The Dallas Cowboys have signed linebacker Von Miller, a native of DeSoto and former Texas A&M standout, to a one-year contract worth $5.5 million, which could increase to $7.5 million with incentives. Miller, who is 37 years old, had a productive season in 2025 with nine quarterback sacks, demonstrating he still has significant capabilities to enhance the Cowboys' pass rush.
Miller's impressive career includes two Super Bowl championships, seven All-Pro selections, and eight Pro Bowl appearances, along with a total of 138.5 sacks and 27 forced fumbles over 203 games. His addition is expected to bolster the Cowboys' outside linebacker (OLB) position, although it is not the major trade some anticipated.
Currently, the Cowboys are projected to carry six OLBs on their 53-man roster, with a couple more on the practice squad. The expected starters are Rashan Gary and Donovan Ezeiruaku, while Miller and Malachi Lawrence are anticipated to serve as primary backups. James Houston is also expected to secure a roster spot as the fifth OLB, having contributed significantly to special teams last season.
The competition for the final OLB spot appears to be between Sam Williams, a 2022 second-round pick, and Marist Liufau, a third-round pick from 2024. Both players have shown their value on special teams, with Liufau having a higher percentage of special teams snaps last season. Predictions suggest Liufau may edge out Williams for the last roster position, potentially making Williams a trade candidate.
