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Cowboys’ Malachi Lawrence realization is Step 1 in repairing broken defense

According to Brian Schottenheimer, the Cowboys are finally going to give first-round pick Malachi Lawrence more snaps on defense.

By Jerry Trotta · The Landry Hat

Published: Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 10:00 AM

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Writer Jerry Trotta argues expanding Malachi Lawrence's playing time is essential to fixing the Cowboys' struggling defense.
Head coach Brian Schottenheimer confirmed rookie Malachi Lawrence will receive more opportunities against the Packers.
Lawrence has played only 35 percent of snaps, trailing veterans Donovan Ezeiruaku and Rashan Gary.

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Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer announced that rookie edge rusher Malachi Lawrence is in line to receive more playing time. Schottenheimer praised the first-round pick's recent performance against Tampa Bay, signaling upcoming personnel adjustments ahead of Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers.

Writer Jerry Trotta argues that increasing Lawrence's 35 percent snap share is a crucial step in fixing Dallas' struggling defense. Trotta contends that veterans Rashan Gary and Donovan Ezeiruaku have underperformed despite dominating snaps, while Lawrence has excelled in limited pass-rush opportunities.

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