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Dallas Cowboys to sign veteran pass rusher Carl Lawson
OXNARD, Calif. — The Cowboys will sign defensive end Carl Lawson, a person with knowledge of the decision told The Dallas Morning News on Thursday.
Lawson’s arrival is the latest move for a defensive line that has gone through a series of changes.
Defensive end Sam Williams’ season-ending knee injury on July 28 prompted the Cowboys to find a replacement. Initially, second-round pick Marshawn Kneeland was cast as the projected starter opposite DeMarcus Lawrence.
The Cowboys also worked out three players (Shaka Toney, Al-Quadin Muhammad and Lawson) following Williams’ injury. The team signed Toney and Muhammad in early August and each played in the preseason opener against the Los Angeles Rams.
But Toney suffered an injury and was waived/injured by the team Wednesday. That move allowed the club to sign center/guard Cohl Cabral because the offensive line needed increased depth because of health issues.
“Marshawn’s done a nice job,” coach Mike McCarthy said before Wednesday’s practice when asked about the defensive ends. “I think, clearly, the amount of reps he received in the game is also tied to his work last week in the Rams [joint] practice. I think we got some new guys we’re still breaking in. Chauncy [Golston] has gone out there and played some end and I like what he did. He had some really good plays in the [preseason] game. The biggest thing, not only the individual, but getting the techniques, getting that part right, making sure we’re getting everything fitted together, the fundamentals, techniques and the calls.”
Defensive end isn’t the only position the Cowboys seek to upgrade.
Defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer said he wanted to find another nose tackle for depth behind second-year player Mazi Smith.
After a difficult rookie season, a scheme change was thought to benefit Smith in his second season. He pushed back on that slightly after Wednesday’s joint practice with the Rams.
“Yeah, it ain’t the scheme,” he said. “It’s more about time and warming up to people and getting with the program and everybody getting on the same page and becoming part of the team.”
The Cowboys acquired defensive tackle Jordan Phillips in a trade with the New York Giants on Wednesday for conditional late-round 2026 draft picks.
There is familiarity with Lawson within the Cowboys’ coaching staff. Paul Guenther, the Cowboys defensive run game coordinator, was the Bengals defensive coordinator in 2017 when Lawson was drafted in the fourth round.
In six NFL seasons, Lawson has 27 sacks. Two years ago, he signed a three-year, $45 million deal with the New York Jets. In 23 games, Lawson had seven sacks before he was let go.
The Cowboys will make a roster move to clear the way for Lawson.
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Maxx Crosby-Ravens Trade Dead, Opening Perfect Cowboys Opportunity
Dallas Cowboys Nation’s hopes of landing superstar pass rusher Maxx Crosby were dashed last weekend when it was announced that he was being traded to the Baltimore Ravens. However, less than 24 hours before the new year, the trade has fallen apart.
On Tuesday night, the Las Vegas Raiders announced that the Ravens have backed out of the trade.
“The Baltimore Ravens have backed out of our trade agreement for Maxx Crosby,” the statement read. “We will have no further comment at this time.”
The news sends a major ripple for the league, with the Crosby sweepstakes once again open. Before his trade to the Ravens, the Cowboys were considered one of the teams closely monitoring the situation and a team that made a legitimate offer for Crosby.
At this time, there is no word on why the trade between Las Vegas and Baltimore fell through. When the trade was first reported, the Raiders were set to receive a 2026 and 2027 first-round pick from the Ravens.
Now, his future is in limbo. Before he was traded to the Ravens, it was believed that the Cowboys, Chicago Bears, and Los Angeles Rams were the top candidates to land him. In fact, the Cowboys were “considered runner-ups” in the sweepstakes.
Dallas’ Original Trade Offer
According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the Cowboys initially offered the No. 12 overall pick in the 2026 draft, a 2027 second-round pick, and an unnamed veteran player.
“Dallas kept a hard line throughout. The franchise wasn’t willing to part with two first-round picks, hoping its 12th pick in April’s draft, plus a future second-rounder, would be enough to entice Las Vegas. Dallas was also willing to package a veteran player to sweeten the deal, but Vegas wasn’t interested in that. The Raiders prioritized picks,” Fowler wrote.
Last season, Crosby recorded 73 total tackles, 28 tackles for a loss, 20 quarterback hits, 10 sacks, two forced fumbles, and an interception.
We’ll have to see if Dallas ends up being his new home, now that the team has a second chance to make something special happen, but there will be some serious competition. The 2026 NFL calendar year officially begins on Wednesday, March 11, at 4:00 p.m. ET.
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Dallas weather: Severe storms bring hail and tornado threats | See timing
DALLAS – Severe thunderstorms are forecast to return to North Texas late Tuesday, bringing threats of damaging hail, high winds and localized flooding. While the primary concerns are wind and hail, a few tornadoes cannot be ruled out.
Tuesday Forecast
Dallas weather: Mar. 10 morning forecast
We have another chance of severe storms starting Tuesday afternoon. Meteorologist Ali Turiano has your forecast and everything you need to know ahead of the storms.
Scattered showers and storms are expected to develop as a dryline to the west moves into the region. Storm conditions are expected to intensify as the day progresses.
The greatest concerns remain damaging winds and large hail. The leading edge of the storm front will likely be the most intense, with the potential for straight-line winds and brief spin-up tornadoes.
LIVE Radar: Dallas-Fort Worth
Dallas Storms: Timing and Impact
The highest potential for severe weather in the Metroplex is from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., though lingering activity could continue until 2 a.m. Wednesday. Residents are advised to seek shelter immediately if a warning is issued for their area.
7-Day Forecast
A final round of storms is expected Wednesday, primarily between noon and 7 p.m., according to the National Weather Service. These storms carry a threat of half-dollar-sized hail and damaging winds.
Behind this system, North Texas will dry out and briefly cool off. Sunny skies return Thursday with a high in the mid-60s. Temperatures will then warm into the upper 70s on Friday before a sunny weekend with highs in the low 80s.
The Source: Information in this article comes from the National Weather Service and FOX 4 forecasters.
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