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Cowboys reporter Watkins discusses joint practice with LA Rams, position battles
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· August 14, 2026
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Key takeaway Further details on the practice and the team's preparation are available from local sports reporters, including Calvin Watkins, who discussed the team's progress with NBC 5's Newy Scruggs.
In Dallas , the Cowboys are gearing up for their first preseason game. They recently participated in a joint practice with the Los Angeles Rams. The team's performance was assessed by head coach Brian Schottenheimer, who shared his thoughts on the practice.
His opinions were varied, indicating some areas of strength and weakness. Further details on the practice and the team's preparation are available from local sports reporters, including Calvin Watkins, who discussed the team's progress with NBC 5's Newy Scruggs.
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Category: local Published: August 14, 2026 Source: NBC5 DFW Reading time: 1 min
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