Cowboys Decline to Sign Former All-Pro Cornerback Xavien Howard

Dallas worked out the veteran defensive back but opted to add other players to bolster their injury-depleted secondary.

The Dallas Cowboys hosted a workout for former Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard but decided not to sign him.
Howard, a four-time Pro Bowler and 2020 First-Team All-Pro, remains a free agent after being released by the Dolphins in March 2024.
The Cowboys signed cornerbacks Troy Pride and Dee Delaney to their practice squad following the workout but passed on Howard despite their secondary being impacted by injuries.
Dallas is currently 5-7 and in the hunt for an NFC Wild Card spot after back-to-back wins against the Washington Commanders and New York Giants.
Injuries to key players like Trevon Diggs and Josh Butler have left the Cowboys' secondary thin, but the team appears to be prioritizing other options for defensive depth.