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Donovan Ezeiruaku Identified as Cowboys' Top Breakout Candidate in 2026
- Donovan Ezeiruaku is identified as the Cowboys' top breakout candidate for 2026 by Jacob Infante of Pro Football Sports Network.
- Ezeiruaku posted 40 tackles, nine TFLs, and two sacks as a rookie, showing potential for a bigger leap.
- Dallas added Rashan Gary and Malachi Lawrence to bolster the edge, aiming to improve the pass rush in 2026.
- The Cowboys also reworked the defense with new additions on the line and in the secondary to create more pressure on opponents.
- The Cowboys signed safeties Jalen Thompson and P.J. Locke and corner Cobie Durant in free agency to strengthen the secondary.
- Caleb Downs and Devin Moore were drafted to further bolster the defense.
- Infante's projection ties Ezeiruaku's leap to the improved supporting cast on both the edge and interior lines.
- The article notes 2025 Dallas sack total and roster changes as context for Ezeiruaku's outlook.
- Overall, Infante views Ezeiruaku as a solid bet to take a big step in 2026.
- The piece emphasizes Ezeiruaku's earlier rookie-year performance as a foundation for his future role.
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