Wheat Surprises Cowboys Defense | Dallas News

Dallas Cowboys’ edge rusher battle is heating up as Tyrus Wheat, an unexpected preseason standout with seven pressures and two sacks, could challenge veterans Sam Williams and James Houston for roster spots. While Wheat’s run defense grades edge out Williams’ and Houston’s preseason sackless performance may raise eyebrows, both veterans played late in the finale — a red flag for final cuts. The prediction favors Williams and Houston, creating a six-man depth group, while Wheat likely heads to the practice squad if he clears waivers. 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/bac314edf6dc8ebe