"The two major moves include the trade for EDGE Rashan Gary from the Green Bay Packers, and the signing of Jalen Thompson at safety from the Arizona Cardinals. Those are the two that move the needle somewhat, especially on a really bad defense."
"Thompson is an underrated talent that is perfectly suited to the Cowboys defensive scheme under new defensive coordinator Christian Parker. His versatility and intelligence will allow him to act as a QB of sorts back there, hopefully getting everyone into the proper position."
"The trade for Rashan Gary provides the Cowboys with an EDGE player who is experienced and steady. Gary has never broken through as an elite talent, but he does produce regularly and can be counted on to be part of a rotation of pass rushers."
The Dallas Cowboys departed from their typical late free agency approach by making significant early moves during the 2024 free agency period. The team acquired EDGE Rashan Gary through trade with the Green Bay Packers and signed safety Jalen Thompson from the Arizona Cardinals as primary additions. These moves were complemented by signings of S P.J. Locke, NT Otito Ogbonnia, QB Sam Howell, EDGE Tyrus Wheat, and the re-signing of EDGE Sam Williams. The safety position received particular attention with Thompson and Locke both having prior connections to new secondary coach Ryan Smith and defensive coordinator Christian Parker's scheme. Gary's acquisition provides experienced edge rush depth alongside Donovan Ezeiruaku, establishing a solid defensive foundation despite neither being elite-level talent.
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