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Dallas Lands Defensive Guru Parker
23 Jan
Summary
- Christian Parker named new defensive coordinator for Dallas Cowboys.
- Parker previously coached with Vic Fangio and developed young talent.
- Three pending free agents with ties to Parker could join Dallas.
The Dallas Cowboys have secured Christian Parker as their new defensive coordinator. Parker, recognized as a promising coach, previously served under Vic Fangio, notably helping Patrick Surtain's development with the Denver Broncos. He continued this success in Philadelphia, nurturing Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean.
Parker faces the immediate challenge of bolstering a Cowboys secondary with numerous uncertainties beyond DaRon Bland. While he will work with the current roster, the team may look to free agency for additional help.
Three players with existing connections to Parker are potential targets: safety P.J. Locke, cornerback Ja'Quan McMillian, and safety Reed Blankenship. Locke, who started eight games in 2023, and McMillian, known for his slot cornerback skills, both had significant roles under Parker in Denver.
Blankenship, a full-time starter for Philadelphia, represents a more established option. His addition could help Dallas rejuvenate its safety position with younger talent, leveraging his existing rapport with the new defensive coordinator.
