Aikman Sees Cowboys Defense Rising | Dallas News

Troy Aikman is optimistic about the Dallas Cowboys’ upcoming season, especially their revamped defense under new coordinator Christian Parker, who’s already winning over players with his energy and urgency. While he sees huge offensive potential, concerns linger around the banged-up offensive line—Tyler Smith’s thumb surgery sidelines him for at least four games—and Dak Prescott’s injury history, which has plagued even-numbered years since 2020. Aikman stresses that keeping Dak healthy is key; last year’s strong offense still fell short of postseason success. Despite these hurdles, he believes the Cowboys are in a better position than most, and an a...