The Dallas Cowboys have made significant moves leading into the upcoming NFL season, finally solidifying their roster with the new contract for standout receiver CeeDee Lamb and adding key players to strengthen both offense and defense. Lamb ended his holdout, signing a four-year, $136 million deal, making him the NFL’s second-highest-paid non-quarterback. He’s entering his fifth season as one of the league’s top receivers and is expected to further thrive under head coach Mike McCarthy’s system, bringing increased confidence to the Cowboys’ offense.
On the offensive front, Dallas has not only locked in Lamb but also added veteran running back Dalvin Cook to the roster. Cook’s experience is anticipated to elevate the Cowboys’ running back rotation, which previously leaned on Rico Dowdle, Ezekiel Elliott, and Deuce Vaughn. Although Cook may not be a leading rusher, his presence provides depth and versatility, allowing the Cowboys to keep fresh legs on the field—an approach that could boost offensive consistency.
Dallas’s receiving core also looks formidable with the addition of Brandon Cooks, who enters his second year in McCarthy’s system, and Jalen Tolbert as a promising WR3. Quarterback Dak Prescott, despite mixed public opinion, has consistently led a top-tier offense, and his connection with these receivers is expected to elevate the team’s passing game. Tight end Jake Ferguson is another promising asset, showing athleticism and reliability as a receiving threat.
Concerns about the offensive line’s ability to protect Prescott are starting to fade following impressive preseason performances. Young linemen like Tyler Smith and rookies Tyler Guyon and Cooper Beebe are shaping up as strong contributors, adding stability and bolstering an already strong core featuring established players like Zach Martin. If the line can hold, Dallas should have a well-rounded, dynamic offense.
Defensively, the Cowboys have reinforced their front line by signing Linval Joseph and trading for Jordan Phillips, adding much-needed experience to their interior defense. With a front seven anchored by defensive stars like Micah Parsons and Demarcus Lawrence and bolstered by Eric Kendricks and others, the Cowboys look ready to contend with the best. The return of cornerback Trayvon Diggs from injury strengthens the secondary, although cornerback Donavan Bland will miss the first half of the season, leaving room for rookie Kin Carson to step up.
Overall, with strategic roster improvements and solid preseason showings, the Cowboys appear primed to be a strong contender.
