The Dallas Cowboys are not resting on their laurels as they gear up for the 2024 NFL season. In a stunning move on Monday, the Cowboys inked a record-breaking contract extension with star wide receiver CeeDee Lamb, solidifying their receiving corps. However, the team is not done yet and is now setting their sights on bolstering their backfield.
With the departure of Tony Pollard in the offseason, the Cowboys are actively seeking reinforcements, and rumors have surfaced that former Pro Bowler Dalvin Cook is on their radar. NFL Network insider Tom Pelissero broke the news that Cook is set to visit Dallas, with reports indicating that the running back is in top shape following a season plagued by recovery from shoulder surgery.
Cook, a four-time Pro Bowler during his tenure with the Minnesota Vikings, was once considered one of the top running backs in the league. However, his performance dipped significantly in 2023 after a lackluster stint with the New York Jets. In 15 games, Cook struggled to make an impact, finishing the season with just 214 rushing yards on 67 carries and failing to score a touchdown.
Following his underwhelming season with the Jets, Cook found a new home with the Baltimore Ravens. Though his time in Baltimore was brief, Cook managed to make an appearance in the postseason, rushing for 23 yards in a playoff victory over the Houston Texans.
As Cook now sets his sights on a potential opportunity with the Cowboys, the football world eagerly awaits to see if the veteran running back can rediscover his Pro Bowl form and make a resurgence in Dallas. Stay tuned for more updates as the Cowboys continue to make moves in the offseason.