The Dallas Cowboys are bringing back some help on their defensive line. Former first-round pick Dante Fowler, who spent two seasons with the Cowboys before playing for the Washington Commanders in 2024, is returning to Dallas on a one-year deal per Tom Pelissero.

Fowler didn’t log any starts with the Cowboys, but he was very productive as a rotational pass rusher. In 2022, Fowler finished tied for third in sacks with six. A year later, Fowler added four more. His one year in Washington was a return to glory, so to speak, as Fowler has 10.5 sacks, the second-most in his career.

The Cowboys needed more edge help with DeMarcus Lawrence going to the Seattle Seahawks and Sam Williams coming off an ACL tear. Fowler may be up in age, but he’s still a quality pass rusher and can be a contributing piece on any defense.

This doesn’t shouldn’t stop Dallas from getting another edge in the NFL draft. However, it does put them in a better spot at the position.