Eatman: Cowboys Waive Two, Sign DE Wynn; One Roster Spot Open

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Cowboys Waive Two, Sign DE Wynn; One Roster Spot Open

Posted 34 minutes ago

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Nick EatmanDallas
Cowboys.com Staff Writer

IRVING, Texas – The Cowboys were busy making some roster moves on Tuesday, many of which are domino-effects of the injury situation to both DeMarcus Ware and DeMarco Murray. And perhaps, it could be with Jay Ratliff in mind, too.

The Cowboys officially waived defensive end David Carter and cornerback Chris Greenwood. They signed veteran defensive end Jarius Wynn, who worked out for the team on Monday and has four years of experience, including a Super Bowl ring with the Packers in 2010. They also signed running back Davin Meggett, who has been with the Colts and Texans the last two years. A former standout at Maryland, Meggett is the son of former Giants RB David Meggett.

The Cowboys had an open practice squad spot after signing Cameron Lawrence to the active roster on Friday.

But when the dust settled on Tuesday, the Cowboys have one spot open on the roster. And with Ratliff now eligible to return from PUP (Physically Unable to Perform), there would need to be an open roster spot for him to be signed.

Still, owner Jerry Jones said Tuesday morning on his radio show regarding Ratliff: “We’ve got a situation that’s not positive as to him getting out on the field. We’re going to see this week what we’re going to do this week, technically.”

With Ware likely out this week, the Cowboys will need help up front. Wynn should be able to provide some depth behind George Selvie and Kyle Wilber. The club is hoping Edgar Jones (groin) can make it back along with backup Caesar Rayford. The Cowboys can also use the open spot for practice squad defensive end Jason Vega, if it’s not for Ratliff.


At running back, Meggett will help in practice and the scout team. With Murray (sprained knee) expected to miss 2-3 weeks, and Lance Dunbar(hamstring) still out, the Cowboys are down to justJoseph Randle and Phillip Tanner on the active roster.

 

[boozeman]

I would hope we have someone scoped out for that open spot.

But we'll probably just promote the Vega kid from the practice squad because our DE depth is so shitty.

 

[Carp]

Look at other practice squad guys...someone who is hungry.

 

[boozeman]

Scouting Report: A Look At New DE Jarius Wynn's Game Tape

Posted 2 hours ago

Bryan Broaddus Football Analyst/Scout

A few thoughts from my film study of defensive end Jarius Wynn, who the Cowboys added to their roster Tuesday afternoon. Wynn played five games for San Diego this season before making his way to Dallas.

Jarius Wynn DT / DE 6-3 285 Georgia 5th Season

Games Studied: San Diego vs. Dallas, Oakland, Philadelphia, Tennessee

•Wynn played both tackle and end in the Chargers’ 3-4 scheme, and he will see action at both spots for the Cowboys.

•He has a long, rangy build and plays with more strength than quickness, and he can hold the point of attack.

•Gets some push from the inside, had a nice sack by using power against Todd Herremans of the Eagles, who could not handle his movement down inside. He was able to finish the play on Michael Vick.

•Can work down the line and hold up blockers, but he needs to do a better job getting rid of those blockers quicker. Tends to get stuck.

•There were times where he tried to use counter moves as a pass rusher, and he had some success. But it needs to work more often.

•Wynn has used a quick swim move to free himself against Raiders and later against the Titans, along with a swat move as well that helped him in his rush.

•When he does free himself, he has a burst to chase the ball. His effort is good when trying to finish the play. Not a lazy player.

•Plays with power but, but I don’t like when he rushes down the middle. Brian Waters stoned him a couple of times on his rush in the San Diego game, and he was very unproductive.

•He will work to extend his arms to attempt to control his blocker, but he needs to use his hands quicker to get rid of that man.

•I was surprised he was able to hang in there taking on blocks, because he plays with a narrow base.


•I thought he was better when he was able to rush off the edge and try to get to the outside shoulder of the offensive tackle. He played with more quickness on the edge, whereas inside, it was more about power.

• Did not see much quick redirection in his game, but his effort is really good when it comes to chasing the ball.

The bottom line is that Wynn will give the defense some flexibility at two spots, but I would like to see if Rod Marinelli can get him to play with more quickness off the ball. The Cowboys’ 4-3 scheme could allow him to be better in that regard.

 

[dallen]

For a moment I thought we had signed Dave Meggett Senior

 

[Bob Roberts]

For a moment I thought we had signed Dave Meggett Senior

They'd have to break him out of prison first, but it might be worth it.

 

[Deuce]

I would steal Marcus Fortson off NE's practice squad. If Marinelli can get him motivated, he would help on the inside of the DL.

 

[Donpingon]

I would steal Marcus Fortson off NE's practice squad. If Marinelli can get him motivated, he would help on the inside of the DL.

Forston was a highly touted recruit out of high school that never really got going to UMiami. Came out a year early I believe but I agree, a Marinelli could really get production out of him.