Talkin’ Cowboys: Take Care of Business

DallasCowboys.com | December 1, 2025
Hosts: Kyle Yeomans, Patrick Noi Walker, Isaiah Stanback, Josh Rodriguez

Episode Overview

This lively episode is a classic “Victory Monday” edition with the crew celebrating the Cowboys’ impressive 31-28 win over the Kansas City Chiefs. The hosts break down what made this performance special, reflect on the team’s progress during a pivotal stretch in the schedule, and keep an eye on the playoff race and the looming clash with the Detroit Lions. The show mixes detailed football analysis, lighthearted banter, and plenty of bold Cowboys optimism—all in the wake of a crucial win.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Cowboys Defeat the Chiefs (00:00–04:59)

• Historic Win: The Cowboys became the first team in NFL history to defeat the defending Super Bowl champ and runner-up in a four-day span.
  • “The Cowboys absolutely dismantled the Kansas City Chiefs and become the first team in NFL history to defeat back-to-back short week and Super Bowl representatives in a four day span.” – Kyle Yeomans [01:56]
• Three-Game Win Streak: The win over the Chiefs marks Dallas’ third straight victory, marking a complete turnaround from a shaky earlier stretch.
  • “They're also standing on three straight wins. Hey, a lot better than what was happening before.” – Kyle Yeomans [02:42]

2. Hope, Culture Shift, and Adaptability (04:59–13:43)

• Coaching Evolution: The crew praises the coaching staff for in-game adaptability—not just waiting for halftime to make adjustments.
  • "It just seems like there’s something present in this coaching staff I've not seen... the ability and willingness to adapt as the game goes on." – Patrick Noi Walker [05:31]
• Locker Room Belief: There’s an evident shift in the culture; the team fully believes in its coaches, in each other, and that any deficit can be overcome.
  • “You have a team right now that believes in their head coach, that believes in the coaching staff, that feels they are in every game, no matter how far they are down.” – Isaiah Stanback [10:26]
• Playoff Talk (or Not): The hosts debate discussing playoff possibilities, agreeing it’s more important to focus week by week.
  • "Listen, no playoff talk, people. ... I'm here to tell you we're not talking about playoffs. We're talking about the next opponent." – Patrick Noi Walker [11:08]
• Stephon Gilmore’s Statement: Quoting Gilmore, the crew notes, “Don’t let them find a way in [the playoffs], because... they’re the team that's going to win the Super Bowl.” [08:43]
  • "If the Cowboys get in the playoffs, they will win the Super Bowl, mark my word." – Isaiah Stanback [08:47]

3. Upcoming Stretch: The Real Test (13:43–15:57)

• Next Up: Detroit: Facing the Lions on Thursday is labeled “the game of the season.” Both teams need a win to stay in the playoff mix.
  • “You are facing a lion backed against the wall with Dan Campbell…the one that’s trying to lead the charge out of it.” – Kyle Yeomans [13:43]
• High Stakes: Every game down the stretch is critical. Anything less than a win, and it’s “time to start the draft show.”
  • “If it’s anything other than a win, we can start the draft show, basically, is what I’m saying.” – Isaiah Stanback [13:53]
• Locker Room’s Playoff Mindset:
  • “I asked a couple of guys on the roster ... they said they're in playoff mode and they have been in playoff mode. They understand that each one of these games are must wins.” – Patrick Noi Walker [14:16]

4. Player Highlights & Notable Performances (15:57–19:48)

• CeeDee Lamb Bounces Back:
  • "There were a few Cowboys fans who were basically trying to get CD out of the door... I'll say it again here today: Stop trying to pit these two number one receivers against each other and just enjoy the show...he caught the damn ball." – Patrick Noi Walker [15:16]
  • “He was on a revenge tour on that first drive.” – Kyle Yeomans [15:57]
• Offensive Line Evolution:
  • Tyler Booker receives high praise for consistently dominating top defensive linemen: “Tyler Booker’s out there doing what he said he was going to do pre-draft. Against who? Jalen Carter…Chris Jones.” – Patrick Noi Walker [06:54]
• Malik Davis’ Breakout:
  • Recognized for perseverance after being waived five times and for electrifying plays, especially his 43-yard touchdown: “He prayed for moments like he had against the Chiefs with that 43-yard touch.” – Patrick Noi Walker [06:54]
• Special Teams Hustle:
  • Kevontae Turpin credited with a season-saving hustle play recovering a fumble: “That was likely saved this team season. Incredible, great play.” – Patrick Noi Walker [26:43]

