3 Free Agents Dallas Cowboys Should Sign as Soon as Possible

3 Moves Dallas Cowboys Should Make as Soon as Possible Part 2

Sticking with status quo isn’t working for the Dallas Cowboys. Mike McCarthy and his coaching staff’s inability to make the proper changes or adjustments is hurting this team just as much as the players poor play. Something needs to be done to shake things up and I think signing a few free agents could do just that.

Offensively everybody seems to finally be settling in. The Dallas Cowboys may have finally stabilized their offensive line after moving Brandon Knight to right tackle, but things are far from settled on the defensive side of the ball. Surprising enough though, I believe there are three free agents currently still available on the open market who could change all of that.

Let’s take a look…

LB Darron Lee

Jaylon Smith’s play this season would be a benchable offense if the Dallas Cowboys had anybody else to turn to, but sadly that’s not the case. That could change if they went out and signed free agent LB Darron Lee, a former first-round draft pick of the New York Jets. He was known for his athleticism coming out of Ohio State and that’s exactly what the Cowboys need at WILL LB right now. If nothing else, he could push No. 54 to step up his game.

DT Damon “Snacks” Harrison

The Dallas Cowboys defense gave up more than 300 rushing yards last week to the Cleveland Browns. That’s completely unacceptable considering they knew beforehand of the Browns run first mentality as an offense. Changes need to be made and signing free agent DT Damon “Snacks” Harrison would be a good start. He’s known for his run stuffing ability and that’s exactly what they need moving forward. Adding him could even help the LB play behind him.

S Eric Weddle

The backend of the Dallas Cowboys defense has been putrid to say the least. They no doubt need somebody to stabilize things, which is why Earl Thomas’ name has been thrown out there on more than one occasion. I’m not against signing Thomas, but I think I prefer Eric Weddle instead. He may be 35 years old and recently retired, but he’s exactly the stabilizing force the Cowboys need. If I were Jerry Jones I’d put on my salesman hat to convince him Dallas is the place he needs to be.

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32 Comments

Randy Albright 5 years ago

Jerry Jones, please wake up! You telling us that we have the right people in place to win is simply absurd! Please step away from those folks telling you we are good. We most definitely are not! Sight Earl Thomas. Two reasons, one, because he is the best available at his position, and two, this will give guys like Trevon Diggs a master to learn from, yes I know they play different positions, but Thomas jas invaluable knowledge in the backfield. Please address the obvious lack of a run-stuffer. "Snacks" Harrison is available and an obvious choice. I'm not a coach, but Mike needs to stop being a "yes" man and speak up! With the injuries we have had, finding a tackle is also a priority. Please Jerry, wake yourself and end this nightmare season!
Buzz 5 years ago

Wait until you hear the comment from X Woods on effort ....We need E.T. and others.
Deez 5 years ago

We are a 7-9 Team this year unless we make some moves. Sign Shawn Oakman @iamoakman Trade Demarcus Lawrence @tanklawrence for TJ Watt @tjwatt90/ Sign Earl Thomas @earl or Eric Reid @e_reid35/ Give up a draft pick for a starting right tackle Cut Thompson #23 Bring in Winston Moss @CoachMossXFL or Wade Phillips and get rid of NOLAN. Bring in several 3-4 linebackers off the street. Our Defense is Ranked #30, we are basically last in every statistical category: Pts giving up, 29th in INTs, 30th in Yards, 30th Pass Yards, 31st in Rushing Yards
Cowboys fan 5 years ago

I like the idea of signing SNACKS, but I think we'll be better off if we signed Eric Reid and Earl Thomas instead of Eric Weddle, you can't forget that Xavier Woods isn't doing anything either, so I think we need a free safety and a strong safety, and I think Clay Matthews would be a better option than Darron Lee!!
Adriss Abedi 5 years ago

Jaylon Smith is a turd...he is more focused on his brand CEV than football. What a waste on draft pick. That money he got should have been ear marked for Dak instead. The brain trust in Cowboys organization are dillusional and don't see things upfront until its too late.
Adriss Abedi 5 years ago

