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Dallas Cowboys defensive roster updates

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The Dallas Cowboys are restructuring their defense through veteran acquisitions, headlined by the signing of linebacker Von Miller to a one-year deal. The 37-year-old Texas native and two-time Super Bowl champion enters his 15th NFL season with 138.5 career sacks, the most among active players. The contract is worth a base of $5.5 million, with incentives potentially increasing the total value to $7.5 million. Miller’s return to Texas follows a season with the Washington Commanders. He is expected to serve as a situational pass-rushing specialist within a rotation that includes Rashan Gary, Donovan Ezeiruaku, and Malachi Lawrence. This defensive overhaul follows the departure of Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers and a major contract extension for defensive tackle Quinnen Williams. Miller expressed excitement about returning to his hometown, describing the move as a “dream within a dream” and stating his aim to help the team return to Super Bowl contention. While the signing adds depth, owner Jerry Jones indicated the team remains open to further roster additions. In a lighthearted development, Miller has reportedly attempted to negotiate for the No. 40 jersey currently held by fullback Hunter Luepke, jokingly offering Luepke a lifetime supply of chicken from Miller’s organic poultry farm, Greener Pastures Chicken, in exchange for the number. Miller’s arrival has caused immediate roster shifts, such as the ~~team has waived~~ waiving of wide receiver Traeshon ~~Holden to accommodate the veteran.~~ Holden. His presence also increases ~~the~~ competitive pressure on young players like Marist ~~Liufau to secure their positions within the defensive scheme.~~ Liufau. Analysts suggest Miller’s veteran ~~presence and~~ leadership will be particularly beneficial for the development of younger players like ~~Lawrence. These moves aim to address previous defensive struggles after~~ Lawrence as the team ~~ranked~~ seeks to improve after ranking last in the NFL in ~~both~~ points and pass yards allowed last season.

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