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Cowboys-Giants Week 1 opening matchup leaked by Jerry Jones?
TL;DR
Jerry Jones hinted at potential Cowboys-Giants Week 1 matchup during a press conference. He discussed draft picks and the team's cornerback situation, suggesting they may not pursue injured player Jermod McCoy.
Key points
- Jerry Jones hinted at a Cowboys-Giants matchup
- Cowboys selected Jaishawn Barham in the draft
- Dee Winters was acquired via trade
- Jermod McCoy has a knee injury concern
- Jones believes they may not pursue McCoy
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The Dallas Cowboys, like all 32 teams, host a press conference at the conclusion of each day of the draft. The top dogs of the organization attend, answering question from the local media. Director of Player Personnel Will McClay is there, despite not being included in the family picture from the War Room, as is head coach Brian Schottenheimer. Executive VP Stephen Jones tends to answer the questions about how things unfolded the best, but owner/GM Jerry Jones is always the main attraction.
On Friday, following the selection of Jaishawn Barham and the trade acquisition of Dee Winters, the Cowboys finally addressed the linebacker position. However, they haven't addressed the boundary cornerback spot, so it made a ton of sense for the press pool to ask about Jermod McCoy, the Tennessee corner with a knee injury concern. Jones answer was interesting, but he signed off with some additional info to hold onto until schedules are released next month.
Jones was asked whether or not their "no redshirt" edict would extend to their fourth-round picks, 112, 114 and 137 on Saturday. McCoy was seen as the best CB talent in the draft, but reports his knee injury suffered in January 2025 still isn't ready has caused him to plummet to Day 3.
Jones said, without anyone mentioning McCoy by name, he believes he doesn't think Dallas would go in that direction. He believes there are prospects who can still help on the board, but it was the way he phrased it that catches attention.
In speaking about prospects who would be able to contribute right away, Jones said there were names "that can be there on the 53 and help us beat the Giants."
The New York Giants aren't good; they aren't the team one would mention when it comes to sizing up the toughest competition. And as the NFL announced the Cowboys will be facing the in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil in Week 3, it certainly stands to reason a lot of the Cowboys' schedule is already in place. Teams that travel internationally have their surrounding weeks planned out as well.
Q&A
What did Jerry Jones say about the Cowboys-Giants Week 1 matchup?
Jerry Jones hinted at the matchup but did not provide specific details, leaving fans speculating until the official schedule release.
Who are the Cowboys' recent draft picks mentioned by Jerry Jones?
The Cowboys recently selected Jaishawn Barham and acquired Dee Winters via trade during the draft.
What is the status of cornerback Jermod McCoy?
Jermod McCoy, viewed as a top cornerback prospect, is dealing with a knee injury that has affected his draft stock, and Jerry Jones indicated the team may not pursue him.