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NFL National Correspondent

Mike Fisher

A senior NFL correspondent at EssentiallySports, Mike Fisher is an award-winning journalist and one of the most established voices in Dallas sports media. Known widely as "Fish," he has covered the Dallas Cowboys and the NFL since 1990, reporting across radio, television, and digital platforms. Over his 36-year career, Mike has been a trusted Cowboys insider for 105.3 The Fan and has covered 22 Super Bowls. He is also the publisher of CowboysCountry.com and DallasBasketball.com, blending in-depth reporting with insider access to the Cowboys and Mavericks. A former FOX Sports Southwest Mavericks TV analyst, Mike has authored two best-selling books on the Cowboys, featuring forewords by Jerry Jones and Troy Aikman. He holds a degree in Journalism and Communication from the University of Northern Colorado.

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Lions vs Cowboys on Thursday: 10 Observations From Detroit’s 44-30 Win

The Dallas Cowboys fold in a loss against the Lions; Here are my 10 key observations on their failure on Thursday Night Football.

Chiefs-Cowboys on Thanksgiving: 5 Things We Learned From Dallas’ 31-28 Win

Suddenly, over the course of just 12 days, Dallas has won back-to-back-to-back games, a Cowboys accomplishment capped by Thanksgiving Thursday’s 31-28 upset of the visiting Kansas City Chiefs here at AT&T Stadium.

Cowboys’ 10 Keys to Take Down the Chiefs: An In-Depth Look at Thanksgiving Game Plan

Now comes the 2nd half of Dallas “Turkey Sandwich'' as Thanksgiving brings here to AT&T Stadium the Chiefs and what I’m predicting will be the highest-TV-ratings NFL regular-season game of all time.

Brian Schottenheimer Reveals Why Cowboys Have the Ability to Shock Eagles, Chiefs & Lions

The Cowboys can envision themselves in the NFL playoffs? “Why not?’’ as Dak Prescott told us when asked if his team can accomplish something “special.''

How Jerry Jones Can Create $100 Million in 2026 Cap Space For Cowboys in 7 Simple Steps

Do the math: Seven easy Cowboys moves would offer a total of $110.1 million in cap room for 2026, allowing Jerry Jones' team to do most anything in terms of shopping.

Cowboys 4-Round 2026 NFL Mock Draft After Trade Deadline: Texas Tech EDGE, Tennessee CB Among Picks

The Cowboys' draft positions are subject to change depending on how 3-5-1 Dallas finishes. But for now, let's mock the top three slots.

Mike Fisher’s NFL Midseason Award Predictions: Close Races And A Super Bowl Winner That Finally Finishes the Job

We've arrived quickly to the midway point of the 2025 NFL regular season is upon us, meaning its time for award predictions that take us from MVP all the way to the Super Bowl.

Cowboys Trade Deadline Buzz: Logan Wilson, Bradley Chubb Lead List of 16 Graded Targets

Cowboys explore major trade deadline moves with 16 graded targets, including top names like Logan Wilson and Bradley Chubb.

Exclusive: Cowboys’ CeeDee Lamb Explains His ‘Controlled Aggression’ Mindset Heading Into Cardinals Game on Monday

Dallas Cowboys' WR CeeDee Lamb joins EssentiallySports in an exclusive conversation and reveals how he feels about Monday Night Football.

Exclusive: George Pickens Reveals How He Makes Dak Prescott’s Life Easier

Cowboys WR George Pickens talks about his bond with Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, and more in this exclusive interview with EssentiallySports.

Cowboys Insider Notes: Realistic Trades Jerry Jones Could Target Before the Deadline

The Cowboys are eyeing reinforcements ahead of the trade deadline, and we’ve picked the names Jerry Jones should be dialing for.
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