The Dallas Cowboys are once again at the center of the NFL rumor mill, with intriguing moves on the horizon. They've already locked in running back Javonte Williams for three more years, and all signs suggest that wide receiver George Pickens will receive the franchise tag.
But the Cowboys aren't stopping there. They're poised to make a splash by making one of their special teams players the highest-paid at his position.
Trading a first-round pick is also on the table, hinting at a potentially transformative offseason for the team.
A key addition to their coaching staff is Christian Parker, who joins as defensive coordinator from the Philadelphia Eagles. This move could pave the way for further acquisitions from their NFC East rivals. The Cowboys are eyeing an upgrade on defense with the potential signing of linebacker Nakobe Dean, who has a solid grasp of Parker's defensive schemes.
Dean, 25, has spent his first four NFL seasons with the Eagles, amassing 226 tackles, 7.5 sacks, three forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, one interception, and defending five passes over 47 games. His familiarity with Parker’s system could make him a seamless fit for Dallas.
The Cowboys' need for defensive reinforcements is clear after releasing Logan Wilson and trading Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers. Adding a player like Dean could be a crucial step in bolstering their defense and reigniting their playoff hopes. If Dallas can pull off a few strategic moves, they could be back in serious contention.