriguez break down the first two padded practices, including the running back competition, Tyler Guyton’s development, emerging rookies, and the camp battles changing by the day.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Week 1 Standouts & The Linebacker Debate
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08/03/2026

The pads come on in Oxnard as Nicole Hutchison, Patrik Walker, and Josh Rodriguez recap the biggest Week 1 storylines. The crew discusses Cobie Durant and Rashan Gary, the chemistry between Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens, why Ryan Flournoy continues to generate buzz, and which linebackers are leading the race before the first padded practice. Plus, who would be the Cowboys' starting middle linebacker today?

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Nicole’s Debut & First Practice Takeaways
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07/30/2026

Nicole Hutchison makes her debut as host of Talkin’ Cowboys alongside Patrik Walker and Josh Rodriguez, breaking down Day 1 of Cowboys training camp, DaRon Bland, Caleb Downs, the defensive front, and Nicole’s first segment of Bullseye or Bust.

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Talkin' Cowboys: Before We Go
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06/16/2026

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, Josh Rodriguez, and Isaiah Stanback kick off Cowboys minicamp by discussing George Pickens' return to the building and identifying several under-the-radar players to watch this week. The crew also reflects on Kyle's time with Talkin' Cowboys as he signs off for the final time, celebrating the moments, memories, and friendships built along the way.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: How Are the Cowboys Built Different?
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06/09/2026

Kyle Youmans, Isaiah Stanback, and Josh Rodriguez break down the latest from Cowboys OTAs, including Brian Schottenheimer’s comments about LT being an open competition and whether it could bring out the best in Tyler Guyton. The crew also discuss the Cowboys’ new emphasis on measurables when building the roster before having some fun by creating the ultimate Cowboys team with the best players from each decade in franchise history.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Backed into a Corner
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06/04/2026

Kyle Youmans, Patrik Walker, and Josh Rodriguez talk OTAs, the landscape of the NFC changing with two blockbuster trades, and how the Cornerback room has the most to prove this season.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Lull Before the Season Storm
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05/26/2026

Kyle Youmans and Patrik Walker return to react to the Cowboys’ 2026 schedule release, breaking down the difficult early-season travel and rest disadvantages, the impact of a late bye week, and the stretches that could shape the year. The crew also discuss the current lull in the offseason and prepare Cowboys Nation for what to expect as voluntary OTAs begin next week.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: The Road Ahead
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05/19/2026

Isaiah Stanback, Josh Rodriguez, and Cowboys StoryLine host Nick Eatman react to the Cowboys’ 2026 schedule release, discussing the biggest surprises, a late bye week, lighter December matchups, and the games that could define the season narrative. The crew also debates how long it may take to evaluate the new-look defense and reacts to growing excitement surrounding rookie safety Caleb Downs after praise from Cowboys vets.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Save the Dates — Birds, Brazil & the Big Apple
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05/12/2026

Josh Rodriguez, Tommy Yarrish, and Isaiah Stanback react to the announced 2026 games, including the season opener against the Giants, a matchup with the Ravens in Brazil, and a Thanksgiving showdown with the Eagles. The crew also discusses the transition to a 3-4 defensive scheme, whether the current roster can support a turnaround under Christian Parker, and Tommy’s Tape Talk segment of the rookie class.

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Talkin’ Cowboys: Red Light on the Green Dot
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05/05/2026

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!
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04/28/2026

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
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04/21/2026

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?
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04/14/2026

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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