Sadly, 2023, like every season since the turn of this century, was not the year for the Dallas Cowboys. America's team showed great promise all season long, winning the NFC East title and securing the NFC's No. 2 seed in the playoffs, but the Cowboys were unable to make any progress when it mattered most.
Quarterback Dak Prescott was an MVP candidate for most of the season. Wideout CeeDee Lamb has established himself as perhaps the best receiver in the NFL. Micah Parsons continued to dominate at the line of scrimmage. Still, the one piece of history the Cowboys made was becoming the first No. 2 seed to lose to a No. 7 seed in the wild-card round.
It's clear that the Cowboys have a lot of work to do this offseason if they are to compete for a Super Bowl with the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers in the near future. The Cowboys don't have much cap space, ranking them 27th in the NFL in 2024 according to Over the Cap, but are actually in the red heading into the offseason. However, there are some solid players in free agency who can grow the team at reasonable prices.
Here's everything you need to know about Dallas' impending free agency period.
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2024 Dallas Cowboys Free Agents
unrestricted free agent
Per Spotrac, in order of percentage of snaps played:
- CB Stephon Gilmore
- LT Tyrone Smith
- C Tyler Biadasch
- S Jaylon Kearse
- RB Tony Pollard
- CB Jordan Lewis
- OT Chuuma Edga
- DT Jonathan Hankins
- LS Trent Sieg
- DT Neville Gallimore
- EDGE Dante Fowler Jr.
- TE Sean McKeown
- CB Noah Igbinoghene
- EDGE Dorrance Armstrong Jr.
- CB CJ Goodwin
restricted free agent
Dallas Cowboys potential draft targets
Michael Middlehurst Schwartz, USA Today: Amarius Mims, Otto State, Georgia
“Dallas may need a replacement for long-time left tackle Tyron Smith if he goes elsewhere in free agency or retires,” said Middlehurst Schwartz. Mims could be a starter. He played right tackle for the University of Georgia in just eight games, but he seems like a very promising option.” Because Jones might be attracted to it. ”
Damien Parson, Draft Network: Amarius Mims, Otto State, Georgia
Like Middlehurst Schwartz, Person also has Mims going to the Cowboys. The offensive line will always be an area of focus for this team, with both Tyron Smith and Tyler Biadasz likely to leave. Mims has incredible size and athleticism for the position, but if the Cowboys face such an inexperienced player, Mims is the piece they need to win a Super Bowl. Expecting that, the transfer will definitely be an all-or-nothing decision.
Chad Reuter, NFL.com: Troy Fautanu, OT, Washington State
“Forget about Fautanu's size, he can make a tackle in the NFL,'' Reuter said. “His lateral movement, hip flex, and anchoring ability will make him a big player if the veteran doesn't re-sign in 2024.'' , should be able to replace Tyron Smith.”
Trevor Sikkema, Pro Football Focus: Amarius Mims, Otto State, Georgia
“With Tyron Smith pending free agency and Terrence Steele not working out at right tackle in 2023, the Cowboys will have options to invest in their offensive line,” Sikkema said. Mims is confident in his experience, but has great athletic potential.” With his 6-foot-7, 330-pound frame. ”
Garrett Podell, CBS Sports: Tyler Guyton, Oklahoma
Podell raises an interesting point regarding this decision. If Tyron Smith leaves in free agency, the Cowboys will almost certainly spend a first-round draft pick on an offensive tackle due to left guard Tyler Smith's contract situation. Tyler Smith is one of the best offensive linemen in the league and a second-team All-Pro in 2023. Already at a cap deficit, the Cowboys may not be able to afford to keep both Smiths, meaning a first round tackle would make the most sense.
When does NFL free agency start?
The NFL's legal tampering period begins March 11 at noon ET. Players, teams and agents can begin contract negotiations for future free agents during this period. However, the contract cannot be completed until he is on March 13th at 4:00 PM ET. This day marks the start of a new NFL business year, meaning his March 13th contract will officially end and the day players and teams can sign new contracts.
When is the 2024 NFL Draft?
where: Campus Marius Park at Hart Plaza in Detroit, Michigan
when: April 25-27, 2024
tv set: ESPN, ABC, NFL Network
stream: NFL+, ESPN+, fuboTV
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