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Cowboys’ Offseason Moves & Defense Outlook | Dallas Cowboys News

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The Cowboys enter 2026 with big questions on offense, especially at the line, relying on emerging talent like Tyler Guyton without major signings. They freed up cap space by restructuring Daron Bland and Jake Ferguson’s deals—but misusing it could hurt future flexibility. On defense, the Rams look dominant in the NFC, but Dallas hopes depth, coaching, and young player development can keep pace. Rookie Caleb Downs is already making waves with his game-reading ability and versatility across the field. Meanwhile, Malik Davis drew a fine for an illegal helmet hit—a rare preseason penalty for the team. Fans are optimistic, giving the offseason a solid B or even A grade, now waiting to see if these moves deliver wins when the season starts.

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On September 7th, the Dallas Cowboys are heading into the 2026 season with some big questions, especially on the offensive line. They're banking on guys like Tyler Guyton to step up, and they didn't make a ton of moves to bolster that unit. Meanwhile, they did restructure contracts for Darren Bland and Jake Ferguson to free up some cap space, but if they don't use that money wisely, it. Could cause problems down the road, specifically heading into 2027. On the defensive side, the Rams are looking like a real powerhouse in the NFC. The Cowboys are hoping their depth, coaching, and the development of younger players can help them compete. They've added some solid pieces and focus on players who fit specific roles in their defensive scheme, which is a smart approach to building depth. Rookie defensive back Caleb Downs is already showing a lot of promise. His ability to read the game allows the coaches to trust him in various positions, whether it's up close to the line or playing deep coverage. This kind of versatility is huge for defense, trying to keep up with top offences.

In other news, running back Malik Davis was hit with a fine for an illegal helmet hit during a preseason game against the Cardinals. It's a pretty standard fine for that kind of infraction, but it did stand out as one of the few penalties handed out to the team during the preseason. Overall, the Cowboys' all season moves have been met with some optimism from the fan base. After a tough last season, many fans are giving the team a solid grade, like a B or even a A for their efforts in adding depth and bringing in new talent. Now, it's all about seeing if these moves translate into wins when the season kicks off. Stay locked in with Dallas Cowboys News Today, AI-powered updates. I'm Corey with The Story.

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