5. Defense: Rising to the Occasion (31:16–36:25)

• Quinnen Williams’ Impact:
  • A striking comparison of Williams’ stats with the Jets vs. the Cowboys underscores his instant impact: “Since week 11, three games—one and a half sacks, seven quarterback hits, 19 pressures. … In every game that he's played for Dallas … five pressures in every game.” – Kyle Yeomans [32:06]
  • “It’s a completely different unit…boy, it’s been fun to watch this defense these last few weeks.” – Kyle Yeomans [33:10]
• Trayvon Diggs Returns:
  • News break: “Your highest paid defensive player has come back—Trayvon Diggs is back, practice field, with a more than solid chance to play this week.” – Patrick Noi Walker [33:31, 34:16]
• Injury Update:
  • Duron Bland’s foot is “fine,” according to the staff and the player post-X-rays. [34:41–35:22]

6. Running Back Depth and Practice Squad Moves (36:25–39:13)

• New Faces: Discussion of signing Israel Abanikanda to the practice squad and what that means for RB depth.
  • “The RB depth has…got better with that signing.” – Patrick Noi Walker [37:18]
• Jaden Blue Update: Blue remains in developmental mode, with team patience apparent and no indication of discipline-related issues.

7. Smelly Stickers: Player of the Game (43:59–50:37)

Each host chooses an MVP and a corresponding snack-themed sticker:

Patrick Walker:

• CeeDee Lamb
  • “Talk about a bounce back game…against arguably the best cover corner in the entire league. … He made Trent McDuffie look like a turkey out there.” [43:59]
  • 🦃 Sticker: Turkey (“Because he did this on Thanksgiving…and he made McDuffie look like a turkey.”)

Isaiah Stanback:

• Jadeveon Clowney
  • “2 sacks on the day, two scoops of ice cream—Patrick Mahomes had to lap it up.” [45:19]
  • 🍦 Sticker: Double scoop of ice cream

Kyle Yeomans:

• Malik Davis
  • “Sometimes you just gotta remember the forgotten person…your trusty old reliable in Malik Davis. 43 yard touchdown and special teams tackle…that is the microcosm of what Brian Schottenheimer is trying to build here.” [47:52]
  • 🍫 Sticker: Cosmic Brownie

Chris Beam (Producer):

• Kevontae Turpin (via “the glizzy” a.k.a. hot dog; chosen for his season-saving fumble recovery)

8. Notable Quotes & Banter

• “Stop trying to pit these two number one receivers against each other and just enjoy the show.” – Patrick Noi Walker [15:16]
• “If it’s anything other than a win, we can start the draft show.” – Isaiah Stanback [13:53]
• “Don’t mess around and let them find a way into the playoffs.” – Patrick Noi Walker [08:43]
• “Hope is not a strategy…That’s not saying and it’s not implying the Cowboys will go on this magical run, but they are currently in the middle of a magical run.” – Kyle Yeomans [12:44]

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 01:56 — Cowboys defeat Chiefs; historic achievement
• 05:31 — Adjustments & coaching adaptability praised
• 08:43 — Stephon Gilmore’s playoff take
• 10:26 — Culture change and locker room belief
• 13:43 — Detroit Lions preview, “game of the season”
• 14:16 — Locker room’s playoff mindset
• 15:16 — CeeDee Lamb bounce back
• 26:43 — Turpin’s critical fumble recovery
• 32:06 — Quinnen Williams stats and defensive impact
• 33:31 — Trayvon Diggs returns
• 43:59 — Smelly Stickers MVP segment

Tone and Style Highlights

Warm, humorous, and candid—full of wit and camaraderie, but sharply analytical when discussing players, coaches, and team performance. The hosts balance optimism with realism, always returning to a “one game at a time” mindset.

Conclusion

The Cowboys’ win over the Chiefs is dissected with the trademark blend of humor, knowledge, and hope that defines “Talkin’ Cowboys.” The episode focuses on a team that’s peaking at the perfect time, winning tough games, building a new identity, and setting the stage for a high-stakes December showdown with the Detroit Lions.

For more Banter, X’s & O’s, and locker room insight, catch the next episode as the crew previews the Lions game—one with looming playoff implications!