Cowboys Tender Steward, Secure Nickel Role

0:00On March 4th, the Dallas Cowboys made a smart move by tendering cornerback ready steward to a one-year deal at the league minimum. This keeps the 25-year-old exclusive rights free agent from hitting the market. It's one of the few bright spots they got from Matt Eberfluss' short Stin, as defensive coordinator in 2025. Steward joined the team late last season after reuniting with Eberfluss, who had signed him as an undrafted free agent with the Bears the year before. He quickly earned playing time, logging a 47% snap count, the second highest among cornerbacks. He even started five games, showing solid potential. Fans and analysts see this as a low risk win for Dallas. At minimum salary, Steward provides depth without breaking the bank, especially after the defense struggled under Eberfluss. It's a way to hold on to talent without much commitment. Now with new defensive coordinator Christian Parker calling the shots, Steward could compete for the Nickel roll. Parker has emphasized that position and Steward flashed some tackling physicality and coverage skills last year. Dallas might still

1:03chase upgrades in free agency or the draft, but this gives them a reliable backup. Overall, it's a savvy step that turns a brief positive into longer term value, keeping options open as the Cowboys rebuild their secondary. The Cowboys rebuild their secondary. The Cowboys rebuild their secondary. The Cowboys rebuild their secondary. The Cowboys rebuild their secondary.