3 major defensive snap battles on Cowboys' summer horizon
The battles for snaps in the fall begin now and will carry into the summer. Here are the most likely contentious situations.
Dallas Cowboys executive Stephen Jones always says player acquisition is a 24/7, 365 edict, but with the draft over, Dallas has the bones of its depth chart filled out. Now it’s about who can earn their spot in the rotation and who won’t make the roster. Dallas did a good job of raising the floor of the roster enough that every top draft pick and free-agent signing isn’t a walk-in starter.
Relying on rookies to be major contributors immediately isn't a good strategy. They often need time to adjust to the game and build their physical and mental strength. Except for No.
11, Caleb Downs , the team will have everyone else battling for playing time. If they develop quickly, their snaps can increase. This leaves the team with legitimate battles for starting roles, which can motivate and bring out the best in everyone competing.
DE Jonathan Bullard vs DE LT Overton The Cowboys didn’t really have a true 5T or 4i defensive end to begin the offseason. Some defensive tackles could play there, but Dallas needed 3-4 defensive end fits. The position isn’t flashy.
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