DeMarvion Overshown leads competition for Cowboys' green dot linebacker role

At the Dallas Cowboys training camp on July 31, linebacker DeMarvion Overshown emerged as the leading candidate to take on the green dot role as MIKE linebacker. Overshown demonstrated his readiness by effectively directing the defense during a test by defensive coordinator Christian Parker. Rookie safety Caleb Downs, second-year linebacker Shemar James, and backup linebacker Curtis Robinson are also being prepared for the position. Meanwhile, quarterback Dak Prescott expressed confidence in the offense's potential, referring to it as GOTI, meaning 'Greatest Offense There Is.' He highlighted a strong connection with receivers George Pickens and CeeDee Lamb, both of whom have performed well in practice. The Cowboys aim to build on last season's success, which included a highly productive offense.

• 12:26 AMYahoo Sports — CHILL TIDBITS from Day 2 of Dallas Cowboys training camp, led by green dot talk and Dak Prescott in a zone