Dallas rides a healthier Dak Prescott into a rebound season, but the defense carries questions after Micah Parsons’ exit to Green Bay. Overshown’s knee injury leaves a void at linebacker, so Marist Liufau is centerpiece material heading into 2025. The rookie-leaning playmaker impressed as a fill-in and carried that momentum into training camp, positioning himself to become a breakout anchor behind a new defensive scheme run by Matt Eberflus. Prescott’s health could unlock more balanced offense and elevate fantasy options across the Cowboys.

Liufau’s potential breakout is the fantasy storyline to watch: a third-round Notre Dame product who posted 50 tackles, 1.5 sacks, three passes defensed and two forced fumbles in 17 games, thriving when stepping in for Overshown. If he cements a larger role, Dallas could stabilize a run defense and create IDP upside. The early-season test against Philadelphia will gauge whether the defense can adapt post-Parsons and whether the offense can sustain improvement with Prescott back in rhythm.