The Dallas Cowboys have signed veteran wide receiver Parris Campbell to a one-year deal, addressing their need for speed at the position. Campbell, 27, joins the Cowboys after winning Super Bowl LIX with the Philadelphia Eagles. Last season, he participated in five games, making six catches for 30 yards and one touchdown.
This marks Campbell’s fourth team in as many seasons, having played for the New York Giants in 2023 and the Eagles in 2024. He started his career with the Indianapolis Colts, who selected him in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft out of Ohio State. Over his four years with the Colts, Campbell recorded 97 receptions for 983 yards and five touchdowns, with his best season being 2022 when he was the team’s second-leading receiver, amassing 63 catches for 623 yards and three touchdowns.
In another move, the Cowboys made headlines by trading for cornerback Kaiir Elam. Analysts believe this trade could be a significant win for Dallas, as Elam is regarded as a technical cornerback with a strong work ethic. However, his emotional struggles after being beaten in coverage have been a concern. Many expect that Elam will thrive in Dallas’s man coverage system, which aligns better with his playing style compared to the zone scheme he struggled in while with the Buffalo Bills.
Meanwhile, the Cowboys have also made a noteworthy signing in running back Miles Sanders, who was recently released by the Carolina Panthers. Sanders, a Pennsylvania native and former Penn State player, joins a backfield that includes Javonte Williams and Deuce Vaughn. During his college career, he had a standout season in 2018, rushing for 1,274 yards and nine touchdowns while playing alongside current Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons.
The Cowboys have faced scrutiny this offseason for their decisions, particularly regarding their approach to free agency. Recently, the Seattle Seahawks signed former Super Bowl MVP Cooper Kupp to a three-year deal, a move that the Cowboys had previously considered. With Kupp now off the market, questions arise about how Dallas will address their wide receiver needs, especially as they had been focusing on defensive acquisitions and veteran running backs.
In terms of the draft, cornerback Trey Amos has emerged as a prospect to watch after the Cowboys lost Jourdan Lewis. Born in Louisiana, Amos showcased his versatility in high school and continued his development at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette before transferring to Alabama. He has an ideal frame for an outside cornerback, excelling in press coverage and demonstrating solid tackling skills, making him a potential fit for the Cowboys’ secondary.