As the Dallas Cowboys gear up for training camp, they appear to have the deepest and most balanced roster in the NFC East.
With star power at key positions, underrated depth, and key reinforcements on the horizon, the Cowboys are better positioned than their division rivals to dominate from start to finish.
Offensive Talent That Stands Alone
Dak Prescott is back under center after a gruesome injury last season and a reloaded arsenal of weapons.
CeeDee Lamb remains a top-5 NFL wide receiver; George Pickens brings size and attitude as a dominant WR2, a speed threat in KaVontae Turpin, and a solid WR3 in Jalen Tolbert.
No other NFC East team can match this blend of power and explosiveness in the passing game.
At running back, Dallas has quietly built a lethal rotation, no matter what the analysts say. Javonte Williams provides physicality, Miles Sanders adds veteran reliability and versatility, and rookie Jaydon Blue has Alvin Kamara-type potential.
Compared to the Eagles’ aging backfield and the unsteady running situations in Washington and New York, the Cowboys have the clear edge in both versatility and ceiling.
A Tough, Young Offensive Line
Despite Zack Martin’s departure, the Cowboys’ offensive line is in solid shape.
Tyler Smith is becoming one of the league’s top guards. Tyler Guyton will have a redemption season, Tyler Booker brings skill and attitude, and Cooper Beebe will be one of the best centers in the NFL.
The unit also sports solid and young depth, compared to Washington and New York, who struggle in that department. The Cowboys’ line is looking to be talked about with the Eagles’ touted line.
Defense Ready to Dominate
Defensively, new coordinator Matt Eberflus has a versatile group built for chaos.
Micah Parsons remains the engine—an elite pass rusher who changes game plans. Around him, Dallas has built a nasty rotation with Dante Fowler Jr., Sam Williams, Marshawn Kneeland, and rookie Donovan Ezeiruaku at defensive end.
Inside, Osa Odighizuwa leads a young core of disruptive tackles, including former first-round pick Mazi Smith and veteran Soloman Thomas. This upgraded front is designed to stop the run—something that plagued the Cowboys in 2024.
At linebacker, the Cowboys are strong out of the gate Jack Sanborn, Kenneth Murray Jr., and Marist Liufau. But the best may come mid-season, when DeMarvion Overshown returns from injury.
His speed, coverage skills, and aggressiveness give this group an extra gear when the games matter most.
A Rebuilt and Dangerous Secondary
Dallas also boasts one of the best secondaries in the NFC East. DaRon Bland is an All-Pro, Trevon Diggs is an All-Pro, and rookie Shavon Revel Jr., is pushing for early snaps.
Most importantly, Kaiir Elam is ready to prove himself with a change of scenery and providing a physical cornerback who adds depth and coverage flexibility.
Caelen Carson, Andrew Booth Jr., and nickel options like Israel Mukuamu and Alijah Clark, the Cowboys’ defensive backfield runs deep and aggressive.
The NFC East Belongs to Dallas
While the Eagles are the reigning Super Bowl Champions, Dak Prescott would like a chance to extend his overall winning record over the team from the City of the Brotherly Shove.
The Commanders are a tough young team, but the talent and veteran leadership of the Cowboys should bode well for the boys from Dallas.
The New York Giants, well they’re the New York Giants, who are still rebuilding and have an unsettled quarterback position.
Dallas is built for a full 17-game campaign and a deep playoff run.
