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Cowboys agree to terms on one-year deal with veteran WR Parris Campbell -Tommy Yarris, dallascowboys.com
Newly-signed wide receiver fills Cowboys’ need for speed.
The Cowboys are adding another veteran to their roster through free agency this time at the wide receiver position, agreeing to terms with former Philadelphia Eagle Parris Campbell on Saturday afternoon.
Campbell, 27, is coming off a Super Bowl LIX championship with the Philadelphia Eagles. Last season, he played in five games and caught six passes for 30 yards and a touchdown.
By joining the Cowboys, Campbell will play for his fourth team in the last four season and his third team from the NFC East, as he spent the 2023 season with the New York Giants before heading to Philadelphia in 2024.
The first four years of Campbell’s career were with the Indianapolis Colts, who selected him in the second round with the 59th overall pick in the 2019 NFL draft out of Ohio State. In his four years with the Colts, he caught 97 passes for 983 yards and five touchdowns.
Campbell’s best season came in 2022 with the Colts where he was the team’s second leading receiver with 63 receptions for 623 yards and three touchdowns.
Insider Notes on 2025 NFL Free Agency: Why Kaiir Elam is a steal for Cowboys – Tony Pauline, Sportskeeda,com
People around the league believe the Cowboys hit a home run with the Kaiir Elam trade, Pauline explains why.
Why the Cowboys may have struck lightning in a bottle with Elam
Firstly, Elam is not a problem player, rather a very technical cornerback who studies game film and works on his preparation. His biggest problem is his emotions, as Elam struggles getting it back together after he gets beat; and that’s something you can’t do at the cornerback spot.
The big reason people believe Dallas may have struck lightning in a bottle with Elam is scheme; he was in the wrong scheme with the Bills, but the Dallas system will play to his strengths. Elam struggled in the mostly zone scheme he lined up in for Buffalo. Yet Dallas plays mostly man, which fits his physical style.
Prior to the 2022 NFL Draft, my scouting report on Elam reflected exactly this sentiment, as I mentioned that Elam had a physical style, engaging opponents at the line of scrimmage and staying step for step with receivers all over the field. I talked about the explosion, suddenness and aggression Elam played with, and his polished ball skills.
Unfortunately for the 2022 first-round pick and the team that drafted him, none of these skills translated to the NFL system he was thrown into. Elam now has a second life in the NFL, and many expect that the change of scenery, and new system, will do him well.
The Cowboys have taken a lot of criticism this offseason; from the elevation of Brian Schottenheimer to head coach to several questionable moves during the first week of free agency, the experts have not been kind to the franchise. Yet trading for a former first-round pick who admits he now has a chip on his shoulder could be something the team and its fans fondly look back on.
Miles Sanders: Get to know Dallas Cowboys new running back – Randi Gurzi, SI.com
What the Cowboys are getting with Miles Sanders
It hasn’t been the flashiest offseason for the Dallas Cowboys, but they’ve at least been active and filled several holes on their roster during NFL free agency. This isn’t exactly a loaded class, so the best results might come from the middle-tier signings, which is where the Dallas front office loves to shop. One of those moves includes them signing Miles Sanders, who was recently released by the Carolina Panthers.
Sanders joins Javonte Williams, who was signed earlier in free agency, and Deuce Vaughn in the Dallas backfield. They could still look for more depth but for now, let’s see who they landed in Sanders.
Miles Sanders’ college days tie him to Dallas superstar
Sanders is a Pennsylvania native. He was born in Pittsburgh and played high school ball in nearby Churchill. He stayed local for his collegiate career, playing for the Penn State Nittany Lions. He spent the first two seasons of his career backing up Saquon Barkley, but took off in 2018 when he finally got the chance. That season, Sanders ran for 1,274 yards and nine touchdowns.
While he was dominating on offense, a freshman on the other side of the ball was emerging as a star. Micah Parsons broke out that year with 83 tackles for the Nittany Lions. He and Sanders were only teammates for that season, but they know one another well.
Cooper Kupp signing adds question marks for Cowboys – Mark Heaney, Inside the Star
The Cowboys still aren’t playing in the deep end of the pool of free agency.
On Friday, the Seahawks added fuel to their offseason, signing former Super Bowl MVP Cooper Kupp to a three-year, $45M deal. Before that, however, the Cowboys were rumored to be pursuing the Rams legend. Now, that opportunity has passed. Dallas’s need at wide receiver is clear. The team needs significant reinforcements at the position to ease the pressure on both Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb.
Initially, it seemed the front office was going to hold off on improving there nil the NFL Draft. That was until Adam Schefter reported the two sides were discussing a deal early Friday morning. Clearly, the Cowboys saw something they liked in the aging superstar.
With Kupp now out of the way, it’s a good time to ask what’s next for the Dallas Cowboys wide receiver room?
Free Agency: Could Cowboys Sign Somebody?
The Kupp-Dallas connection surprised people for one main reason: they did not seem interested in this class of free agent wide receivers. Dallas spent a lot of time in this free agency pursuing defensive depth pieces, former first-round picks that haven’t panned out, and veteran running backs as they prepare to draft their next starter. Aside from a contract extension to KaVontae Turpin, their offseason focus has avoided wide receiver, but that could change with similar players to Kupp still out there.
If they were willing to escalate talks with him, what would hold the Cowboys back from reaching out to Keenan Allen, Stefon Diggs, or their old friend Amari Cooper? If the money there is more favorable than Kupp’s, it could happen. The Cowboys need to realize that signing a veteran or re-signing Brandin Cooks doesn’t rule out drafting a wide receiver in the first round. More weapons are always better, and they shouldn’t change course from that because of Cooper Kupp’s decision.
Cowboys 2025 draft scouting report: CB Trey Amos – Mike Poland, Blogging the Boys
After losing Jourdan Lewis, here’s a cornerback prospect to keep and eye on.
History
Trey Amos, born Trenayvian Amos on March 3, 2002, in New Iberia, Louisiana, developed into a highly-regarded athlete before embarking on his journey through college football.
Amos attended Catholic High School in New Iberia, where he showcased his versatility and athleticism. He played both quarterback and cornerback, demonstrating his adaptability on the field. Beyond football, Amos excelled in track and field, winning the Louisiana 2A state championship in the long jump in May 2019. This explosive athletic ability would later translate to his performance as a defensive back.
His college football career began at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, where he played for the Ragin’ Cajuns from 2020 to 2022. Over three seasons and 34 games, Amos recorded 59 tackles, one interception, and 13 pass breakups, establishing himself as a reliable contributor in the secondary. After the 2022 season, seeking a new challenge, he entered the transfer portal and committed to the University of Alabama.
THE GOOD
Amos has an ideal frame for an outside cornerback in the NFL. His length allows him to disrupt receivers at the catch point and contest passes effectively.
Amos excels in press coverage, using his physicality and quick feet to jam receivers at the line of scrimmage.
He consistently reroutes opponents, throwing off timing in the passing game.
He demonstrates excellent hand-eye coordination and timing when attacking the ball.
He is a willing and reliable tackler, not afraid to engage in the run game