Cowboys Plan Big Moves in Free Agency, Defense

0:00On March 2nd, the 2026 NFL Combine has wrapped up in Indianapolis, wrapping up athletic tests and key talks among teams. For the Dallas Cowboys, owner and general manager Jerry Jones signaled big plans ahead, saying the team will push hard and free agency to add immediate. Help especially on defense. With two first round picks, they aim to spend more there, while also dipping into future cap space to boost the current roster. Jones personally called wide receiver George Pickens to inform him of the non-exclusive franchise tag, locking him in for now at around 27. Million dollars for the season. Pickens can shop around, but Dallas can match offers or get picks in return. Kicker Brandon Aubrey is also a free agent priority, with a strong offer on the table to make him the league's top paid at his position. The salary cap jumps to $301,200,000 next year, giving teams more room. Cowboys leaders plan restructures for quarterback Dak Prescott, wide receiver CD Lamb, and defensive linemen like Quentin Williams, Kinney Clark.

1:06And Osa Odihizua to free up cash without losing talent. Extensions could follow for some of those defensive stars. Outside linebacker Donovan Azera-Waku had hip surgery and might misspring workouts, but should return for training camp. New defensive coordinator Christian Parker focuses on defining the unit style first, while scouting best available players over scheme fits. Coach has highlighted second year leaps from Azera-Waku, Shivan Reville, and Jaden Blue. As the Cowboys blend their new defensive staff, expect more moves to reshape the defense and chase playoff success, keeping the momentum rolling into draft season, draft season, keeping the momentum rolling into draft season.