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Undrafted Rise and Defense's New Face | NFL News

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“Among them is undrafted wide receiver, Camden Brown. He wasn't a big name coming in, but he showed enough potential, racking up over 160 yards and two touchdowns on just six catches.”From the transcript

Camden Brown, an undrafted wideout who exploded for 160+ yards and two TDs on just six catches, earned his spot on the Cowboys’ 53-man roster — now he must prove he’s more than a special teams specialist in a stacked receiver corps. Jonathan Mingo, a higher draft pick with ups and downs, hung onto his job thanks to a big preseason TD and consistent practice work — his chance to shine hinges on turning flashes into consistency. Meanwhile, Tyrus Wheat secured his place on defense with solid preseason stats and special teams reliability, even if his role won’t be flashy — versatility and dependability make him a key bench player. The Cowboys are clearly prioritizing production, whether it’s from surprise rookies or players trying to match their draft pedigree — now it’s about how they perform when the lights turn on.

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NFL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! — Undrafted Rise and Defense's New Face | NFL News. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.

It's September 6th, NFL News today starts now, AI powered and always on. The Dallas Cowboys have finalized their initial roster for the upcoming season, and a few players really stood out during training camp and the preseason. Among them is undrafted wide receiver, Camden Brown. He wasn't a big name coming in, but he showed enough potential, racking up over 160 yards and two touchdowns on just six catches. Two, earn a spot on the 53 man roster. Now, he'll need to find a way to contribute beyond just special teams in a deep receiver room. Another receiver who made the cut is Jonathan Mingo. He was a higher draft pick for the Cowboys, so there were expectations. While his time in Dallas hasn't been perfect, his preseason performance, including a long touchdown and his work in practice, convinced the team to keep him. He's got a chance to carve out a role, especially if he can turn those flashes of talent into consistent production. Then there's Tyrus Wheat, who secured a spot on the defensive side.

The Cowboys revamped their defense and Wheat made his presence felt. He put up saw the numbers in the preseason with tackles and sacks, and he's also proven himself as a reliable player on special teams. With a crowded defensive line, Wheat isn't expected to have a huge role on defense right away, but his versatility and special team's ability make him a valuable asset. He's someone the team can count on when needed, and his contributions on special teams will be key. These roster decisions show the team is looking for talent and production, whether it comes from a surprise undrafted free agent or a player trying to. Live up to his draft status. The focus now shifts to how these players will integrate into their respective units and contribute to the team's success throughout the season.

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