Kneeland recorded Dallas’ lone sack in Week 1 against the Eagles, underscoring his role as a disruptive depth option. A Clowney signing could alter his role, but Kneeland remains an important depth piece in the edge rush hierarchy.

Kneeland, drafted to mirror DeMarcus Lawrence, opened Week 1 with a sack, four tackles, and heightened two-way effort on the edge. He started slow but found a rhythm after the first quarter, showing the speed and pursuit that Dallas hoped would translate to a consistent pass rush and stronger run defense behind a veteran anchor.

Kneeland arrived as a consistent, high-m effort defender who flashed a reliable motor and a knack for pursuing plays. His daily consistency stands out, with a notable strip attempt and chase-downs showing up on tape as the team builds its identity around a relentless pursuit for production.

Kneeland logged the Cowboys’ only sack and showed both edge potential and run-defense impact. His presence hints at additional pass-rush depth behind Parsons and Williams, signaling upside for DAL’s defense going forward.

Kneeland logged the Cowboys’ lone sack in the opener, stepping into extended edge opportunities after Parsons’ departure. His performance signals the depth behind the star and a potential lift for DAL’s pass rush in the near term as schemes adapt.