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Sparked By Aldon Smith TD, Defense Carries Day It’s amazing what a positive turnover differential can do for a team.

DECEMBER 14, 2020 • DALLASCOWBOYS.COM

Dalton returns to Cincy, leads Cowboys over Bengals 30-7

Andy Dalton was good enough in his return to Cincinnati, tossing two touchdown passes and helping lead the Dallas Cowboys to a 30-7 win over the Bengals

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Watch: Aldon Smith takes fumble 78 yards for Cowboys' touchdown The Dallas Cowboys have not had many highlights in 2020. The Cincinnati Bengals were the perfect answer to provide one. Aldon Smith picks up...

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • USATODAY.COM

The Latest: Steelers get AFC berth, Packers clinch NFC North

The Pittsburgh Steelers already have a playoff berth clinched before kicking off against the Buffalo Bills

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ready to face Bengals Smith (foot) does not have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

Impact Smith was limited in practice Thursday and Friday, but his availability for Sunday's game doesn't appear to be in any danger. The veteran linebacker stands to draw his usual start versus Cincinnati.

DECEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Pops up on injury report Smith (foot) was limited in Thursday's practice, David Helman of the Cowboys' official site reports.

Impact Smith wasn't listed on Wednesday's injury report at all, but he's now managing a foot injury. Friday's practice should be telling as to the veteran linebacker's chances of suiting up in Cincinnati on Sunday.

DECEMBER 10, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for Tuesday Smith (illness) is active for Tuesday's game at Baltimore.

Impact The 31-year-old was considered questionable due to the illness, but it's not a surprise he's suiting up after putting in a full practice Saturday. Smith has 44 total tackles and five sacks through 11 games in his first season of NFL action since 2015.

DECEMBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Bryant and Ravens take on Cowboys in rare Tuesday night game

Former Dallas Cowboys star Dez Bryant has provided depth and experience at wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens following his return from a two-year hiatus

DECEMBER 7, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Misses consecutive practices Smith (illness) didn't participate in Friday's practice, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Impact Smith didn't practice with the team for a second straight day. There's no indication that his current illness is related to COVID-19, but he'll likely stay away from the team until fully healthy. With a rare Tuesday night game on tap, Smith has four more days to recover before a matchup with the Ravens.

DECEMBER 4, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

How Aldon Smith Won His Battle For Self-Worth Aldon Smith’s journey has seen him own several cars as an NFL superstar, to being out of the league – once sleeping under a car and then lat...

NOVEMBER 29, 2020 • DALLASCOWBOYS.COM

Smith vs. Smith and Smith: Aldon pressures Alex into Jaylon's INT Washington Football Team quarterback Alex Smith vs. Dallas Cowboys defensive end Aldon Smith and llinebacker Jaylon Smith: Aldon pressures A...

NOVEMBER 27, 2020 • NFL.COM

Aldon Smith must seal the deal before getting an extension The Dallas Cowboys and Aldon Smith are pondering an extension Aldon Smith has seen a drop in his play over the past four games after setting...

NOVEMBER 21, 2020 • THELANDRYHAT.COM

Good to go Sunday Smith (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Steelers, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact The 31-year-old was considered questionable for Week 9, but his availability never appeared in serious doubt. Smith has been a bright spot on the Dallas defense this season with 35 tackles and five sacks through eight games in his first NFL action since 2015.

NOVEMBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Should play Sunday Smith (knee) is expected to play Sunday against the Steelers, despite being listed as questionable for the contest, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Smith's availability will be confirmed when the Cowboys release their inactive list approximately 90 minutes prior to the 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff. He was a limited participant in practice throughout the week, but Smith likely won't face any restrictions if he's active for the contest. The edge rusher has recorded 35 tackles and five sacks through Dallas' first eight games.

NOVEMBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Tagged as questionable Smith (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Steelers, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact Gehlken also reported Thursday that Smith is expected to play Sunday, and Friday's limited practice session bodes well for that notion. Smith has been excellent in his return to the NFL, as he's produced five sacks and two pass breakups through nine games. His official status likely won't be revealed until 90 minutes before Sunday's 4:25 kickoff.

NOVEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Cowboys DE Aldon Smith determined to finish impressive comeback season strong FRISCO — Aldon Smith is focused on finishing what he started. After four-plus years out of the NFL, the Cowboys defensive end is halfway int...

NOVEMBER 6, 2020 • DALLASNEWS.COM

Expected to play through injury Smith (knee) was limited in Thursday's practice but is expected to suit up against the Steelers on Sunday, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

Impact Smith began the week with back-to-back limited practices, but it doesn't look as though his availability is in any serious danger. As long as he's able to suit up, the veteran pass rusher will look to provide key pressure against Ben Roethlisberger and the Steelers on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Aldon Smith Focused On Winning Over Future While his name came up in trade talks last week, Aldon Smith is not only happy to be in Dallas, but is focused more on winning games this se...

NOVEMBER 5, 2020 • DALLASCOWBOYS.COM

Why The Cowboys Don’t Plan To Trade Aldon Smith Jerry Jones explained Tuesday why the veteran pass rusher is part of the team’s plans moving forward.

NOVEMBER 3, 2020 • DALLASCOWBOYS.COM

Cowboys question their own fight in rapidly spiraling season

The Dallas Cowboys are admitting they're not showing enough fight as coach Mike McCarthy's first season slips away

OCTOBER 26, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dalton hurt, Washington defense clamps down to beat Cowboys

Washington’s defense finally clamped down on a struggling opponent, piling up six sacks, an interception and a forced fumble that became a safety in a 25-3 blowout of the Dallas Co...

OCTOBER 25, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Off injury report Smith (neck) isn't listed on the final injury report heading into Sunday's game against Washington, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM Radio reports.

Impact This news backs up coach Mike McCarthy's assertion that the pass rusher would be out there come Sunday. Smith has a great opportunity to build on his season total of four sacks against a Washington team that has allowed 11 sacks in its last two games.

OCTOBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Sunday Coach Mike McCarthy said Thursday that Smith (neck) will be limited in practice but is expected to be available for Sunday's game against the Football Team, Michael Gehlken of The...

Impact McCarthy also noted that Smith, who missed Wednesday's practice, "jammed" his neck versus the Cardinals on Monday. Barring any setbacks, it looks like Smith is set to draw his usual start at Washington, though it remains to be seen whether his injury could limit him to a snap count.

OCTOBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Misses practice Wednesday Smith (neck) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Smith logged his lowest snap share of the season (66 percent) in Monday's loss to the Cardinals, so he may have been feeling the effects during the game. Regardless, his status is uncertain for this Sunday's matchup against Washington, and he'll need to get on the field by Friday to have a chance to suit up. Smith started the season on fire with four sacks over the first three games, but he's been blanked over the last three contests. If he misses time, Dorance Armstrong is expected to start at strong-side linebacker.

OCTOBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE