When the Cowboys lost Byron Jones, Robert Quinn, and Randall Cobb in free agency, there was a sense of gloom for the team. Jones was considered a top-tier corner who had solidified one cornerback spot for the Cowboys. Quinn led the team in sacks last season with 11.5. Cobb was an integral piece of the Cowboys potent offensive attack.
The Cowboys also lost a few other starters in Jason Witten, Maliek Collins and Jeff Heath. Then Travis Frederick retired. They have also been unable to lock down starting quarterback Dak Prescott to a long-term deal.