"There are multiple factors that contribute to these rankings. The biggest, of course, is how well a player has performed and is projected to in the future. But along with that, how badly is the team hurt if they depart? Is there another guy waiting in the wings who can probably maintain that performance level, or at least partially fill the void?"
"It's time for the annual mistake of discounting what Goodwin means to the team. He turns 36 next week, so it seems more likely than ever that Dallas will finally find a younger guy to play gunner on return coverage. But Goodwin survived the change in special teams coordinator from John Fassel to Nick Sorensen, so he could easily return again. But given his niche role, it's hardly a priority."
The Cowboys have 22 free agents to evaluate based on performance, future projection, and replacement risk. Depth and the presence of capable backups shape re-sign decisions. Ballentine is a low offseason concern after limited practice-squad usage and special-teams appearances. A veteran running back failed to impress and carries little perceived value given younger options. Goodwin provides niche special-teams value and survived a coordinator change but remains a low-priority re-signing. Sanborn struggled athletically and exited with a groin injury, losing value after Matt Eberflus' departure. Murray was a borderline disaster and offered minimal positive impact.
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