Cowboys Sign Thompson, Strengthen Safety Position

0:00On March 11th, the Dallas Cowboys made a big move this week by signing safety, Jalen Thompson, to a three-year deal worth of $36 million. The 27-year-old spent all seven of his NFL seasons with the Arizona Cardinals before this reunion with Cowboys' secondary coach, Ryan Smith. Who coached him there? Thompson brings solid stats and versatility to the defense. Last season, he had 95 tackles, 1 sack, and 6 passes defended in 15 games. Over his career spanning 99 games, he's racked up 578 tackles, 37 passes defended, and nine interceptions. He can play both free and strong safety, making him a flexible piece. This signing pairs him nicely with Malik Hooker, giving Dallas a clear starting duo at safety. With Donovan Wilson hitting free agency and others like Marquesa Bell and new Sinie PJ, lock in the mix, the Cowboys now have reliable depth without as much uncertainty. The move shifts their draft plans too. Before this, safety was a pressing need heading into

1:05free agency for Wilson and restricted free agent Wanye Thomas. Now, with picks at 12 and 20, Dallas can target premium spots like edge, corner, or linebacker instead of forcing a safety early. That flexibility lets the Cowboys build stronger across the board, turning a potential weakness into a strength as they gear up for the season.