Jerry Jones had previously promised to be active in the 2024 season, but so far, the Dallas Cowboys have essentially not participated in the beginning of NFL free agency.all-inSure, the Cowboys filled a need by signing veteran linebacker Eric Kendricks, who is seen as a leader to help teammates learn new defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer’s scheme. Dallas Cowboys have essentially sat out the start of NFL free agency.
Sure, the Cowboys filled a need by signing veteran linebacker Eric Kendricks a kind of a coach-on-the-field to help teammates as get up to speed in new defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer’s scheme. However, Dallas missed out on even the most affordable of veteran free agent running backs and lost a key piece along the offensive line in front of quarterback Dak Prescott.Navigating one of the worst salary cap situations in the NFL was an obvious obstacle for the Cowboys, but it’s hard to believe Dallas has achieved much since the new league year began on March 13. Even after five days into NFL free agency officially being underway, CBS Sports gives the Cowboys a “D” for their performance so far. The Dallas Cowboys were the only team in the entire NFL not to sign anybody on Monday, yet they finally joined the action on Tuesday by re-signing long snapper Trent Sieg. This contrasts with owner and general manager Jerry Jones’ promises at the end of the 2023 season.
In order for the Cowboys to have the cap space to be active in free agency, they needed to do contract extensions with 2023 Second-Team All-Pro quarterback Dak Prescott and 2023 First-Team All-Pro wide receiver CeeDee Lamb in order to spread their cap hits across future seasons. Jerry Jones This lack of activity indicates the Cowboys front office doesn’t mind not being able to make many moves at the start of free agency. better This relaxed attitude only hurts the team and prevents them from re-signing eight-time Pro Bowl left tackle Tyron Smith, five-time Pro Bowl cornerback Stephon Gilmore and a running back to replace Pollard among other critical transactions.
Smith ultimately agreed to terms with the New York Jets, creating uncertainty for the Cowboys at one of the most vital positions on the roster.
The salary cap has greatly impacted the Cowboys’ ability to make moves in free agency. There is no team in the NFL with less spending flexibility than Jones and the Cowboys.Following free agency’s first week, the Cowboys have a league-low $4.06 million in cap space.
Restructuring Prescott’s contract could free up cap space for the remainder of this offseason, but the Cowboys’ lack of urgency to reach some sort of resolution with the franchise quarterback to free up the ability to compete with some of the top free agents available to date has been striking.
Following Tyron Smith’s departure, the Cowboys’ left tackle job seems earmarked for Tyler Smith.
After making the move to the swamps of Jersey, and the offensive line tasked with keeping Aaron Rodgers upright, Smith couldn’t hide his excitement. with the “I think it’s going to be great,”Smith said to Josina Anderson of CBS Sports
. “Since I'm with Dallas, he's beaten us twice in the playoffs—so I understand his capabilities. Honestly, I'm just looking forward to the opportunity.”
Now, the responsibility of protecting Prescott rests on Tyler Smith, who, as stated by
Pro Football Focus
, allowed only one sack in 942 snaps last season.
The Dallas Cowboys are facing criticism for their approach to the early stages of NFL free agency.
Following Tyron Smith’s departure, the Cowboys’ left tackle job seems earmarked for Tyler Smith.
After making the move to the swamps of Jersey, and the offensive line tasked with keeping Aaron Rodgers upright, Smith couldn’t hide his excitement.
