Cowboys' Under-the-Radar Pass Rush Strategy

0:00On March 5th, the Dallas Cowboys are hunting for pass rush help this off-season, and while superstar names like Max Crosby and Trey Hendrixson top. The wish list, two lesser known free agents, could deliver similar impact at a fraction of the cost. Otife O.A. and Boyet Maffe have put up comparable stats to the big names, but come with much lower price tags. Crosby would likely require a trade involving one or two first round picks, plus a whopping $35.5 million a year on a new deal. Hendrixson, hitting free agency without draft capital needed, still projects around 25 million annually. In contrast, O.A. sits at about 19 million per year, while Maffe could land between 8 and 12 million. Fans and analysts see O.A. as a prime fit, thanks to his explosive speed and size at 6 feet 5 inches and 251 pounds. His 4.4 second 40 yard dash highlights elite athleticism, and many believe he has room

1:01to grow into an even bigger threat off the edge. Meanwhile, Maffe stands out for his relentless motor and run defense, making him reliable every snap. Signing him would save the Cowboys 13 to 17 million a year over Hendrixson and over 20 million compared to Crosby, freeing up cash. Four other needs. Grabbing both O.A. and Maffe could match the price of one star, while pairing nicely with young talent like Donovan Azzeruaku to revamp the front. It's a smart, under-the-radar strategy that builds a chaotic defense for the long hall. It's a smart, under-the-radar strategy that builds a chaotic defense for the long hall. It's a smart, under-the-radar strategy that builds a chaotic defense for the long hall. It's a smart, under-the-radar strategy that builds a chaotic defense for the long hall. It's a smart, under-the-radar strategy that builds a chaotic defense for the long hall. It's a smart, under-the-radar strategy that builds a chaotic defense for the long hall. It's a smart, under-the-radar strategy that builds a chaotic defense for the long hall.