The Dallas Cowboys now have a clear picture of their opponents for the upcoming 2024 NFL regular season, setting the stage for what could be a pivotal year for the franchise.
Intriguing Matchups for the Cowboys
The full schedule for the 2024 NFL season has been revealed, showcasing some exciting matchups for the Dallas Cowboys.
Among these is a high-profile clash with the Super Bowl champions, the Kansas City Chiefs, who will open the season at home on September 5th against the Baltimore Ravens. This game serves as a rematch of the AFC Championship game and promises to be a highlight of the season.
Additionally, the Chiefs will be part of the second-ever Black Friday game and will play on Christmas Day, marking Netflix’s first acquisition of NFL rights.
Pressure on the Cowboys
For the Cowboys, the 2024 season comes with mounting pressure to return to the Super Bowl for the first time since 1995.
Following another disappointing year, they face critical matchups, including a divisional clash with the New York Giants on Thanksgiving and a meeting with the Ravens in Week 3. This season also marks the first time they’ve been scheduled to play Baltimore since 2020, along with facing the Cleveland Browns for the first time in four seasons.
The Cincinnati Bengals, Houston Texans, and Pittsburgh Steelers are also on the Cowboys’ agenda for 2024, teams they didn’t encounter last year.
Jerry Jones’ Confidence
Despite the challenges ahead, long-standing owner Jerry Jones remains confident in the Cowboys’ ability to compete for a championship.
Last year, he boldly declared them the best team in the NFC East, a prediction that proved accurate as they secured the divisional crown over the Philadelphia Eagles. However, another early exit from the postseason highlighted areas for improvement.
Crucial Year for Key Players
The Cowboys are entering a crucial year, with linebacker Micah Parsons and quarterback Dak Prescott both due for significant contract extensions.
The offseason has seen little activity, aside from welcoming running back Ezekiel Elliott back after a year with New England. However, the pressure is on for the Cowboys to deliver results and overcome past disappointments to secure a successful 2024 campaign.
Week 1 schedule, timings, and viewing details:
Friday September 6
Baltimore Ravens at Kansas City Chiefs – 1:20 am
Saturday September 7
Green Bay Packers at Philadelphia Eagles – 1:15am
Sunday September. 8
Pittsburgh Steelers at Atlanta Falcons – 6pm
Arizona Cardinals at Buffalo Bills – 6pm
Tennessee Titans at Chicago Bears – 6pm
New England Patriots at Cincinnati Bengals – 6pm
Houston Texans at Indianapolis Colts – 6pm
Jacksonville Jaguars at Miami Dolphins – 6pm
Carolina Panthers at New Orleans Saints – 6pm
Minnesota Vikings at New York Giants – 6pm
Las Vegas Raiders at Los Angeles Chargers – 9:05pm
Denver Broncos at Seattle Seahawks – 9:05pm
Dallas Cowboys at Cleveland Browns – 9:25pm
Washington Commanders at Tampa Bay Buccaneers – 9:25pm
Monday September 9
Los Angeles Rams at Detroit Lions – 1:20 am
Tuesday September 10
New York Jets at San Francisco 49ers – 1:15am
All NFL games will be broadcast on Sky Sports throughout the season.
