Cowboys Shake Up Defense in Free Agency

0:00It's March 26th. This is NFL News Today Football coverage, powered by AI. The Dallas Cowboys have made several roster moves in the early days of free agency, shaking up a defense that ranked dead last in the league last year. They traded for Green Bay edge-resher Rashan Gary, restructuring his deal to $15 million a year over the next two seasons with just a $6 million cap hit. They also signed safety Jalen Thompson from Arizona, and PJ Locke from Denver, plus added defensive linemen, Otito, Ogbania from the Chargers. Meanwhile, the team resigned running back to Vante Williams and edge-player Sam Williams on team friendly deals and brought back Tyra Smith after a stent in Detroit. On the flip side, they traded defensive linemen Osa Odegizua to San Francisco for a third-round pick and Solomon Thomas to Tennessee for a late pick. Clearing cap space. Fans and analysts see these as steps forward, but not game changers, especially after the

1:02Cowboys' defensive woes. Additions like Gary and Thompson could boost the secondary and pass rush, yet many wonder if it's enough to compete in a tough division without bigger. Splashes Several key players remain in limbo, including edge-resher Jadavion Clowney and safety Donovan Wilson, while the team holds contractual rights on wide. Over George Pickens via franchise tag and tenders for kicker Brandon Aubrey and others. With picks 12 and 20 in the draft looming, the Cowboys now eye defensive starters to build momentum, setting the stage for a clearer picture. Once more shoes drop.