Hard Knocks - Season 16

First aired: 8/9/2021 5 episodes

HBO Sports and NFL Films are partnering with “America’s Team,” the Dallas Cowboys, for an unfiltered all-access look at what it takes to make it in the National Football League. This season chronicles training camp with the five-time Super Bowl champion NFC East franchise.

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Episodes

1. Episode 1

Aired: 8/10/2021

Enthusiasm is building for the 2021 Cowboys as head coach Mike McCarthy, in his second season, welcomes an intriguing mix of established veterans and highly regarded rookie hopefuls. As training camp begins, all eyes are on Dak Prescott, who suffered a compound right ankle fracture and dislocation in week 5 last season. Dak also celebrates his birthday with his teammates.

2. Episode 2

Aired: 8/17/2021

After an intense scrimmage against the Rams, the Cowboys get well-deserved downtime at training camp.

3. Episode 3

Aired: 8/24/2021

The Cowboys are welcomed back in Dallas as they prepare for action on their home turf. Plus, the rookies learn valuable lessons from the team’s top veterans.

4. Episode 4

Aired: 8/31/2021

As the temperature rises during practice, the team finds ways to bond off the field. Meanwhile, some players have one last chance to make an impression.

5. Episode 5

Aired: 9/7/2021

Stress levels reach an all-time high as the players prepare for roster cuts.