Cowboys linked to signing All-Pro linebacker Bobby Wagner
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys are reportedly a top candidate to sign linebacker Bobby Wagner, a former standout for the Washington Commanders. Wagner, 36, has consistently performed at a high level, recording 162 tackles last season. With the Cowboys looking to strengthen a defense that ranked 30th overall in 2025, Wagner's experience and leadership could be valuable. His former Seahawks offensive coordinator, Brian Schottenheimer, has expressed support for a potential signing. Wagner boasts a remarkable career total of over 2,000 tackles and remains a top performer in the league.
- •Wagner finished the 2025 season with 162 tackles and 4.5 sacks.
- •Dallas ranked 30th in defense last season.
- •Brian Schottenheimer, Cowboys head coach, supports signing Wagner.
- •Wagner has 2,000 career tackles and is still considered an elite player.
- 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys named top landing spot for age-defying $6.5 million ex-Commanders All-Pro LB
"The Dallas Cowboys were recently linked to a former Washington Commanders standout linebacker.
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