Cowboys Rebuild Defense, Create $66M Cap Space

0:00On March 1st, the Dallas Cowboys just created $66 million in cap space by restructuring contracts for quarterback Dak Prescott, wide. Receiver CD Lamb, and Guard Tyler Smith. Owner Jerry Jones made it clear they planned to outspend last year's free agency budget to fix their roster. Last season, the team won only seven games and placed third in the NFC East, completely missing the playoffs. While their offense remains one of the league's best at scoring points, the defense ranked among the worst and desperately needs upgrades. Expectations are sky high heading into 2026, especially with new defensive coordinator Christian Parker joining from Philadelphia. Fans helped these moves signal a real push to contend again after a disappointing year. Dallas could target safety help through a trade for Miami's Minca Fitzpatrick, or by signing Philadelphia's Reed Blankenship, who knows Parker's, scheme inside out. On the edge, free agents like Seattle's Boi-e-Mafe, or Cincinnati's Tray Hendrickson, offer proven pressure while a blockbuster trade for Las Vegas's.

1:08Max Crosby might still the show. With this flexibility, the Cowboys look poised to rebuild their defense quickly and climb the standings, making free agency a must-watch this. Offseason.