The Dallas Cowboys are bringing again some assistance on their defensive position. Former first-round decide Dante Fowler, who spent two seasons with the Cowboys earlier than enjoying for the Washington Commanders in 2024, is returning to Dallas on a one-year deal per Tom Pelissero.
Reunion: Veteran cross rusher Dante Fowler Jr. is heading again to the #Cowboys on a one-year deal price as much as $8 million, sources inform The Insiders.
Sean Kiernan and Tom Povinelli of @AthletesFirst negotiated the deal for Fowler, who had 10.5 sacks final season. pic.twitter.com/nNXbObOQ2d
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) March 14, 2025
Fowler did not log any begins with the Cowboys, however he was very productive as a rotational cross rusher. In 2022, Fowler completed tied for third in sacks with six. A 12 months later, Fowler added 4 extra. His one 12 months in Washington was a return to glory, so to talk, as Fowler has 10.5 sacks, the second-most in his profession.
The Cowboys wanted extra edge assist with DeMarcus Lawrence going to the Seattle Seahawks and Sam Williams coming off an ACL tear. Fowler could also be up in age, however he is nonetheless a top quality cross rusher and is usually a contributing piece on any protection.
This does not should not cease Dallas from getting one other edge within the NFL draft. Nevertheless, it does put them in a greater spot on the place.
