The Dallas Cowboys are set to commence their 2026 training camp in Oxnard, California, with players reporting on July 27 and fan-accessible practices starting on July 29. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer will hold his first press conference of the season on July 29, alongside owner Jerry Jones and executive vice president Stephen Jones.
The camp will kick off with the annual Back Together Saturday event on August 1, and practices will be free for the public until August 18. A significant focus for the team will be their defense, which struggled last season, allowing an average of 30 points per game. The Cowboys have appointed Christian Parker as the new defensive coordinator, who is implementing a 3-4 scheme.
Reports indicate that up to seven new starters may be featured on defense.
In contrast, the offense remains mostly unchanged, having averaged 27.7 points per game last season, providing Schottenheimer with a consistent group as the defense undergoes its transformation. This marks the 20th year that the Cowboys have held their training camp in Oxnard.
