As the Dallas Cowboys gear up for training camp in just a few weeks, the team is also making some changes to their roster. On Wednesday, the Cowboys announced that they have waived cornerback Luq Barcoo and defensive tackle Justin Rogers. These moves come just after the Cowboys signed former Green Bay Packers cornerback Robert Rochell to a one-year deal, a decision that has raised eyebrows among fans.
Luq Barcoo, who went undrafted in 2020, had previously shown promise during his college career at San Diego State and Grossmont College. However, his NFL journey has been a challenging one. After playing three games for the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2020, Barcoo has struggled to find a permanent home in the league, accumulating just 10 career tackles and one pass defended during his time on various rosters.
Justin Rogers, a seventh-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, faced a rollercoaster experience with the Cowboys. Following stints at Kentucky and Auburn, Rogers was cut after his rookie training camp and spent significant time with the Cincinnati Bengals before returning to the Cowboys later in the season. Unfortunately, he hasn’t yet made his mark in an NFL game.
The reaction from Cowboys fans regarding the signing of Rochell has been far from enthusiastic. Many have voiced their frustration on social media, lamenting the missed opportunity to secure a player like Jaire Alexander, who ended up signing with the Baltimore Ravens instead. The sentiment has been clear: fans feel the signing of Rochell doesn’t address the team’s pressing needs at cornerback.
One fan expressed the frustration directly: “Jerry, you signed the wrong one!” while others echoed similar discontent with remarks like, “Oh neat, we sign Rochell but not Alexander.” The collective feeling seems to solidify the notion that the Cowboys are opting for a lower-profile addition to their cornerback room rather than going after a more established talent.
With over $30 million in cap space, the question remains whether the Cowboys will find a way to truly bolster their secondary, as their current strategy hasn’t instilled confidence among the fanbase. As training camp approaches, it will be crucial for the Cowboys to address these concerns and prove that they have a solid plan in place moving forward.
