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Sep 24, 2023; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Detail view of a Dallas Cowboys helmet in the second half against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports
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The Dallas Cowboys have had an eventful 2024 off-season so far to say the least.  A number of recent free agent signings have taken headlines recently, however, all eyes are still on the pending Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb extensions.

That being said, Dallas could very well add even more depth and experience on their defense.

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Jan 14, 2018; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Linval Joseph (98) reacts against the New Orleans Saints in the NFC Divisional Playoff football game at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports (Dallas Cowboys)
Jan 14, 2018; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Linval Joseph (98) reacts against the New Orleans Saints in the NFC Divisional Playoff football game at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

According to the NFL Scouting Department at Bleacher Report, the Cowboys are the best landing spot for veteran DT Linval Joseph:

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While Mazi Smith had a solid performance in the Cowboys’ first preseason game, he’s coming off a disappointing rookie year. Additionally, the defense is thin behind him, with rookie seventh-round pick Justin Rogers expected to serve as Smith’s backup.

Joseph, who played for defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer in Minnesota, would provide a veteran insurance policy at nose tackle. Also, the 35-year-old could help improve Dallas’ run defense, which was one of the team’s biggest issues down the stretch of last season.

Granted, recently acquired Jordan Phillips (6’6″ and 341 pounds) has the size to fill this role, but he has primarily lined up in the B-gap as a 3-technique throughout his career.

Due to injuries, Joseph has bounced around the last few years. Depending on his health, he could be a valuable player for the Cowboys inside. For a man 6’6″ and 340 pounds, Jordan Phillips has excellent athletic ability, making him capable of playing in all lineups. If Joseph is added, Dallas will have another anchor inside that can help a lot in run situations and give their rotation more options. He can even play alongside Mazi Smith and give Osa Odighizuwa a break if needed.

Another reason to pursue this move is that Joseph won’t cost the Cowboys much. It is true that the Cowboys have improved their defensive front, but Zimmer said they need more “noses” as in plural. Assuring the middle of the defense for at least 2024 could mean Joseph’s addition to the team.

Dec 17, 2017; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings defensive lineman Linval Joseph (98) laughs in the fourth quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports (Dallas Cowboys)
Dec 17, 2017; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings defensive lineman Linval Joseph (98) laughs in the fourth quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports

 

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