Cowboy Roundup: Top Mike McCarthy replacement options, Dowdle milestone in reach

The latest Dallas Cowboys news for Wednesday, December 18.

Buffalo Bills quarterbacks coach Joe Brady speaks with Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen at a timeout during the first half against the Tennessee Titans. / Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

Happy Wednesday, Dallas Cowboys Nation. We are knocking on the door of Week 16 of the NFL season, and the 'Boys will be returning to the practice field on Wednesday to gear up preparations for a Sunday night showdown with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

The middle of the week mean we will learn how injured players are coming around in advance of the team's game and whether there are any major surprises.

While we wait for the team to today's news, let's take at some of the headlines making waves around the web.

MORE: Cowboys vs Buccaneers, NFL Week 16: Start time, live stream, TV channel

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Top 5 candidates to replace Mike McCarthy

Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson walks the sidelines before the game against the Chicago Bears. / David Reginek-Imagn Images

If the Cowboys move on from Mike McCarthy after the season, who could be the top candidates to replace him as head coach? Blogging the Boys named five intriguing options.

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Rico Dowdle milestone is within reach

Dallas Cowboys running back Rico Dowdle runs out of a tackle by Carolina Panthers linebacker Claudin Cherelus. / Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

After three consecutive 100-yard games from Rico Dowdle, a career milestone is within reach. The Cowboys Wire takes a closer look.

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Cowboys Quick Hits

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