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Cowboys' Special Teams Ace C.J. Goodwin Retires After 12 Seasons
29 Jun
Summary
- C.J. Goodwin, a special teams star, retired after 12 NFL seasons.
- He spent eight seasons with the Dallas Cowboys, excelling on special teams.
- Goodwin was a consistent and reliable player for the Cowboys' unit.

C.J. Goodwin, a standout special teams player, has retired from the NFL after a 12-season career. Goodwin spent the majority of his career, eight seasons, with the Dallas Cowboys. He was a consistent and dependable presence on their special teams unit, often playing over 80 percent of snaps in his final two seasons.
Goodwin began his NFL journey as an undrafted free agent in 2014 before joining the Cowboys in 2018. While not always a headline player, his value to the team, particularly the special teams, was recognized annually with one-year contracts. His professionalism and dedication ensured the unit functioned efficiently.
After a decade in the league, Goodwin is now embarking on the next chapter of his life, leaving behind a legacy of quiet impact and consistent performance for the Cowboys.