The Dallas Cowboys are signing former Denver Broncos safety P.J. Locke to a one-year contract, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The deal is reportedly worth $5 million as Dallas continues to bolster its secondary depth for the upcoming season.
Locke, 27, becomes the latest addition to the Cowboys defensive backfield. He spent the last four seasons in Denver, where he developed from a special teams contributor into a reliable starter on defense. During the 2023 season with the Broncos, Locke recorded 53 total tackles, three sacks, and one interception in 12 games played. His ability to play both in the box and as a deep safety makes him a versatile asset for the Dallas coaching staff.
The move provides veteran experience to a Dallas safety room that already features Donovan Wilson and Malik Hooker. By securing Locke on a one-year deal, the Cowboys gain a proven playmaker without a significant long-term cap commitment. Locke originally entered the league as an undrafted free agent out of the University of Texas, making this signing a professional homecoming to the state where he played his collegiate football.
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