The Dallas Cowboys made tough roster cuts as they trimmed their team to 53 players, leaving several fan favorites without a spot. Notably, promising safety Julius Wood was claimed by the Tennessee Titans after a strong preseason, as the Cowboys prioritized depth at other positions and opted to retain veteran safeties. Additionally, defensive back Eric Scott, Jr. was picked up by the Kansas City Chiefs, highlighting the competitive nature of the Cowboys' roster decisions. On a positive note, the Cowboys signed four-time Pro Bowl running back Dalvin Cook, who will initially join the practice squad to acclimate to the team. Meanwhile, running back Royce Freeman was released despite a solid preseason performance, as the team chose to keep second-year player Deuce Vaughn and re-sign Ezekiel Elliott. These moves reflect the Cowboys' strategic approach to building their roster for the upcoming season.