4-Time Pro Bowler Gives Preferred Free Agent Destination

Dalvin Cook Could Sign With Dallas Cowboys As A Free Agent

Dalvin Cook isn’t the player he once was, but he might be the best free agent option for the Dallas Cowboys. After losing Tony Pollard to the Tennessee Titans, the reigning NFC East champions do not have an answer at running back. If the season started today, the team would have Rico Dowdle and Deuce Vaughn as their top two running backs. This would likely be the worst duo in the league, and while running back isn’t the most important position in the game, you need somebody capable of handling a high workload.

The Baltimore Ravens could try to bring Dalvin Cook back as a free agent, but he wouldn’t be anything more than a backup. The team splurged on superstar Derrick Henry and they also have a promising youngster in Keaton Mitchell. Chances are, Cook is going to look for a place with an opportunity for a larger workload. While Dallas is the most likely fit, these other teams could also pursue him.

Other Possible Fits

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Rachaad White had a phenomenal season for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but he’s not the type of player who should receive over 300 touches per season. The human body can only take so much, and White will have a tough time surviving his rookie contract with this type of workload. Dalvin Cook is a perfect free agent to lighten his workload, as he’s capable of taking some early-down rushes and freeing up White to see the field in clear passing situations.

Los Angeles Chargers

The Chargers believe Gus Edwards can be their three-down workhorse, but they should bring in a backup in case the 29-year-old running back starts showing his age. Dalvin Cook should come cheap, and the free agent won’t prevent Los Angeles from drafting someone like Blake Corum in the third round.

Miami Dolphins

The Miami Dolphins were linked to Dalvin Cook when he was a free agent last year. While they ended up going with De’Von Achane and Raheem Mostert, they should still be interested in adding the four-time Pro Bowler as a backup. Mostert had a long injury history, and Achane struggled to stay on the field as a rookie. Cook can help relieve the workload for both players and hopefully help keep this team healthy down the stretch.

Carolina Panthers

The Carolina Panthers are forced to keep Miles Sanders on their roster. However, they don’t have to play him. Sanders was an outright disaster during his first year with the team, and just about anyone would be an upgrade. The present-day version of Dalvin Cook isn’t going to create too many explosive plays, but at least the free agent can follow a block and catch passes thrown in his direction.