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We've been waiting to see receiver Jalen Tolbert claim a prominent role ever since he was taken in the third round of the 2022 draft. He finished his rookie season with just two catches, and while he was more productive in Year 2 (22 catches, 268 yards, 2 TDs), he still wasn't a regular focal point of the offense.

With Gallup out, Tolbert has a clear path to being the third receiver behind CeeDee Lamb and Brandin Cooks. That doesn't guarantee that Tolbert will suddenly become a 1,000-yard receiver—tight end Jake Ferguson plays a substantial role—it should get him frequent opportunities on the perimeter.

Dallas may also be more pass-heavy than it was in 2024 since the backfield rotation seems underwhelming at best. The Cowboys replaced Tony Pollard with former starter Ezekiel Elliott, who averaged just 3.5 yards per carry with the New England Patriots last season.