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Cowboys Land Rashan Gary, Sign Jalen Thompson in Early Defensive Reset

Dallas targeted scheme familiarity to fortify the front without exhausting premium draft capital.

Overview

  • The Cowboys acquired EDGE Rashan Gary from the Packers for a 2027 fourth-round pick.
  • Safety Jalen Thompson joined Dallas on a three-year, $36 million contract.
  • Gary arrives with ties to defensive coordinator Christian Parker and coaches Derrick Ansley and Brandon Jordan, reinforcing a system he has played in before.
  • Team analysts describe Gary as a versatile piece who can rush off the edge, play as a 3-4 end, and bolster interior depth.
  • Dallas has built a rotational pass-rush group and, per local analysis, is positioned to pursue a complementary speed rusher next.