"While every position group on the 2025 Cowboys defense deserved criticism, none got it more than the linebackers. Unsurprisingly, it remains a major focus this offseason. With two of last year's starters not expected to return, and limited options to replace them, we could see big moves happening both in free agency and with one of Dallas' first-round draft picks."
"DeMarvion Overshown - When he's healthy, Overshown is one of the most exciting players on the roster. But after his missing his entire rookie year, four games in 2024, and 11 last season, these early chapters feel like another tragic tale of a talented Cowboys LB who can't stay on the field. Dallas desperately needs Overshown to finally avoid IR and become the weekly playmaker that he's shown so much potential for, and he needs it just as badly in the final year of his contract."
"Shemar James - One of Dallas' more successful rookies in 2025, James went from being a fifth-round pick that was expected to be little more than special teamer, to playing on nearly half of the total defensive snaps. By the end of the season, James was arguably more trusted than Liufau. We'll see how the coaching changes affect his trajectory, but James will be a much bigger name this summer than we might've thought a year ago."
Cowboys linebackers were the weakest and most criticized group in 2025 and they are a primary offseason focus. Two starters from the previous year are not expected to return, creating a need for replacements via free agency or an early draft pick. DeMarvion Overshown possesses high playmaking upside but a persistent injury history and faces a contract-year need to stay healthy. Marist Liufau underperformed in his second year yet retains perceived upside with improved coaching and scheme. Shemar James emerged as a trusted rookie contributor, and Justin Barron offers athleticism and special-teams potential.
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