The Dallas Cowboys have been active in free agency, trading for cornerback Kaiir Elam from the Buffalo Bills and linebacker Kenneth Murray from the Los Angeles Chargers. These acquisitions aim to bolster the team's defense, especially after the injury to DeMarvion Overshown. Murray, a former first-round pick, had a career year with 95 tackles and 3.5 sacks last season. Elam, entering his fourth season, had a quiet year but brings potential alongside key players like Trevon Diggs.

In addition to these trades, the Cowboys secured return specialist KaVontae Turpin on a three-year deal worth $18 million, making him the highest-paid special teams player in the league. However, the team also faces losses, notably defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence, who signed a $42 million deal with the Seattle Seahawks. Lawrence has been a stalwart for the Cowboys but struggled with injuries last season. His departure, along with edge rusher Chauncey Golston to the New York Giants, raises concerns about depth on the defensive line.