It’s the hire of defensive coordinator Christian Parker. The Cowboys broke with some recent traditions with this hire. They used to hire defensive coordinators who had previous head coaching experience. They also tended to hire people who had some kind of connection to the organization or current head coach.

Superstar kicker Brandon Aubrey said he and the Dallas Cowboys are already discussing his next contract.

The Cowboys have not held any contract talks with Pickens’ agent, two people briefed on the situation told The Dallas Morning News.

The tag, if he signs it, will keep Pickens in Dallas for another year at $28 million, but will still alone Pickens and the team to negotiate a new long-term contract before the season.