Todd Archer

Todd Archer is a dedicated NFL reporter for ESPN, specializing in coverage of the Dallas Cowboys. With over two decades of experience in journalism, he began reporting on the NFL in 1997 and has been covering the Cowboys since 2003. In 2010, Todd joined ESPN to bring his expertise and insight to a wider audience. Follow him on Twitter at @toddarcher for up-to-the-minute news and analysis.

Biography:  https://www.espn.com/dallas/columns/archive?name=todd-archer

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The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

100%

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No current examples available.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

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Contradictions

86%

Examples:

  • Leighton Vander Esch's injury history and retirement have conflicting reports.
  • There are contradictions regarding CeeDee Lamb's contract negotiations and his holdout.

Deceptions

62%

Examples:

  • The article about Leighton Vander Esch's retirement contains ambiguous information about his injuries and career.

Recent Articles

CeeDee Lamb Holds Out of Cowboys Training Camp Seeking Major Contract Upgrade

CeeDee Lamb Holds Out of Cowboys Training Camp Seeking Major Contract Upgrade

Broke On: Sunday, 28 July 2024 Dallas Cowboys' star wide receiver CeeDee Lamb is holding out of training camp, seeking a new contract after an impressive 2023 season with 135 catches, 1,749 yards, and twelve touchdowns. His fifth-year salary is $17.991 million; his expected per-year average in the new deal will nearly double that figure. Lamb follows teammates Zack Martin and Ezekiel Elliott's precedent of holding out for higher salaries, with both players earning Pro Bowl nods despite missing training camp.
Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, and Micah Parsons: The Dallas Cowboys' Contract Negotiations Amidst Super Bowl Aspirations

Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, and Micah Parsons: The Dallas Cowboys' Contract Negotiations Amidst Super Bowl Aspirations

Broke On: Thursday, 25 July 2024 The Dallas Cowboys are in contract negotiations with key players Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, and Micah Parsons. Prescott finished second in MVP voting last season and is a free agent next March. Lamb awaits an extension and could follow Parsons' holdout plan. The Cowboys stress the importance of these deals but prioritize winning the Super Bowl over contractual issues.
CeeDee Lamb Holds Out of Cowboys Training Camp Seeking Contract Extension

CeeDee Lamb Holds Out of Cowboys Training Camp Seeking Contract Extension

Broke On: Wednesday, 24 July 2024 CeeDee Lamb, the Dallas Cowboys' star wide receiver, is absent from training camp due to contract extension negotiations. He missed mandatory minicamp and faced fines, seeking a pay raise after a breakout 2023 season with career-highs in catches, yards, and touchdowns. The Cowboys face financial challenges extending Lamb, Dak Prescott, and Micah Parsons while maintaining roster strength.
Legendary NFL Offensive Lineman Larry Allen Dies at 52: A Career of Dominance and Versatility

Legendary NFL Offensive Lineman Larry Allen Dies at 52: A Career of Dominance and Versatility

Broke On: Monday, 03 June 2024 Larry Allen, a 12-time Pro Bowl offensive lineman and seven-time first-team All-Pro, died suddenly at age 52 while on vacation with his family in Mexico. Known for his legendary strength and versatility, Allen anchored dominant lines for the Dallas Cowboys and San Francisco 49ers, earning NFL All-Decade team honors in both the 1990s and 2000s. Survived by wife Janelle and children Jayla, Loriana, and Larry III.
Dallas Cowboys Re-Sign Running Back Ezekiel Elliott to One-Year Deal

Dallas Cowboys Re-Sign Running Back Ezekiel Elliott to One-Year Deal

Broke On: Monday, 29 April 2024 The Dallas Cowboys have signed running back Ezekiel Elliott to a one-year deal worth up to $3 million, reuniting with the fan favorite after drafting Tony Pollard in 2019. Elliott played for the New England Patriots last season but was not re-signed. The Cowboys did not select a running back in this year's draft, suggesting their interest in bringing Elliott back to boost their rushing game, which ranked 26th in NFL efficiency in goal-to-go situations last season.
Leighton Vander Esch Retires from NFL Due to Recurring Neck Injuries

Leighton Vander Esch Retires from NFL Due to Recurring Neck Injuries

Broke On: Tuesday, 19 March 2024 Leighton Vander Esch, a former Dallas Cowboys linebacker and first-round pick in 2018, has retired from the NFL after suffering recurring neck injuries that forced him to miss several games during his six-year career. He was named to the Pro Bowl as a rookie and set a franchise record for most ever tackles in a single season by a rookie with 176 combined takedowns. Vander Esch also won the Ed Block Courage Award, which is given to players who demonstrate exceptional courage on and off the field.
Dallas Cowboys Retain Mike McCarthy as Head Coach for 2024 Season

Dallas Cowboys Retain Mike McCarthy as Head Coach for 2024 Season

Broke On: Thursday, 18 January 2024 The Dallas Cowboys have announced that they will retain Mike McCarthy as their head coach for the 2024 season, despite falling in a disappointing home loss to the Green Bay Packers in the wild-card round on Sunday. The team finished the regular season with a 12-5 record and an NFC East title.