The Dallas Cowboys were in a really tough spot this offseason when it came to their linebacker situation. DeMarvion Overshown was coming off a multi-ligament knee tear and was set to miss most of the season. Eric Kendricks was a free agent, and Marist Liufau didn’t show much during his rookie season.
But rather than developing the younger players on the roster, the Cowboys opted to acquire veterans to solidify the position. And that proved to be a costly mistake. Jack Sanborn injured his groin and never returned to the field. But that move wasn’t as detrimental as the decision to acquire Kenneth Murray and his big contract during free agency.