Cowboy Roundup: Matt Eberflus' obvious replacement, Defensive snap count changes

Happy Wednesday, Dallas Cowboys Nation. We've made it to the middle of the week, and it's time to turn our attention toward the weekend, even though the Cowboys have to wait until Monday Night Football to see the field.

We heard this week that changes will be on the way, and with the NFL trade deadline around the corner, there's going to be plenty of discussion about Dallas getting active.

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The team needs help on all three levels of the defense, so hopefully the chatter that has been building is more than a facade.

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones stands on the field prior to a game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. | Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

While we wait to see what the week may bring, let's take a spin around and check out some of the news and headlines making waves online and across social media. Indulge.

Matt Eberflus' obvious replacement

Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus looks on during warmups before the game against the New York Giants | Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

The team needs to do something to shake up the defense, and if they decide to move on from Matt Eberflus, the obvious replacement is staring them right in the face.

InsideTheStar.com takes a look at some of the potential replacements.

"If the Cowboys make a move, Aaron Whitecotton should be the next man up. His philosophy fits today’s NFL — attack the quarterback, force quick throws, and trust your corners to compete in man coverage. Whitecotton has earned respect across the defensive line room for his detailed preparation and fiery coaching style. Players respond to his accountability and intensity. Pairing him with Andre Curtis on the back end would form a balanced, aggressive defensive leadership team."

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Defensive changes coming

More snaps for Jadeveon Clowney among changes for Dallas Cowboys defense, per Brian Schottenheimer - DLLS Sports https://t.co/KiDr1NZgWT
— Clarence Hill Jr (@clarencehilljr) October 28, 2025

Veteran defensive end Jadeveon Clowney is seeing an increase in snaps for the Cowboys' struggling defense, but there are more changes being made as the team desperately searches for any signs of life.

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