The Dallas Cowboys have officially finalized their roster, reducing it from 91 players to the necessary 53 in preparation for the 2026 NFL season. This announcement comes as the team gears up for their season opener in East Rutherford, with efforts ongoing to complete their practice squad.
Head coach Brian Schottenheimer remarked on the difficulty of the roster cut decisions this year, highlighting the team's depth and talent. The Cowboys' initial roster features three quarterbacks, three running backs, six wide receivers, and a variety of players across defensive and special teams roles.
The roster includes: Quarterbacks (3): Dak Prescott, Joe Milton, Sam Howell Running Backs (3): Javonte Williams, Malik Davis, Hunter Luepke Wide Receivers (6): CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens, Ryan Flournoy, KaVontae Turpin, Jonathan Mingo, Camden Brown Tight Ends (3): Jake Ferguson, Brevyn Spann-Ford, Luke Schoonmaker Offensive Line (9): Tyler Guyton, Tyler Smith, Cooper Beebe, Tyler Booker, Terence Steele, TJ Bass, Broderick Jones, Ajani Cornelius, Drew Shelton Defensive Tackles (5): Quinnen Williams, Kenny Clark, Otito Ogbonnia, Jonathan Bullard, LT Overton OLB/Edge Rushers (6): Rashan Gary, Donovan Ezeiruaku, Malachi Lawrence, Von Miller, James Houston, Tyrus Wheat Linebackers (4): DeMarvion Overshown, Dee Winters, Jaishawn Barham, Shemar James Cornerbacks (5): DaRon Bland, Cobie Durant, Shavon Revel Jr., Ameer Speed, Caelen Carson Safeties (6): Malik Hooker, Jalen Thompson, Caleb Downs, PJ Locke, Markquese Bell, Alijah Clark Specialists (3): Brandon Aubrey, Bryan Anger, Trent Sieg.
The team has also placed several players on injured reserve or the physically unable to perform list, which includes linebacker Marist Liufau and cornerback Devin Moore, among others. More roster adjustments are expected as the Cowboys finalize their preparations for the upcoming season.
