The Cowboys have already spent the offseason reshaping parts of the roster, but they may not be finished yet. With training camp in Oxnard, California set to begin in about a week, Dallas still has room to keep hunting for help - whether that comes through a trade, a roster cut, or a veteran free agent sitting on the market.
That opens the door to a handful of names who could make sense if the Cowboys want to keep adding competition and depth before camp starts.
One of the most obvious possibilities is OLB Von Miller. His name has already been tied to Dallas, and he recently said he’d like to play for the Cowboys.
At this point in his career, he’s probably no longer an every-down starter, but he still showed last season with the Commanders that he can impact a game in a smaller role. Playing just 37% of the defensive snaps, he posted nine QB sacks, six tackles for loss, and 19 pressures.
That kind of production, paired with his value as a mentor, would make him a useful addition.
Another veteran who fits the “still productive” label is LB Bobby Wagner. The 36-year-old just wrapped up his 14th season with 100+ tackles and started all 17 games in 2025.
He finished with 162 tackles, 4.5 QB sacks, eight tackles for loss, and two interceptions for the Commanders. He’s not the same player he once was, but his consistency would be a real asset for a Dallas linebacker group dealing with concerns about DeMarvion Overshown’s health and shaky depth behind him.
RB Joe Mixon is another name worth watching. He put together back-to-back 1,000-yard rushing seasons with the Bengals and Texans before a mysterious foot injury wiped out his entire 2025 season.
The two-time Pro Bowl back turns 30 on July 24, and when he’s healthy, he remains one of the league’s better all-around runners. For Dallas, the appeal is simple: he would give the team another starting-caliber back to pair with Javonte Williams, something the roster doesn’t currently have.
Add second-year RB Jaydon Blue, and the Cowboys would have a trio that could be rotated throughout the year.
On the offensive line, LT Taylor Decker could be a name to keep in mind. After refusing to take a pay cut, he was granted his release from the Lions and remains available.
Last season, Pro Football Focus ranked him 41st among offensive tackles, and he gave up 33 total QB pressures and two sacks. He may be viewed as average to slightly above average, but with Tyler Guyton and Nate Thomas both carrying consistency and injury questions, Decker could at least push for a starting job.
Then there’s DT Christian Wilkins, who brings more uncertainty but also more upside. He hasn’t played a snap in the NFL since 2024, when a foot injury limited him to five games.
His release from the Raiders also came with locker room controversy, which could complicate how he fits with the culture Brian Schottenheimer is trying to build in Dallas. Still, as a risk-reward option, he has appeal.
The 6’4”, 310-pound 30-year-old could help at the 4i spot in Dallas’ new 3-4 scheme if he gets healthy.
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