Despite only have five sacks in 2019, Dallas Cowboys defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence is still getting a lot of preseason recognition as one of the best pass rushers in the NFL. Fourth-round cornerback Reggie Robinson became the third Cowboys rookie to agree to contract terms, but he still has to put ink to paper after he passes the new league in-person intake process.
With Byron Jones now in Miami, the position battle at cornerback has become one of the more intriguing competitions as training camp approaches. The Cowboys have a plethora of newcomers who are expected to contribute early, but who will have the most impact? Cowboys MVP candidates, the player profiles of Leighton Vander Esch, Luke Gifford, and Mitch Hyatt and more are covered in the news and notes.
NFLPA tells players there’ll be no preseason, training camp rosters reduced to 80 players :: CBS Sports
The NFLPA confirmed to the players on a phone call Tuesday evening that there will be no preseason games and roster for training camp will be set at 80.
Vander Esch went from maligned to All-Pro to maligned again :: Cowboys Wire
Leighton Vander Esch was received with mixed emotions by the Cowboys fan base in 2018, only to become an All-Pro as a rookie. Now, he looks to recover from his neck issue that plagued his 2019 campaign and return to dominance.
Mitch Hyatt will need to play to his strengths, experience to earn role with Cowboys :: Cowboys Wire
After not seeing any game action in his rookie season, Mitch Hyatt looks to earn his spot on the Cowboys roster through his experience playing high-level collegiate ball at Clemson.
In year 2 of 3-year plan, LB Luke Gifford will gain value for Cowboys :: Cowboys Wire
Luke Gifford made a splash during the preseason in 2019, only to have his season ended with a broken left arm. Now, he looks to show his value and which will provide more strength to an already deep LB room.
Several Cowboys show up as prospective MVP candidates, with Dak Prescott tabbed as the likeliest :: Blogging The Boys
Dak Prescott and Ezekiel Elliott lead the way as potential MVP candidates on the Cowboys for 2020.
Dallas Cowboys: The most impactful newcomer in 2020 :: The Landry Hat
Form Aldon Smith to Trevon Diggs who will be the Cowboy’s most impactful newcomer?
NFL likely to allow helmet decals honoring victims of police brutality :: Cowboys Wire
In another attempt to listen to the demands of the players the NFL is likely to allow helmet decals honoring victims of police brutality and systematic racism.
Reggie Robinson II becomes third Cowboys rookie to agree to terms :: Cowboys Wire
Fourth-round cornerback Reggie Robinson II agrees to terms on his rookie deal, but he still has yet to take his physical or Covid-19 test, so he hasn’t officially signed yet.
DeMarcus Lawrence is another Cowboy getting preseason recognition :: Blogging The Boys
I’m addition to Dak Prescott, Ezekiel Elliott, and Amari Cooper the Cowboys top pass rusher DeMarcus Lawrence is getting preseason praise as well.
NFL training camp 2020: Most important position battles for each NFC East team, including Cowboys DBs :: CBS Sports
Patrik Walker of CBS Sports breaks down how with Byron Jones no longer on the roster the battles at cornerback in training camp are crucial.
Ranking the 7 draft picks and 15 UDFAs
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