The Dallas Cowboys have made a big move by signing four-time Pro Bowler, Dalvin Cook, who arrives as a free agent after a brief stint with the Baltimore Ravens. Cook, who has been a consistent force in the NFL since 2017, joins the Cowboys after a recent stint with the New York Jets and the Ravens in the 2023 season.
“Cook’s arrival comes just after the Cowboys secured CeeDee Lamb, their standout wide receiver, on a four-year, $136 million extension,” a source stated. Now, with Cook on board, the team is further solidifying its offensive lineup.
The deal was confirmed by Cook’s agency and reported by NFL Media, following a successful workout with the team on Tuesday. Initially, Cook will join the Cowboys’ practice squad, a strategic move that allows the team flexibility.
According to sources, Cook looked sharp in his workout, and his presence on the practice squad means he could be called up to the active roster as soon as the Cowboys’ season opener against the Cleveland Browns on September 8.
“The practice squad arrangement gives the Cowboys three opportunities to elevate Cook to the 46-man game-day roster before he must be permanently added to the 53-man roster to continue playing,” a team insider revealed.
Cook’s career has been marked by his impressive rushing ability, having amassed over 5,200 yards since 2019 – ranking fourth in the league during that span. His tenure with the Minnesota Vikings, where he played under current Cowboys defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer, was particularly noteworthy.
In Minnesota, Cook delivered four straight seasons of over 1,000 rushing yards, peaking in 2020 with 1,557 yards and 16 touchdowns. However, the 2023 season presented challenges for Cook.
“After starting the year with the Jets, where he struggled behind an injury-riddled offensive line, he was traded to the Ravens,” a league source explained. With this new opportunity with the Cowboys, Cook is looking to prove himself once again and make an impact on the field.