Cowboys face critical challenges in training camp for new defense
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 4:29 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys are entering training camp with a pressing need to improve their defensive takeaways. Last season, they recorded only 12 takeaways and ended with a minus-nine turnover margin. As defensive coordinator Christian Parker embarks on his first training camp, he emphasizes the importance of attacking the football and creating pressure on quarterbacks. The Cowboys aim to establish a more aggressive defensive identity, shifting from a reliance on talent to a focus on team coordination and execution. Their success in turning pressure into turnovers may significantly impact their competitiveness in the NFC East.
- •Cowboys ranked last in the NFL with 12 takeaways last season.
- •Christian Parker prioritizes stopping the run and creating turnovers.
- •Defense needs to transition from talent to effective teamwork.
- •Success in training camp could define the team's season approach against rivals.
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