The Dallas Cowboys don't have a high bar to set when it comes to improving on what was arguably the worst defense in franchise history in 2025. With DeMarvion Overshown back at 100 percent after tearing his ACL, MCL, and PCL in December 2024, the former Longhorn says he's ready to be one of the league's elite linebackers.
Overshown's confidence from his sensational rookie season when he racked up 90 total tackles, five sacks and one interception. His injury forced him to miss much of the 2025 season, but that's all in the past for him now.
At the Cowboys' annual Reliant Home Run Derby, Overshown ranked himself among the best in his position, and Cowboys fans should be pumped. (h/t Jon Machota of The Athletic)
"I feel like when everybody knows when I'm healthy, I'm one of the best linebackers in the league. That's not to toot my own horn, but, you know, the film and the stats speaks for itself when I'm on the field...I feel like people ain't seen my best yet, so I know this is going to be one of my best years."
DeMarvion Overshown says he can be one of the best LBs in the NFL when healthy
It was pretty clear that Cowboys fans missed Overshown last year for two clear reasons. One, they wanted to see how much he would improve his volume from his decent rookie campaign. Two, the team clearly needed him last year, as the Cowboys couldn't defend the pass or rush the opposing quarterback to save their lives. The Cowboys' defense allowed the most passing yards per game and the highest QB rating in the league (109.6).
We will likely see Overshown start at inside linebacker under the new 3-4 defense led by Christian Parker. Overshown's speed and drive to get through a gap are his strengths, and he and Parker may end up sharing a ton of high fives on the sideline, as the chemistry between the two is already through the roof.
Fingers crossed, but if Overshown can stay on the field, he has the potential to see his first Pro Bowl appearance. He's going to be fighting for a new contract, too, with the 2026 season being his last year on a rookie contract. This will be a huge "prove it" year after suffering through a gruesome early career injury.
The former Longhorn looks to not only prove himself to a new deal, but that he can truly become one of the elite players at his position. I personally believe he can, but he's got to be out on the field.
Thankfully, he's a full go to get ready for 2026, and not rehabbing like he was last Spring. If he stays true to his word, opposing quarterbacks and running backs will be in for some rough Sundays.
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