Dallas Cowboys 53-Man Projection Final

 

The Dallas Cowboys are almost there. The preseason is finished, the evaluation period is essentially over, and now the hardest part begins: deciding which players actually get to stay.

My Dallas Cowboys 53-man roster projection has several difficult decisions, particularly along the offensive line, at wide receiver, linebacker and in the secondary. The Cowboys also have 16 players projected for the practice squad, giving them plenty of young talent to develop once the initial roster is set.

The graphic above represents my current projection heading into cutdown day (not in any particular order). It isn't the official roster, and that's an important distinction. NFL teams have until 5 p.m. CT Sunday, August 30 to reach 53 players.

 

Koi Perich NFL Draft Profile: Why the Oregon Safety Is a First-Round Lock

From Esko high school legend to Big Ten standout and now the anchor of the Oregon Ducks secondary, this playmaker is rewriting the modern defensive back mold.

When you look at the landscape of modern college defensive backs, very few players possess the natural, unteachable instincts to flip a football game on its head in a single snap. Enter Koi Perich. After taking the Big Ten by storm at Minnesota as a true freshman All-American and backing it up with an 82-tackle sophomore campaign, Perich packed his bags for Eugene, Oregon. Top NFL Draft analysts from Dane Brugler to Daniel Jeremiah view him as a bonafide first-round talent heading into the 2027 NFL Draft.

The Physical Foundation and Athletic Profile

Let’s establish the foundation. Measuring in at 6-foot-1, 200 pounds, Perich brings ideal size for the modern safety. Turning just 20 years old this September, his athletic profile jumped off the page long before he arrived in college. Back in Esko, Minnesota, Perich was an...(MORE)

Von Miller to the Dallas Cowboys: ‘A Dream Within a Dream’

 

The future Hall of Famer opens up about homecoming, leadership, and chasing a third Super Bowl ring in Big D.

Do you remember when DeMarcus Ware hoisted the Lombardi Trophy in Super Bowl 50? For football fans in North Texas, seeing a local legend reach the pinnacle of the sport was unforgettable. Now, history has a strange way of repeating itself.

When future Hall of Fame pass rusher Von Miller officially signed with his hometown team, it felt like a full-circle moment years in the making. Raised in DeSoto, Texas, Miller grew up watching the Silver and Blue. Now, after 11 seasons in Denver, a championship run with the Rams, and stops in Buffalo and Washington, Miller is finally wearing the Star.

“It’s like that movie Inception — a dream within a dream,” Miller said during his introductory press conference. “I always wanted to play in the National Football League, and then you play for the Dallas Cowboys.”

Here is how the veteran pass rusher plans to transform the Dallas defense, elevate his teammates, and...(MORE)

3 Critical Roster Upgrades the Dallas Cowboys Must Make Now

 

The dog days of training camp are exposing major depth issues that Dallas cannot afford to ignore before Week 1.

The Dallas Cowboys find themselves at a familiar crossroad in the heat of training camp. Fresh off joint practices with the Los Angeles Rams, the initial excitement of camp is wearing off, and the reality of the roster is setting in. While a few rising stars are making their mark, several critical position groups are beginning to falter.

With recent cap-clearing moves opening up financial flexibility, the front office has no excuse to stand pat. If Dallas is serious about contending this season, there are three glaring roster holes they must address immediately through trades or free agency — starting right at the line of scrimmage.

1. Potential Offensive Tackle Crisis: Terence Steele and Health Concerns

The primary concern coming out of the Rams scrimmage work is...(MORE)

Open Letter: It Is Time for Darren Woodson to Enter Canton

 

Why the four-time All-Pro safety and three-time Super Bowl champion belongs in the Class of 2027.

To the Members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Selection Committee:

Before you review the ballot for the Class of 2027, strip away the helmet star and the 1990s nostalgia. Forget that Darren Woodson shared a field with Troy Aikman, Emmitt Smith, and Michael Irvin. Evaluate the individual career, the staggering production, the championship impact, and the positional versatility.

