The Dallas Cowboys finished near the bottom of the league, at No.30, defensively last season. This year, they could turn to a familiar NFC East veteran to bolster their thin cornerback depth.

“The Cowboys are hosting veteran CB Adoree’ Jackson on a free agent visit today,” reported NFL insider Jordann Schultz on X on May 4.

Dallas will be hosting the former Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Adoree’ Jackson for a free-agent visit after adding five players on defense this NFL Draft.

He brings in the production of 55 tackles (40 solo), 11 passes defended, and one interception in the 2025 season. He recorded 459 tackles (370 solo), 10 tackles for loss, and 72 passes defended across nine seasons in the NFL.

The Cowboys added talent across multiple levels of the defense, but questions still remain at cornerback. Injuries, uneven performances, and a lack of reliable depth behind the top starters have kept that position unsettled.

Jackson becomes an addition to the crowded cornerback room of players, DaRon Bland, Shavon Revel Jr., Cobie Durant, among others, along with the new addition of rookie Devin Moore (No. 114).

Jackson is not expected to be a big-impact signing. He is viewed more as a reliable veteran who can play a rotational role and start if called upon.

What could make him especially useful in Dallas is his experience. He would rank among the longest-tenured players on the Cowboys roster.

Just four Cowboys, Bryan Anger, Dak Prescott, Kenny Clark, and Jonathan Bullard, have more NFL experience than him, according to Todd Brock of Cowboys Wire.

Why the Dallas Cowboys Are the Right Fit for Adoree’ Jackson

Dallas’ new defensive coordinator, Christian Parker, and Jackson crossed paths in Philadelphia in 2025. Last season, Parker served as the Eagles’ defensive backs coach.

Besides adding depth and experience to the cornerback room, the familiarity with the scheme and coaching style of Parker could make him a valuable addition to the team, according to Glenn Erby of Eagles Wire.

Jackson’s versatility, having played both outside cornerback and nickel slot roles in the NFL, can contribute to Parker’s scheme, where players’ versatility will be tested.

Jackson won the CB2 slot after competing with Eagles’ Kelee Ringo. But his 2025 production fell below his career averages and the expectations set by his first-round selection, according to Daniel Arwas of heavy.com.

However, if signed, Jackson could provide valuable depth behind the Cowboys’ top options while bringing starting experience and veteran leadership to the secondary.

Additionally, according to Spotrac, Jackson’s projected market value sits around a one-year, $1.8 million deal. It would give Dallas an affordable option while reshaping the defense.

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Written by

Archana Ramakrishnan

Edited by

Soheli Tarafdar