Last season, the Dallas Cowboys defense ranked 14th in the NFL. They were first in rushing defense and a lowly 26th against the pass. The Cowboys defense recorded only nine interceptions all season, which was tied for fifth worst in the league.
This offseason, the free agency exodus of starters in the secondary like cornerbacks Brandon Carr, Morris Claiborne and strong safety Barry Church forced the Cowboys to completely overhaul that portion of their defense.
Free agent cornerback Nolan Carroll was signed and a slew of defensive backs were selected in the 2017 NFL Draft.