Israel Mukuamu opened Cowboys camp with standout flashes and nailed a highlight interception in Dallas’ first preseason test, sticking to the receiver on a go ball from Stetson Bennett. The South Carolina product has already shown a rare blend of length and versatility, capable of playing safety, boundary corner, and nickel roles. Cowboys defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus has labeled him a Swiss Army Knife, and the placement has him rotating all over the secondary to find a best fit. If the trend continues, Mukuamu could become a steady contributor in a secondary that needs to lift its performance this season.

Beyond the camp chatter, this isn’t just a feel-good story. His ability to cover tight ends, run support, and shadow big receivers adds flexibility to Dallas’ schemes, potentially enabling more sub-packages and favorable matchups. For fantasy and betting angles, the early signs suggest a rising floor for Cowboys pass defense and a path to increased snap opportunities for Mukuamu as he proves his value in game-like reps. Watch how Dallas leverages his versatility in the next exhibitions and regular-season tune-ups.

For fantasy managers, Mukuamu is a name to monitor as the Cowboys dial up coverage versatility. If he continues this trajectory, he could warrant deeper league attention as a defensive back with matchup-driven ceiling and occasional big-play return potential in DFS lineups.