Bullard’s Progress & Defense Concerns | Dallas Cowboys News

Dallas Cowboys defensive line hopeful Jonathan Bullard is showing progress in his recovery, with coach Brian Schottenheimer saying he feels “a lot better” ahead of padded practices — though no official return date for the opener. Bullard, a third-round pick in 2016 with 247 tackles and 6.5 sacks, joined Dallas after stints with the Saints and was brought in partly due to a reunion with new defensive line coach Marcus Dixon. The team’s defense is undergoing a rebuild under new coordinator Christian Parker’s 3-4 scheme, but faces setbacks: linebacker Marist Liufau is on IR, and rookie Devin Moore will miss at least four games with a hip injury. The Cowboys open their season Sept. 13 against the Giants at MetLife Stadium — tune in as Bullard’s status nears game week. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ea5585aeebb06a1a