The signing of veteran linebacker Eric Kendricks sent a delightful shockwave through a desperate Dallas Cowboys fanbase on Wednesday night. But while Kendricks brings some unique experience to the group, he also seems to fill the same space on the roster as Leighton Vander Esch. This move would seem to validate, at least partially, previous rumors that Vander Esch won’t be with Dallas next season due to his ongoing neck issues.
After two relatively healthy seasons from 2021-2022, Vander Esch’s injury woes returned last year as he only played in five games.