COWBOYS SQUAD SHOW: The FULL Cowboys schedule release, with *LIVE* REACTION
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The Cowboys Squad Show delivers live, energetic reaction to the official 2026 NFL schedule release, with hosts Jeff Biggs and Landon McCool joined by former Cowboys coach Glenn Stretch Smith. The episode kicks off with a deep dive into the Cowboys' newly revealed schedule, highlighting key matchups including a Week 3 international game in Rio against the Ravens, a Thursday night home game against the Bucs, and a crucial late bye week in Week 14. The hosts analyze the strategic advantages of the schedule—especially the early-season travel from Brazil to Houston, the favorable timing of the Green Bay and Seattle road games, and the absence of a Christmas game—while acknowledging the physical toll of international travel and the challenges of maintaining team chemistry during the offseason. They also discuss the implications of George Pickens' absence from voluntary workouts, debating the balance between contract leverage and team cohesion. The episode concludes with a forward-looking discussion on offensive improvements, particularly the need for offensive line continuity and red zone efficiency, and teases a new Dak Prescott extension deal that could reshape the Cowboys' cap strategy in 2026.
The Cowboys' 2026 schedule features a strategic late bye week (Week 14), which provides crucial recovery time before tough road games against Seattle and the Rams.
The international game in Rio (Week 3) is a logistical challenge but offers a manageable travel window with a short turnaround to Houston, minimizing disruption.
The Cowboys face a tough early-season stretch (Giants, Commanders, Ravens, Texans, Bucs), making a strong start critical for momentum.
George Pickens' absence from voluntary workouts is a strategic move in contract negotiations but raises concerns about team chemistry and leadership.
Offensive line health and continuity are paramount for improving red zone efficiency and reducing pressure on Dak Prescott.
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Welcome & Schedule Release Countdown
The episode opens with a warm welcome from Jeff Biggs and Landon McCool, setting the tone for live reaction to the NFL schedule release. They discuss the rapid passage of time from offseason to training camp and introduce the co-hosts, including former coach Glenn Stretch Smith, who joins despite a sore voice. The hosts preview the key topics: the official schedule, George Pickens’ absence, and a rumored Dak Prescott extension.
Early Season Challenges & International Game Logistics
“It's a lot of travel. It's a lot of disruption. But ultimately, it's better than traveling to London. It's better than traveling to someplace where you're changing time zones and having to get used to dealing with time zones. This is just essentially time zone-wise the same as playing on the East Coast.”
The Bye Week & Strategic Game Flow
“If this is the schedule and get out and get you one of them $10 scratch and sniff tickets, quit cracking around on here. I don't know what I'm doing here. I'm going to take my phone and live stream the whole thing while I scratch it.”
George Pickens & Team Chemistry Concerns
“If you want a long-term deal, don't you go in there and let Jerry see you in there and go over and cut yourself one of them long-term deals. Just like he'd do it with you. I promise you he'd do it with you.”
Final Schedule Confirmation & Game-by-Game Breakdown
With the official schedule confirmed on the Cowboys’ website, the hosts walk through the full 18-game slate. They highlight the three Monday night games (Philly, Seattle, and the Rams), the Sunday night games (Green Bay, Jacksonville), and the strategic placement of the bye week. They also note the absence of a Christmas game, which benefits family time and rhythm.
“There is nothing natural about playing football. Nothing. It isn't natural to get the shit knocked out of you and then get up and go get some more of it.”
“If this is the schedule and get out and get you one of them $10 scratch and sniff tickets, quit cracking around on here. I don't know what I'm doing here. I'm going to take my phone and live stream the whole thing while I scratch it.”
“If you want a long-term deal, don't you go in there and let Jerry see you in there and go over and cut yourself one of them long-term deals. Just like he'd do it with you. I promise you he'd do it with you.”
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Glenn Stretch Smith
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