During joint practices with the Los Angeles Rams in Oxnard, Calif., the Dallas Cowboys continued voluntary sprints even on Family Day, showing the team's commitment to conditioning and unity. Coach Brian Schottenheimer instituted an 11-player leadership council in 2025, moving away from his first season's 'one voice' approach. The council includes Dak Prescott, Cee Dee Lamb, Tyler Smith, Tyler Booker, Jake Ferguson, Javonte Williams, Bryan Anger, Quinnen Williams, Kenny Clark, Rashan Gary, and Jalen Thompson.

They meet every two weeks to discuss team matters and provide feedback to Schottenheimer. Prescott emphasized the importance of shared leadership, praising Clark, Gary, and Smith for stepping up. Defensive tackle Kenny Clark, acquired in the Micah Parsons trade, leads by doing rather than talking, noting 'Everybody's embracing everybody.' This collaborative leadership approach aims to create the best-conditioned team in the league while reducing pressure on Prescott.