Dallas Cowboys Sign Javonte Williams, Address CB Needs After Jourdan Lewis Loss

The Dallas Cowboys are actively engaging in the NFL's free agency period, recently signing running back Javonte Williams to a one-year contract worth up to $3.5 million, positioning him as the primary option after the departure of Rico Dowdle. However, the Cowboys faced a significant loss as cornerback Jourdan Lewis agreed to a three-year deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars, making him one of the highest-paid slot corners in the league. With Lewis gone, the Cowboys are exploring potential replacements, considering options like Mike Hilton, who has been a standout player for the Cincinnati Bengals, and Nate Hobbs, despite his injury history. Cowboys executives have indicated a strategy of being 'selectively aggressive' in free agency, having already cleared substantial cap space and made several other signings. The team's ability to effectively fill Lewis's role could be crucial for maintaining a competitive defense. The legal tampering period allows for negotiations, but official contracts will not be finalized until Wednesday.