The Dallas Cowboys may think they’ve finished the heavy lifting on the pass rush after bringing in Von Miller, but Jerry Jones is still leaving the door open for one more swing.
Jones called out the possibility of a “substantive” move, and the Athletic noted that off-ball linebacker and cornerback remain areas the team could still address.
“Yes, if we had an opportunity, I would be (interested),” Jones said. “It’s as much about what I think of where we are, which I’m more positive than when we started camp, seriously, about what our chances are. And so I think if we saw an opportunity to take a little of the future and put it on this team, I’d do it if it would help us.”
On paper, the Cowboys have already loaded up around the linebacker spot. The outside linebacker group includes Miller, Rashan Gary, Donovan Ezeiruaku, Malachi Lawrence and James Houston, while the defensive tackle room features Quinnen Williams, Kenny Clark and Otito Ogbonnia.
The question is whether the off-ball linebacker group needs another addition or just better health. DeMarvion Overshown has the kind of upside that could make him a top-five linebacker if he can stay on the field, but he has appeared in only 19 games over the last three seasons.
Dee Winters, Jaishawn Barham, Shemar James and Justin Barron are all in the mix as part of what could still be a strong unit. Barham, though, is dealing with a groin injury right now.
Cornerback brings its own uncertainty. DaRon Bland and Shavon Revel both come with injury concerns, even though Cobie Durant looks solid.
For his part, Brian Schottenheimer sounds comfortable with the roster as it stands.
“I love our roster,” Schottenheimer said. “I think we’re a talented roster.
We’re way different on paper this year than we were last year. But we’re not done.
We’re not done developing our players. (And) we’re not done getting the young guys ready to go.
We’re not done potentially adding pieces.”
That leaves the Cowboys with room to keep shopping. Another trade before the season gets too far along still feels very much on the table.
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