{"id":49787,"date":"2025-05-20T09:28:54","date_gmt":"2025-05-20T09:28:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usatoday.azontree.com\/?p=49787"},"modified":"2025-05-20T09:28:54","modified_gmt":"2025-05-20T09:28:54","slug":"cowboys-predicted-to-improve-record-in-2025-nfl-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usatoday.azontree.com\/?p=49787","title":{"rendered":"Cowboys Predicted To Improve Record in 2025 NFL Season"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Oct 6, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) throws a touchdown pass to running back Rico Dowdle (23) as Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (90) looks on during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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The Dallas Cowboys are projected to bounce back in the 2025 NFL season with an improved record, driven by a favorable schedule and key roster adjustments. Following a disappointing 7-10 finish in 2024, the team aims to reestablish itself as\u00a0a playoff contender in the NFC East<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Dallas\u2019 2025 schedule<\/a>\u00a0ranks 22nd in strength, suggesting a less grueling path compared to the previous year.\u00a0This provides an opportunity<\/a>\u00a0for Dallas to capitalize on matchups against weaker opponents. With Dak Prescott back under center and operating behind a fortified offensive line featuring three former first-round picks,\u00a0the team has the foundation<\/a>\u00a0to regain its offensive rhythm.<\/p>\n

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Nov 3, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) runs the ball against the Atlanta Falcons in the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Prescott\u2019s health will be a crucial factor in Dallas\u2019 success. Despite missing significant time in recent seasons, he remains a capable leader with an impressive supporting cast,\u00a0including CeeDee Lamb<\/a>\u00a0and George Pickens. The addition of rookie guard Tyler Booker further strengthens the line, enabling the offense to establish balance between the air and ground attacks.<\/p>\n

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