FRISCO, TEXAS — The Dallas Cowboys already have eight selections in the 2024 NFL Draft, but roster construction continues as they head to the competitive undrafted free agent market to acquire top talent whose names weren't called. is not finished yet.
The 2023 undraft market was friendly to the Cowboys. Oregon guard TJ Bass was arguably the most impactful rookie last season, as Hunter Luepke was a huge presence in the backfield with run blocking, pass protection and short yardage running.
In the past few years, the Cowboys have cashed in by acquiring Hall of Famers Drew Pearson and Cliff Harris, as well as Tony Romo. Current contributors include Terence Steele, Markquese Bell, Cooper Rush, and more.
According to reports, the following undrafted free agents have agreed to terms with the Cowboys:
Note: The signing is not official until you arrive in Dallas to sign the contract. This is because the intention may be reversed in advance.
- Brevin Spanford, Tennessee, Minnesota: A big tight end who excelled at the Senior Bowl, Spanford stands at 6-foot-6, 250 pounds and is certainly one of the top run-blocking tight ends in the draft class. Although his receiving output was limited during his time in Minnesota, he showed his possession ability in Mobile at the Senior Bowl. (NFL Network reporter Tom Pelissero)
- Jason Johnson, LB, UCF: After making a 100-tackle season at Eastern Illinois in 2021, Johnson transferred to UCF, where he recorded 240 tackles in two seasons with the Knights and was on his way to becoming a second-team All-Big 12 selection. A run stopper with decisive downhill ability, Johnson was one of the top undrafted linebacker options. (Reported by University of Central Florida)
- Brock Morgenson, LB, South Dakota: Another linebacker who recorded over 100 tackles in consecutive seasons in his final college career, Morgenson is another downhill attacker who brings his 6-foot-2, 235-pound frame to the running lanes. (Bleacher Report's Ryan Fowler)
- Alec Holler, TE, UCF: With Alec Holler joining the room with deep blocking ability, it's clear either finding some help with run blocking in the tight end room or a desire to increase competition for certain traits in the position group. Emphasis is placed on Holler, who had a bit more profile as a receiver than Spann-Ford, had some circus catches at UCF that could be a weapon in the red zone. (Reported by University of Central Florida)
- Byron Bones, DL, Baylor: Fort Worth native Byron Vaughns has been a bit of an itinerant while attending college in Texas and Utah. His athleticism off the edge caused havoc in the backfield, and in the run game he regularly stopped and sacked quarterbacks with his flashy 84-inch wingspan. (Reported by Baylor University)
- Cam Johnson, WR, Northwestern: Johnson, who started his career at Vanderbilt as a 6-foot, 205-pound possession receiver before transferring to Arizona State, finally shined as a receiving weapon in his final season at Northwestern. He had 50 receptions for 684 yards and five touchdowns. His upside still lies in possession opportunities, but his speed is limited. (Reporting by Justin Melo of Draft Network)
- Emmanie Johnson, South, NV: Despite spending six seasons at Nevada, Johnson didn't get much of a chance to shine until 2023, but he made the most of it. At 6-foot-2 and 216 pounds, he was able to record 100 tackles and three interceptions out of the defensive backfield. His knack for defending the run is what makes his upside the most exciting. (Reported by University of Nevada)
- Julius Wood, South, East Carolina: A physical, hard-hitting ballhawk, Julius Wood's aggression sometimes gets him out of position, but when he is in position, he makes some big hits. A productive tackler at the third level, Wood reads and reacts well and uses his lean frame to provide a more physical receiving weapon. (Michael Gehlken, Dallas Morning News)
- Denzel Duxon, DT, Illinois: Denzel Duxon, who is originally from the Bahamas and did not move to the United States until 2016, started his college career at Ohio State and transferred to Illinois State for his final season. Despite having two legitimate Interior defensive linemen in the room, second-round pick Jazan Newton and undrafted playmaker Keith Randolph Jr., he played all but one game last season. He was able to start the game and had three or more stops. Games in 7 contests. (Houston Chronicle reporter Aaron Wilson)
- Corey Crooms, WR, Minnesota: Corey Crooms, a former teammate of second-round pick Marshawn Kneeland at Western Michigan University who played four seasons with him, transferred to Minnesota for his final season but never performed at the level he did in Kalamazoo. Ta. Nevertheless, the possession skills he displayed are worthy of a UDFA flyer to Dallas. (per Crooms)
- Josh DeBerry, S, Texas A&M: Josh DeBerry, who stepped into the Aggies' defensive backfield last season after transferring from Boston College, had a big performance in his first game of 2023 with 10 tackles, 1 interception, and 1.5 tackles for loss. However, his performance kept things quiet for the rest of the game. Method. He was a zone coverage guy during his time at Boston College and was one of the ACC's top defenders upon his departure. (Reporting by Jaxson Callaway for Aggies Today)
The story will be updated if more names become available.