I would sign all three plus Earl Thomas. Mike Nolan has and is a disgrace for any football organization. I hate that the NFL just keeps recycling the same tired ass coaches over and over again. There are 1000 D Coordinators in college and NFL that does not get a shot. But Mike Nolan is on his 25th team...enough said.
Franklin Paul Orick 5 years ago

We havnt played ball control offense because our o-line has been has been fractured at the bookends ,Zeke is overpaid and is dractically under performing not to mention he keeps putting it on the ground, and stopping passes. Nolan defense has been bad even before he came to Dallas..I dont have all the answers, the money we have now we need it next year to sign Dak, but if not for that Sign Snacks,D.Lee,and sign a db or trade for one or 2...BUT WE DONT HAVE IT TO SPEND IF WE WANT DAK next year.. salary cap is gonna be tight next year
Cowboys fa life 5 years ago

Relax guys itll get fixed remember no pre season no training camp cause of Corona virus they gone get it together
Jose Jimenez 5 years ago

One more "Free Agent" out there that I would mention is Wade Phillips, we know he knows how to get the most out of players and Defense is his thing. LA was ranked @ 12th, 16th & 17th from 2017-2019 It won't be flashy but all we need is for the damn thing to work, even if it's just mid-tier!
Larry Wippert 5 years ago

Go get Clay Mathews coach Mccarthy you know he is good and he will fit right into this defensive line.
George 5 years ago

Every year the Cowboys try to sell this Super Bowl fantasy. Been a fan since ‘63. Now, I don’t look forward to the game’s anymore. Worst front office in the NFL.
Ryan 5 years ago

Def sucks really bad. U need to change something on defense,maybe the coach or head coach
Alan Brown 5 years ago

It’s painfully obvious our coaching staff of last year was squeezing out what we had. Garrett protected the defense by run control and Marinelli was a better defensive coordinator. Gonna be a long ugly season.
Buzz 5 years ago

No need to panic. Our division is so bad ,8-8 might get it done. The trade deadline is still weeks away. Bringing in a run-stuffer like Harrison for a look couldn't hurt. Our D-line is getting road-graded , so Jaylon Smith can't get off blocks to make plays. X. Woods looks like he shies away from contact. Watch the replay of the play near the goal line he could have delivered a blow in the first half and on the reverse , the poor effort and angle to tackle OBJ. There is no fear for wideouts going across the middle....it's like a Starbucks in there. Anybody want a Latte?
Scott 5 years ago

First jaylon Smith is playing a new position at will linebacker. He has lost his 2 backers who where suppose to help. Now he is trying to do to much which is hurting his game. 2nd this is the nfl as once said means not for long. We should sign every free agent that plays defense to push the talent on.this roster to step up or get out period. 3rd nobody is worth 40 mil in a good year but next years cap due to lost revenue this year due to the pandemic is probably going to be in the 90 mil range. 4th if the DC cant figure out how to get the most out of the personal he has and not force his defensive scheme down thier throats is probably the reason he isn't a head coach someplace. So in closing sign every body you can and try to fix it before it's to late
Defense Guru 5 years ago

We need RIGHT freaking NOW. Earl Thomas, Eric Reid, Clay Matthews & yes Darron Lee was the man @ Ohio State & throw in Damon Harrison. With these 5 we could have a shot to go to the Super Bowl. Offense & Dak are awesome. Defense looks like kiddie league shit. Jerry stop being a idiot. Also hire Wade Phillips for DC with the men above immediately OR keep losing & being the Laughing Stock of the league.
Big Dread 5 years ago

The hold up is a bunch of stubborn people in the front office. That simple.
Santana 5 years ago

We can't run the ball if we're giving up alot of points early on the game.
Santana 5 years ago

Sign Earl Thomas to a conditional contract and also Eric Reid if possible. Get rid of Mike Nolan. He had a horrible rating as the falcons DC with 24th, 27th and last, so idk why we even hired him. Def sign Snacks, we need that and when Gregory is back, we can move Tyrone Crawford to tackle along side Snacks/Antwan Woods because so far it looks like Poe is a bust. Well have a good rotation on DE with Tank, Smith, Gregory, Armstrong and Griffen. C'mon Jerry!!!!!!
KC 5 years ago

Very good article!. I'm all for the first two, but maybe Eric Reed on the back end. My question is, "What's the Holdup"??? Everyone has answers except the GM.