Then ask yourself one simple question: What exactly is missing from Darren Woodson’s Hall of Fame résumé?

After 12 NFL seasons, 178 regular-season games, four First-Team All-Pro selections, and three Super Bowl titles, Woodson left behind a body of work that is virtually impossible to dismiss. The Hall has already acknowledged his legitimacy by naming him a finalist four consecutive times from...(MORE)

Dallas Cowboys Blue-White Practice: 7 Big Takeaways From Training Camp

Training camp energy reached a peak as the Dallas Cowboys held their annual Blue-White practice in Oxnard. While technically labeled a practice rather than a full scrimmage due to upcoming joint sessions with the New Orleans Saints, the competitive intensity on the field told a different story.

Coaches were active, position battles intensified, and several roster spots began to crystallize. From defensive coordinator Christian Parker’s hands-on approach to dynamic developments in the backfield, there was no shortage of action to break down.

Here is a closer look at the seven biggest takeaways from the Cowboys’ Blue-White practice as the preseason approaches.

1. Hands-On Coaching: Christian Parker and Shavon Revel

One of the most notable scenes on the practice field involved new defensive coordinator Christian Parker taking direct,...(MORE) 

Opening the Vault: Why a Quinnen Williams Extension Is Dallas’s Only Trade Lifeline

With just $5.5 million in cap space, restructuring Quinnen Williams’ deal is the key to unlocking Dallas’s late-summer roster moves.

When agent Nicole Lynn showed up on the sidelines at the Dallas Cowboys’ Blue-White scrimmage in Oxnard, it immediately raised eyebrows. High-profile agents rarely travel across the country just to catch a breath of California sea breeze or take in a casual August practice. The front office stays put during training camp, which means when a power agent comes to town, real business is being discussed.

Right now, the Cowboys are suffocating under a tight salary cap with roughly $5.5 million in available space. That barely covers operating costs during the regular season, let alone financing a major trade for a mid-tier starter or a high-profile target like Maxx Crosby. If Dallas wants to upgrade this roster before Week 1, they need a... (MORE)

Podcast Episode: An Early Look, 2027 NFL Mock Draft, NFL Training Camp Edition

 

Will Jerry Jones Sell a Stake in the Dallas Cowboys?

 

The truth about minority ownership rumors, Mark Cuban, and a potential $2 billion deal.

Rumors are swirling around the future of Dallas Cowboys minority ownership, with reports floating the possibility of a 15% stake hit the market. While high-profile names like Mark Cuban have been pulled into the conversation, separating internet speculation from actual NFL business strategy requires taking a closer look at what is truly happening at The Star in Frisco.

Here is what we actually know, why these rumors started, and how a potential minority investment would actually impact the NFL’s most valuable franchise...((MORE)

Dylan Stewart NFL Draft Profile: Is He EDGE1?

 

Elite traits and rare bend make South Carolina’s pass rusher a blue-chip talent — if his health holds up.

If an NFL general manager were to construct a modern pass-rusher in a lab, the finished product would look identical to South Carolina edge rusher Dylan Stewart. Standing 6-foot-5 and weighing 250 pounds, Stewart possesses the rare combination of length, lean muscle, and natural flexibility required to terrorize quarterbacks on a weekly basis.

He enters the conversation as a potential top-five selection and a frontrunner for the top defensive end in his class. Dylan Stewart’s NFL Draft profile features elite physical tools, a 15% pass-rush pressure rate, and a rare ability to bend around the edge. However, a lingering health narrative from his recent season could decide whether he locks up the EDGE1 spot or slips down draft boards.

Here is a complete breakdown of Stewart’s game film, production, NFL comparisons, and the critical health question surrounding his projection.

The Tape & Production: Elite Pressure Metrics

Stewart’s freshman campaign was no fluke, and...(MORE)