Cowboys, Rams Plan Joint Practice in Oxnard August 5

The Dallas Cowboys and Los Angeles Rams will hold a joint practice on August 5 in Oxnard, California, ahead of their preseason game on August 9 at SoFi Stadium. These joint practices, a recurring tradition due to the proximity of their training facilities, offer both teams an opportunity to simulate game situations and physically prepare players, especially those fighting for roster spots. The Cowboys, under new head coach Brian Schottenheimer, and the Rams, led by Sean McVay with key additions like Davante Adams, are expected to engage in intense but controlled competition, with a history of physical skirmishes between the teams adding anticipation. Fans will get an early look at the teams' offseason progress, including how the Cowboys' secondary handles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford. The joint practice and subsequent preseason game continue a longstanding connection between the franchises and serve as a valuable preparation step for both teams as they enter the 2025 NFL season.