On this episode of the The Landry Hat Podcast, we break down the first press conference from new Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Christian Parker and give our full thoughts on what stood out.

Parker spoke in detail about moving toward a structural 3-4, building flexibility into the scheme, and designing the defense around the strengths of the roster rather than forcing a rigid system. We dive into what that actually means for the Dallas Cowboys, how it could impact key defenders, and whether this signals a philosophical shift from what we’ve seen in recent years.

We also discuss:

• His emphasis on stopping the run and affecting the quarterback
• The teaching and communication themes he kept repeating
• What a “multiple” defense might look like on Sundays
• Whether youth and energy at DC is an advantage or a risk
• Why Cowboys fans seem cautiously optimistic… but still skeptical

Is this just offseason coach-speak? Or are we seeing the foundation of a real defensive reset in Dallas?

Let’s talk about it.

In this week’s episode, we break down the latest ESPN trade talk about Trade offers for Raiders' Maxx Crosby: Four potential new teams — including the out-there proposal of the Dallas Cowboys sending George Pickens to the Las Vegas Raiders in exchange for star edge rusher Maxx Crosby. We talk through why that idea misses the mark, why Pickens is worth more to Dallas than just a hypothetical swap, and how the Cowboys should actually approach their roster this offseason.

We’ll also walk through the other trade packages floated around the league for Crosby, explain what the Raiders could realistically get back, and offer our take on where both sides should go from here. Whether you’re into trade strategy or just tired of wild trade proposals that make no sense, this one’s for you. ­

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