Reddy Steward re-signed with the Dallas Cowboys for the 2026 season after surviving roster and staff changes tied to the removal of “Matt Eberflus guys.” He entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the Chicago Bears in 2024, spending most of the year on the practice squad and appearing in one game. After a futures deal with the Minnesota Vikings, he was brought to Dallas when Eberflus became the defensive coordinator. Steward started in Week 2 and played significant snaps due to cornerback injuries, becoming important after DaRon Bland went on IR and Trevon Diggs was released. Despite a chaotic defense and struggles, he showed toughness, solid coverage instincts, and willingness to tackle in a slot role, earning a new contract. Dallas retained him as an exclusive rights free agent with a low cap hit and plans to use leverage again in 2027.
"When the Vikings waived Steward at final cuts, his former head coach brought him to his new Cowboys defense. There was a big need as Dallas had multiple injury concerns with their corners. Steward actually started in Week 2 and played significant snaps throughout the season, becoming a key figure when DaRon Bland ended up on IR and Trevon Diggs was released."
"Making sense of who played well and who didn't on last year's defense isn't easy. It was chaotic and breakdowns occurred all over the field. And while he struggled along with all of his teammates, Steward at least had moments where he showed toughness and solid coverage instincts. He was a willing tackler despite being undersized, which is key for the slot role he played."
"It was enough that, unlike most Eberflus guys, Steward got a new contract to return in 2026 and compete for a job. Years Left: 12026 Cap Hit: $1.01 million"
"Part of what got Steward back in Dallas was being an exclusive rights free agent. The Cowboys were able to give him the minimum for a third-year player and hold on to a developing asset at a position of need. He'll be a restricted free agent in 2027, so Dallas could again use their leverage to keep him around if his play merits about a"
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