Carl Lawson as a veteran presence on the defensive line was a great pickup for the Dallas Cowboys. Adding him as a depth piece would be a smart move that the Cowboys should consider for next season.
Amani Oruwariye didn't see a ton of action last season but as a cheap backup option at the cornerback spot, he would be a brilliant pickup to build Dallas' defensive depth.
Off the edge, Tyrus Wheat is effective both against the pass and the rush, and he would be another name to consider for Dallas as they look to rebuild their defensive identity with elite depth.
As a cornerback, Israel Mukumau can be effective on occasional snaps. But his true value comes as a safety where he can effectively cover the secondary consistently.
A great rotational player who really stepped up last season as the Cowboys were ravaged with injuries, he can be a brilliant addition on the low as a reliable name on the defensive end.
A consistent name wherever he goes, Trent Sieg should be a name Dallas can get back without a hefty price tag and bringing him back with Aubrey Edwards is a simple smart decision.
Their defensive centerpiece last season, Eric Kendricks handled the mic for the entirety of the 2024 campaign and he will be amongst the first order of priority players that the Cowboys look to bring back.
A stalwart on the defensive end, Jourdan Lewis has been a model of consistency. He brings true tenacity to the squad and his leadership is irreplacable, especially for a team working under a new head coach.
After struggling with their ground game for essentially the entire season, the Dallas Cowboys found their man in Rico Dowdle, who finished the season with over 1,000 yards despite having the focus of the defense. A return for Dak should ease up lanes for him and could lead to an even better season from him.
