Cowboys Waive Perrion Winfrey, Seek Defensive Line Depth

0:00On March 5th, the Dallas Cowboys made a roster move this week by waving defensive tackle Perry and Winfrey on Thursday. The 25-year-old joined the team in June of 2025 after playing in the U.F.L., but injuries kept him off the field for most of the season. Earlier in his career, Winfrey showed promise when the Cleveland Browns drafted him in the fourth round of the 2022 NFL Draft. He played 13 games as a rookie with 22 tackles and half sack, but off-field problems led to his release the next summer. He then appeared in just one game with the New York Jets in 2023 before getting cut again. In Dallas, a back injury sideline Winfrey, for nearly the entire 2025 season, limiting him to one game where he made two tackles. The Cowboys had hoped for a fresh start, but his history and health issues made it tough to keep him around. This waiver clears a spot on the roster with little financial hit, letting Dallas hunt for defensive line-depth ahead of free agency and the 20-26 draft.

1:00For Winfrey, it's another hurdle, but his athletic tools could still land him a practice squad chance if he proves he's healthy and focused. As the Cowboys gear up for a strong 20-26 run, moves like this helped him prioritize reliable players ready to contribute right away.