Cleveland Browns running back D'Ernest Johnson (Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports)
When listing the Dallas Cowboys‘ biggest needs heading into 2021, the word defense quickly comes to mind. After all, at times last season, this latest version of America’s Team was putting up the worst defensive performance in franchise history.
The Cowboys ended last season 23rd in total defense, allowing an average of 386.4 yards to opposing offenses per game. They ranked 28th in scoring defense (29.6), 11th against the pass (227.6), and 31st against the run (158.8).
While the Cowboys’ needs are clearly more urgent on the defensive side of the ball, they could be equally split between the front seven and the secondary.