Dallas, TX
Proposed Cowboys Signing of 2-Time Pro Bowl EDGE Would Be Risky Bet on Major Problem
If the Dallas Cowboys want to improve their defense in 2026, they simply cannot miss on whoever it is they bring in to play opposite Rashan Gary along the edge.
Gary in and of himself is a question mark after having a lackluster second half of last season, which is likely why the Green Bay Packers were interested in trading him in the first place.
If Gary disappoints again and the Cowboys fail to adequately put a player or players in place to cover for that, Dallas will be right back to square one, when they finished tied for the seventh-fewest sacks in the NFL last season.
Analyst proposes Haason Reddick signing
In an article suggesting landing spots for the best remaining free agents, Pro Football and Sports Network’s Alex Kennedy linked Dallas to former Tampa Bay Buccaneers edge rusher, Haason Reddick.
“Coming off of two disappointing seasons in a row, it’s unlikely that Reddick can return to the Pro Bowl form that turned heads in Philadelphia,” he said. “That said, among the 123 edge rushers qualified for EDGEi scoring last season, he still ended the year above average, ranking No. 36 overall.”
Reddick appeared in 13 games last season and posted just 2.5 sacks while adding 34 pressures. He finished with Pro Football Focus grades of 60.1 in the pass-rush and 45.2 in run defense.
A risk the Cowboys shouldn’t take
Kennedy spells out exactly why the Cowboys shouldn’t rely on the two-time Pro Bowler. There was a time when Reddick was as consistent as they come, but those days are likely over.
After posting four double-digit sack seasons in a row, Reddick has just 3.5 the past two seasons, including one sack in 2024 and 2.5 in 2025. He missed four contests in 2025 with knee and ankle injuries.
Set to turn 32 in September, chances are a rebound isn’t coming and Reddick’s best days are behind him. The only real positive is Reddick would come cheap on a one-year deal, but not even that should be enough for the Cowboys to take a swing on him unless Dallas finds itself in the most desperate of situations.
What the Cowboys should do
We’d much rather see the Cowboys opt for players who have shown signs of life in recent years, even aging stars like Cam Jordan and Von Miller, who posted 10.5 and nine sacks, respectively, last season.
Then, there’s Jadeveon Clowney, who the Cowboys seem to think isn’t a fit in Christian Parker’s defense. However, Clowney doesn’t agree and as we’ve explained, the former No. 1 overall pick does have experience playing in the kind of scheme Parker deploys.
“It’s interesting to hear that a shift to 3-4 principles could be the reason Clowney doesn’t return to Dallas. While he did excel in a four-man front during the 2025 season, Clowney has spent more of his career in a 3-4 front than any other,” our own Randy Gurzi explained last month.
“He spent five seasons in Houston, playing in the 3-4 with the Texans and one with the Baltimore Ravens. He also had some time in a hybrid system, including one year with the Tennessee Titans and one with the Carolina Panthers,” Gurzi added.
Of course, we’d prefer a blockbuster addition like Maxx Crosby, for example, but that kind of move just doesn’t seem to be in the cards right now.
Along with an EDGE pick on Day 1 or 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft, we’d feel good about the Cowboys’ edge rusher situation if they can also sign any one of Clowney, Miller or Jordan.
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Dallas, TX
Fatal crash on LBJ Freeway in Dallas leaves 1 dead, multiple people hospitalized, police say
One person has died and several others are injured after a three-vehicle crash on Interstate 635 in Dallas on Saturday.
Police were called to the 11100 block of westbound LBJ Freeway just before 6:30 p.m. for a major accident. Investigators discovered that a blue sedan heading west on I-635 moved to exit from the second from the left lane. It first hit the concrete barrier and traffic attenuator, or crash cushion. The sedan was then hit by a white pickup truck and a semi truck, police said. The sedan then caught on fire.
One passenger in the blue sedan died on the scene and another was ejected. The driver of the sedan and the ejected passenger were both taken to the hospital in critical condition.
The driver and two passengers in the pickup truck were also taken to the hospital. Their conditions are unknown.
Dallas police said the investigation is ongoing.
The family of 38‑year‑old Marisol Perez and her 18‑month‑old son, Erik Jr., is sharing their grief after the two were killed in Thursday’s apartment explosion and fire in Dallas’ Oak Cliff.
The blast at the Clyde Apartments also claimed the life of community activist and Democratic Party precinct chair Sylvia Collins. Five others were injured.
Marisol’s sisters describe her as a devoted mother and a deeply loving person.
“She was a dedicated mom and a good person… she had a good heart and wonderful intentions,” said Maria Lopez, Marisol’s sister.
Family members rushed to the scene after receiving a call from police, hoping Marisol and her children had made it out safely.
“They told me they couldn’t find my sister and her baby. It was devastating,” Lopez said.
Daughter rescued from rubble
Marisol’s 9‑year‑old daughter, Vanessa, was pulled from the rubble by a good Samaritan moments after the explosion. She turns 10 on Monday.
“We don’t have any words to thank him. We are so grateful,” Lopez said.
“He risked his life. Anything could have happened when he ran across the street to get her,” said sister Nora Carmona.
A close-knit family grieving
Marisol was one of four sisters, all of whom said they shared a tight bond.
“We called her Mari… or güera,” Lopez said.
“Every special occasion, she wanted me to do her makeup and hair. We’d laugh and bond. I miss it so much,” said sister Rosalinda Martinez.
The family says they are now focused on supporting Marisol’s husband, who was at work when the explosion happened.
“He wants justice. He knows this was not just a tragic accident. There have to be answers,” Carmona said.
Vigil planned for Sunday
The family is inviting the public to a vigil in honor of Marisol and Erik Jr. The event is scheduled for 4 p.m. on Sunday.
A GoFundMe has also been created to help with funeral expenses.
H-E-B is one step closer to opening its first location in the city of Dallas.
The grocery chain filed a construction permit for the store at 635 and Hillcrest Road on Wednesday.
According to the permit, construction is set to begin in March 2027. The store is projected to open in September 2028.
When plans for the location were first announced last year, some neighbors raised concerns about the development. Those concerns included increased traffic, noise pollution and crime.
A primary concern is congestion in an already high-traffic area. H-E-B says it plans to add turn lanes and make other upgrades to ease congestion, but neighbors still have concerns.
When the zoning request was still being considered in December 2025, some drew comparisons between the abundance of grocery stores in northern Dallas to the long fight to bring more grocers to food deserts in southern Dallas. The rezoning request passed 14-1.
In a statement, H-E-B wrote: “We appreciate the thoughtful consideration from city officials, staff, and community members throughout this process. We are committed to serving Texans and look forward to bringing our first H-E-B store to the city of Dallas.”
Benjamin Scott, Group Vice President of Real Estate and Shopping Center Development for H-E-B said the new store will bring 800 new jobs and an estimated $24 million in tax revenue to Dallas over the next five years.
This story was originally reported for broadcast by NBC DFW. AI tools helped convert the story into a digital article, and an NBC DFW journalist edited it again before publication.
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