Ezeiruaku's Surgery: Cowboys' Pass Rush Uncertainty Grows

0:00On March 2nd, Dallas Cowboys' edge-rusher Donovan Ezei Rwaku will miss the start of the team's 2026 off-season program after. Undergoing hip-lavering surgery five weeks ago, the second round rookie played all 17 games last season, but now expects to sit out organized team activities and mini-camp. Officials say he should be fully recovered by training camp. His absence comes at a tough time with new defensive coordinator Christian Parker installing a 3-4 base scheme. As they're a Waku, handled 55% of defensive snaps as a rookie, notching 2-sacks in 26 quarterback pressures while emerging as a top. Outside linebacker, the setback means he'll miss key installation sessions heading into year 2, potentially slowing his adjustment, meanwhile the Cowboys face uncertainty. At pass rush, with Jadevian Clowney, Dante Fowler, and Sam Williams all nearing free agency. Dallas remains over the salary cap, but plans restructures to create room.

1:00Owner Jerry Jones hinted at aggressive free agency moves, and adding edge-rushers could be a priority to bolster the defense. As they were Waku's rookie deal runs through 2028, so his rehab progress this summer will be crucial to watch as the Cowboys reshape their front.