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Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Quinnen Williams (92) and defensive tackle Kenny Clark (95) celebrate a sack of Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith during the first half of an NFL game at Allegiant Stadium, Monday, Nov. 17, 2025, in Las Vegas.<\/p>\n
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After a disappointing finish to the 2025 season, the\u00a0Dallas Cowboys<\/a> are looking ahead to the new campaign.<\/p>\n Much of the focus this offseason has centered around the team’s defense, which could get a boost from new\u00a0coordinator Christian Parker<\/a>. The team also picked up some new names for the defensive unit, led by first-round draftees Christian Parker and Malachi Lawrence.<\/a><\/p>\n As the offseason moves forward and NFL teams prepare for training camp, we’re breaking down the Cowboys’ 2026 roster by position groups. Today, let’s take a look at Quinnen Williams and the defensive tackles:<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 2026 Dallas Cowboys defensive tackles<\/p>\n Quinnen Williams<\/p>\n Age: 28 NFL experience: 8 years<\/p>\n Contract: Entering Year 3 of a four-year, $96 million extension signed in 2023.<\/p>\n Summary:\u00a0The Cowboys made a splash when they acquired Williams in a midseason trade last year<\/a>. Now, he’ll get a full offseason to work in Parker’s defensive system. Williams has the versatility to make impact plays as a run-stopper and pass rusher.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n Dallas’ defensive success will depend on how Williams adjusts to the new scheme.<\/p>\n Kenny Clark<\/p>\n Age: 30 NFL experience: 11 years<\/p>\n Contract:\u00a0Entering Year 2 of a three-year, $64 million extension signed in 2024.<\/p>\n Summary:\u00a0Clark played an important role as a veteran leader in Dallas last season. The Cowboys acquired the defensive tackle when they traded Micah Parsons to Green Bay. Clark will likely line up at nose tackle in Parker’s system<\/a>, but he should have plenty of opportunities to get after the quarterback.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n Clark finished his first season in Dallas with 36 total tackles, six tackles for loss and three sacks. Can he take things to another level in 2026?<\/p>\n Otito Ogbonnia<\/p>\n Age: 25 NFL experience: 5 years<\/p>\n Contract:\u00a0Signed a one-year, $2.75 million deal this offseason.<\/p>\n Summary: Ogbonnia could also make his mark at the nose tackle position. The 25-year-old from Katy joined Dallas on a one-year deal <\/a>after spending four seasons with the Los Angeles Chargers.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n He could provide some versatility along the interior of Dallas’ defensive line.<\/p>\n LT Overton<\/p>\n Age: 21 NFL experience: Rookie<\/p>\n Contract: Playing on a four-year, $5.1 million rookie deal.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n