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Cowboys Sign Cornerback Cobie Durant for 2026 Season

3/14/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Cobie Durant, cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys, signed a one-year, $5.5 million contract for 2026.
Durant, 28, played four seasons with the Los Angeles Rams, recording seven interceptions and 141 tackles.
He had a 2025 season with three interceptions and led the NFL with three postseason interceptions.
The Cowboys seek better pass defense as Bland and Revel deal with injuries, while Durant can play outside or in nickel.

History

Historical Context

The NFL's free agency system, established in 1993, allows players to negotiate contracts after their agreements expire. In 2021, the league set a salary cap of $182.5 million, influencing team strategies. The Dallas Cowboys, seeking to bolster their defense, signed Cobie Durant, who had seven interceptions with the Rams, reflecting a trend of aggressive player acquisitions in professional football.

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Story summary

Cobie Durant, cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys, signed a one-year, $5.5 million contract for 2026.
Durant, 28, played four seasons with the Los Angeles Rams, recording seven interceptions and 141 tackles.
He had a 2025 season with three interceptions and led the NFL with three postseason interceptions.
The Cowboys seek better pass defense as Bland and Revel deal with injuries, while Durant can play outside or in nickel.

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