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Until the Dallas Cowboys identify a high-level or above-average linebacker on the free-agent market, the franchise will continue to be criticized in that area.
While landing an aging 10-time Pro Bowl Washington Commanders free agent may not move the needle for many, Bleacher Report’s Kristopher Knox believes Dallas isn’t a reasonable landing spot for the veteran linebacker.
“Like a few players lingering on the free-agent market, linebacker Bobby Wagner is nearing the end of his career,” Knox wrote Saturday. “He'll turn 36 in June, but he is planning to play his 15th NFL season in 2026, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz.”
“Given his age, Wagner would make the most sense for a team with serious Super Bowl aspirations. He'd be a great addition for the Los Angeles Rams, who employed Wagner in 2022.”
“The Cowboys would also make sense for Wagner, given their need for defensive improvements and lack of quality linebacker depth.”
Although the Commanders had a down year after reaching the NFC Championship game in 2024-25, Wagner was productive for the franchise on the defensive side of the ball.
Wagner, known for his brilliant football mind, coverage skills, and elite tackling, recorded 162 tackles, 4.5 sacks, and two interceptions with the Commanders in 17 contests. Could Wagner be the answer for Dallas at the linebacker position despite his advanced age? Perhaps, but only time will tell if the franchise expresses legitimate interest in the well-respected Super Bowl champion.
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