Aldon Smith

Cowboys defensive end Aldon Smith leads the NFL in sacks after three games despite not having played football since 2015.

On paper, the Dallas defensive line appeared menacing heading into the 2020 season. In reality, through two weeks, it's mostly been docile. That isn't lost on the Cowboys.

Gregg Rosenthal lists the unpleasant (the Falcons' collapse) and pleasant (Gardner Minshew's excellence) surprises through Week 2 of the 2020 NFL season. 

In the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks says rumors of Baker Mayfield's demise were greatly exaggerated. Plus, a crazy comeback story and the way-to-early Defensive Player of the Year favorite.

After the first full week of padded practice, Gregg Rosenthal spotlights winners and losers at training camps across the NFL.

The Cowboys were able to scoop up a plethora of Pro Bowlers this offseason, including Dontari Poe and Everson Griffen. Jim Trotter examines the potential impact of these additions on Dallas' defense.

Aldon Smith hadn't been on a football field in years until he sauntered onto the Dallas Cowboys' facility for training camp. Mike McCarthy said you wouldn't have known that after just a few practices.

Will Jalen Reagor unlock Philadelphia's offensive potential? Do the loaded Cowboys have a potential bugaboo on each side of the ball? Nick Shook examines all four NFC East teams ahead of training camp, identifying notable position battles, strengths and weaknesses.

After missing more than four years of football, DE Aldon Smith believes he is ready to make an impact for the Cowboys on and off the field.

Kyler Murray for MVP? Bucky Brooks says the Cardinals QB will be taking home the hardware next season. Plus, would LeBron James be a Hall of Famer if he had picked football over basketball?

After being out of the NFL since 2015, the Cowboys DE isn't worried about returning rusty. "God has blessed me with talent," Smith told TMZ. 

New Dallas DE Aldon Smith has been reinstated by Commissioner Roger Goodell after the two met via videoconference on Thursday. Smith has not played since 2015 due to legal troubles and suspensions.  

The NFL has suspended Raiders pass rusher Aldon Smith for one year for violating the league's policy on substance abuse. The Raiders plan to stick with Smith through the suspension.

Aldon Smith appeared to be a short-term plan for the Raiders when they initially signed him several weeks ago. General manager Reggie McKenzie said he could have a much bigger role in Oakland in the future.

The month of October has been much different for multiple teams than September. Sean Payton has his Saints trending upwards while Rex Ryan's Bills are on the way down after a hot start.

The Oakland Raiders went up early and never looked back in San Diego. Derek Carr and Amari Cooper proved to be too much for the Chargers on Sunday.

Behind a strong performance by Marshawn Lynch, the Seattle Seahawks reestablished themselves with a 20-3 victory over the San Francisco 49ers on Thursday.

In a matchup between two teams that have not made the playoffs since 2002, it was the Oakland Raiders who moved above .500. Should the Browns stick with Josh McCown?

Coming off a 33-13 drubbing by Cincinnati, the Raiders left many asking: Has anything changed in Oakland? Ravens coach John Harbaugh, though, sees a legitimate strength on Oakland's roster.

J.J. Watt was being J.J. Watt in Week 1. But what does Week 2 hold for IDP fantasy enthusiasts? Marcas Grant looks both back and ahead in the latest Reading the Defense.

Aldon Smith played in his first game as an Oakland Raiders pass rusher, seeing 30 snaps. While his impact was minimal, Smith said he's glad to get a "fresh start" across The Bay and isn't worried about potential NFL discipline.

Aldon Smith will suit up for the Oakland Raiders when they take on the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday. Ian Rapoport reports the team expects the pass rusher to play about 20 snaps.

The Oakland Raiders won't reveal whether Aldon Smith will play Sunday. However, the team believes he can be ready to play if they decide to make him active.

Aldon Smith has found a new NFL home, signing a one-year deal with the Oakland Raiders on the same day he was charged with three misdemeanors stemming from a DUI arrest.

One day before entering the Hall of Fame, former Niners star Charles Haley threw his support behind Aldon Smith after Smith was released by the team Friday following his third DUI arrest.

Watch the top plays of Week 14 during the NFL 2020 season.

'The Aftermath': Top 10 plays of Week 14.

Watch highlights from the Week 14 matchup between the Dallas Cowboys and the Cincinnati Bengals.

Dallas Cowboys defensive end Aldon Smith's first NFL touchdown is 78-yard scoop-and-score sprint.

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

NFL Network's Jane Slater shares an update on the Dallas Cowboys ahead of the Week 9 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Here is every player with a Pro Football Focus grade of 90 or above in Week 5 of the 2020 NFL season.

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reports DE Aldon Smith halfway to reaching a $500K sack incentive for the Dallas Cowboys.

Dallas Cowboys defensive end Aldon Smith engulfs Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson for his third sack of day.

Dallas Cowboys outside linebacker Aldon Smith gets first sack in five years.

NFL Network's Jane Slater shares the latest news for the Dallas Cowboys before their Week 1 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams.

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott raves about defensive end Aldon Smith.

NFL Network's Mike Garafolo breaks down Dallas Cowboys defensive end Aldon Smith's reinstatement.