Cowboys Boost Defense with Key Acquisitions

0:00It's March 23rd. Welcome to NFL News Today, powered by AI and ready for kickoff. The Dallas Cowboys are focusing on fixing their leaky defense after a lopsided season where their offense ranked near the top, but the unit allowed the most points in the league. They finished dead last and scoring defense at 30.1 points per game and struggled with efficiency metrics across the board. They made smart moves to build depth. Playing for edge rusher Rashan Garry from Green Bay and signing safety Jalen Thompson in free agency, along with cornerback Kobe Durand, safety PJ Locke and nose tackle Otito Agbania for solid support. Trade stole the show, like grabbing wide receiver George Pickens from Pittsburgh for just the 2026 third round pick called an A-plus deal. That bolsters their receiving core without hurting the future. Late season, they also landed defensive tackle Quentin Williams from the Jets for a mix of picks and the player, earning high marks for immediate impact on the line.

1:01Experts point a linebacker as a keyhole, suggesting veteran Shaq Thompson as a quick fix after his strong sting with Buffalo where he notched. 56 tackles and shown in the playoffs following injury plagued years in Carolina. Looking ahead, with two first round picks, the Cowboys could target prospects like Ohio State linebacker Sonny Stiles, a six foot five athlete with elite speed and combine records to lock down the middle for years.