Sam Williams Returns to Dallas Cowboys on One-Year, $3 Million Deal

Defensive end Sam Williams has agreed to a one-year, $3 million contract to remain with the Dallas Cowboys. A 2022 second-round pick, Williams appeared in all 17 games in 2025 after missing the previous season with an ACL tear, participating in 43 percent of defensive snaps. He provides crucial depth and special teams value for the Cowboys' pass-rushing rotation under new defensive coordinator Christian Parker as he looks to solidify his role in the team's defensive scheme.