With Dak Prescott finalized, time to fix the defense.
Another benefit to Wright is his nickel viability due to his effectiveness in coverage. If teams start to take advantage of Smith when they isolate him in man coverage (which will be harder to do when he’s the MIKE), Wright gives the Cowboys a strong backup option who can still get the job done.
Also, Wright’s decade of experience playing under Pete Carroll (and for Quinn from 2013-14) makes him an expert on the base defense Dallas will run in 2021. Wright already knows all of the run fits, coverage landmarks and formation/alignment checks, so his familiarity with Quinn could really help with the Cowboys’ transition away from Mike Nolan’s scheme.