Tuesday’s Dallas Cowboys Free Agency Updates

Tuesday kicked off day 2 of the NFL Free Agency, and the Dallas Cowboys have made some moves. It seems that the Cowboys aren’t picking up the pace anytime soon, especially when addressing the work needed on defense.

Andy Dalton’s Dallas Departure

Starting with Andy Dalton’s future becoming crystal clear, and it is not in Dallas.

Reports came out early Tuesday indicating the San Francisco 49ers had shown interest in Dalton—that didn’t end up happening.

Andy Dalton is heading to Chicago on a one-year deal worth $10 million with a chance to earn more.

Former Cowboys' QB Andy Dalton is signing a one-year, $10 million deal, with the chance to earn another $3 million in incentives, with the Chicago Bears, per sources.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2021

See Ya, Chido

Dalton wasn’t the only one to bite the dust. CB Chidobe Awuzie is heading to Cincinnati on a what is being reported as a three-year deal.

#Bengals agree to terms on a three-year deal with former #Cowboys CB Chidobe Awuzie, source says. Cincy continuing to make moves on defense. They liked the former second-rounder's athleticism and consistency.

— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 16, 2021

Awuzie was quick to share his love and appreciation for Dallas on social media.

Thankful that I got to play w/ some dope teammates, coaches, & fans. I appreciate it all! The love, the hate, the belief, the doubt it all made me stronger 💯 always will be love Dallas ✭ https://t.co/VGLtOpJ5dQ

— chido (@ChidobeAwuzie) March 16, 2021

Chido was quick to post his excitement to “compete and win” in Cincinnati as well.

New beginnings, i’m hype to eat up for Cincy & compete to win!!! 🐅🐅🐅 https://t.co/3CA6nzVvZX

— chido (@ChidobeAwuzie) March 16, 2021

Multiple Dallas Cowboys players posted their love for Chido on social media.

Cowboys CB Jourdan Lewis was quick to congratulate Awuzie on Twitter and Instagram.

Congrats brother! @ChidobeAwuzie God understands the truth, through it all! I love you.

— Jourdan Lewis (@JourdanJD) March 16, 2021

“Blood couldn’t make us closer, I swear. When I saw you signed, I cried cause I know everything you put in. Mot just as a football player, but as a Godly man, that pushed me to limits I never knew. I love you boy! Keep betting,” Lewis wrote on an Instagram post to Awuzie.

Other Cowboys players to congratulated Chido on Instagram.

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C.J. Goodwin Gets a Good Win From Dallas

According to reports on Twitter CB C.J. Goodwin is staying in Dallas. He agreed to a two-year deal worth $3.5 million.

Cowboys have agreed to terms with CB CJ Goodwin on a 2-year, $3.5 million deal that includes $2 million guaranteed, per his agent @DrewJRosenhaus.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2021

Twitter was quick to praise Dallas on this agreement, considering Goodwin’s strength on special teams.

This included Goodwin’s teammate LB Jay March who shared a series of tweets congratulating Goodwin.

Man I’m so happy for CJ!! Y’all don’t understand that’s my dog man! Been through the ups and downs and finally broke the ice. This just the beginning for him!

— Jay March (@JayMarch) March 16, 2021

MY MF DOG!!!!!!!!!!! https://t.co/t1fUV7EQms

— Jay March (@JayMarch) March 16, 2021

Homecoming for Ty Nsekhe in Cowboys Free Agency

Reports on Twitter said OT Ty Nsekhe agreed to a 1-year-deal with the Cowboys. This makes him the third addition to the team during free agency. Nsekhe is not a stranger in the Arlington area.

Cowboys have agreed to a one-year contract with ex-Bills OT Ty Nsekhe, his agency @ELSportsLCC announced. Dallas has its swing tackle, and he's a graduate from James Bowie High in Arlington.

— Michael Gehlken (@GehlkenNFL) March 16, 2021

More Free Agents to Watch | Cowboys Free Agency

Here are some more unrestricted free agents for the Cowboys to keep an eye on in the next 24 hours:

• C Joe Looney
• DE Aldon Smith
• S Xavier Woods
• LB Sean Lee