As any Dallas Cowboys fan would know, one of the most significant areas of improvement the team needs to address is run defense, especially interior run defense. It cannot be Jonathan Hankins or bust in 2023, so I started digging into prospects that might be flying under the … Read more
Written by: Pat Schuster
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There is no argument. The defensive side of the ball was the best unit for the Dallas Cowboys in 2022. Retaining Dan Quinn was the best thing that could have happened for this unit and for the team overall. That being said, there are some holes that will … Read more
Written by: Richard Paolinelli
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The Dallas Cowboys added to their defensive line depth Tuesday afternoon by trading for Raiders DT Johnathan Hankins. According to sources, the Cowboys acquired Hankins and a 2024 seventh-round pick from the Raiders in exchange for their 2023 sixth-round pick. The former second-round pick brings run-stopping ability to … Read more
Written by: Shane Taylor
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As we sit a couple of hours until the Dallas Cowboys (4-2) take on the Detroit Lions (1-4) in week seven, I wanted to shift the conversation away from the game and discuss something else. The Cowboys’ personnel. Although the team is off to a great start and … Read more
Written by: Rocky Garza Jr
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The Dallas Cowboys’ fifth pick in the 2022 NFL draft was taken by the Washington Commanders the other day. After getting waived by the Cowboys before the Bengals game, Defensive tackle John Ridgeway was picked up by the Commanders. The #Commanders have claimed former #Cowboys DT John Ridgeway, … Read more
Written by: Tony Stahl
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While we’ve yet to see anyone in a real game this season, there are early signs from training camp, preseason, and other sources of whose stock is rising on the Dallas Cowboys roster. One player that has quietly but clearly ascended is Defensive Tackle Quinton Bohanna, who may … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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The Cowboys will finish off their run of four straight NFC North opponents when they face the Minnesota Vikings in Week 11. It’s the fourth consecutive season Dallas will play Minnesota. Last season, the Cowboys defeated the Vikings in Minneapolis 20-16 behind two touchdowns from backup quarterback Cooper … Read more
Written by: Nick Coppola
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Entering his fourth season now with the Dallas Cowboys, Defensive Tackle Trysten Hill isn’t exactly a hot name among the young prospects. In fact, many doubt that he’ll even make the 2022 roster. But given some mitigating factors over the last three years, could some now be dismissing … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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The Cowboys have been investing considerable assets to build up the middle of the defensive line over the last few years. As our 2022 position preview series continues, we’ll look at the defensive tackles and see how optimistic we should be about their growth and development. Starting in … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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As the offseason ages, a few Cowboys will be fighting to keep their starting positions. This may be because there’s an exciting rookie behind them, lots of talent at their position, or someone emerged last season. Whatever the case, those key battles will be won or lost this … Read more
Written by: Nick Coppola
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Quick, name the last impact player that the Cowboys got from the 5th Round of the NFL Draft. Did you think of one? How far back did you have to go? No matter your answer, I’m sure it illustrates the reality that Dallas hasn’t had a win from … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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The Cowboys selected Arkansas Defensive Tackle John Ridgeway with one of their 5th-round picks, 178th overall, in the 2022 NFL Draft. Ridgeway potentially brings much-needed size to the middle of the Cowboys’ defensive line. Recently coach Mike McCarthy said he is “the anchor” and is a little more … Read more
Written by: Shane Taylor
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NFL coaches love to tell you that competition happens at every spot on the roster every day. But we all know that some players’ job security is better than others, and today we’re going to look at five Dallas Cowboys who face major fights to remain with the … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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Defensive tackle will be a hotly contested position for Dallas as we get closer to training camp. While being one of the weaker groups on the team, there will be several guys fighting for many roster spots. Here’s a breakdown of who’s certain to make the team, others … Read more
Written by: Nick Coppola
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The price of beef may be going up nationwide but it should be going down on the NFL’s free agent market. Several notable defensive tackles remain unsigned and a few of them are veteran run stuffers who might be able to make an immediate contribution for the Dallas … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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Several players will be fighting for roster spots and starting positions for the Cowboys this summer. Those battles will only intensify with voluntary offseason workouts underway and training camp drawing near. Tough decisions will be made as Dallas looks to repeat as NFC East champions. Some battles may … Read more
Written by: Nick Coppola
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The Dallas Cowboys have selected Arkansas Defensive Tackle John Ridgeway with one of their 5th-round picks, 178th overall, in the 2022 NFL Draft. Billed at 6’5″ and over 320 lbs., Ridgeway potentially brings much-needed size to the middle of Dallas’ defensive line. He will likely compete with Quinton … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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The Dallas Cowboys have nine selections in the 2022 NFL Draft, including four in the fifth round. After losing wide receiver Amari Cooper, guard Connor Williams, and edge rusher Randy Gregory, among others, let’s just say there are many holes on the team. The biggest defensive holes are … Read more
Written by: Nick Coppola
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There are many different ways that the Cowboys could go with their first three picks in the 2022 NFL Draft. Depending on available talent at positions of need, could a run-stuffing defensive tackle be in the mix? If so, UConn’s Travis Jones could be on Dallas’ radar Friday … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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As of now the Dallas Cowboys haven’t added any new talent at defensive tackle. Could veteran Akiem Hicks, still a free agent, provide an upgrade and stabilizing presence in the middle of the line? So far Dallas has re-signed Carlos Watkins and still has the young stable of … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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Among the Cowboys’ many free agents in 2022 are Defensive Tackles Brent Urban and Carlos Watkins. After playing on just one-year contracts last season, how likely is it that one or both of these veterans will return to Dallas on new deals? With significant uncertainty at the DT … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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