Team
Dallas Cowboys
Stadium
AT&T Stadium
Super Bowl Titles
5
Founded
1960
Arlington is a current NFL city, home to the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. “America's Team” has played in Arlington, not Dallas, since 2009 — AT&T Stadium is one of the largest domed stadiums in the world, with a capacity that can exceed 100,000 for major events.
Bottom line: “America's Team” has played in Arlington, not Dallas, since 2009 — AT&T Stadium is one of the largest domed stadiums in the world, with a capacity that can exceed 100,000 for major events.
How Arlington fits into the NFL's map
| City type | What it means for fans |
|---|---|
| Current NFL city | A home team plays there right now — tickets, tailgates, the full Sunday experience |
| No team, tied to a nearby metro | Fully part of a team's fan base and market, just not the literal host city |
| Former NFL city | Had a team that relocated — often with real, traceable history and a franchise playing elsewhere today |
| No current tie | Nearest NFL football is a regional trip, not a local one — college football often fills the gap instead |
Visiting Arlington for football
- NFL tickets swing hard on opponent and time slot — a Monday or Thursday night marquee game costs far more than an early-season Sunday against a weak opponent.
- Tailgating culture varies a lot by stadium — some lots open hours before kickoff, others have tight restrictions, so check the team's own gameday policy before planning around it.
- Team, stadium and relocation facts here reflect current reporting as of 2026 — stadium situations in particular are moving fast across the league, so it's worth a quick check closer to your travel dates.
FAQs — Arlington and the NFL
Does Arlington have an NFL team?
Yes — Arlington is home to the Dallas Cowboys, who play at AT&T Stadium.
Is Arlington a good city to watch an NFL game?
Yes. “America's Team” has played in Arlington, not Dallas, since 2009 — AT&T Stadium is one of the largest domed stadiums in the world, with a capacity that can exceed 100,000 for major events.
How many Super Bowl titles does Arlington have?
The Dallas Cowboys have won 5 Super Bowl titles in franchise history.
What is Arlington best known for in NFL terms?
“America's Team” has played in Arlington, not Dallas, since 2009 — AT&T Stadium is one of the largest domed stadiums in the world, with a capacity that can exceed 100,000 for major events.